Malvern Midsummer Marathon

Great Malvern, United Kingdom • 20 Jun 2026

Malvern Midsummer Marathon, Saturday 20 June 2026

The Malvern Midsummer Marathon is an organized walking and running event based at Colwall Village Hall, Mill Ln, Malvern WR13 6EQ. The event is organized by LDWA - Heart Of England and offers two route distances on tracks and paths across the Malvern Hills.

Distances:

  • 27 miles around the Malvern Hills; about 5000 ft ascent, tracks and paths.
  • 15 miles to Black Hill with climbs; fewer climbs than the longer route.

Both routes share a common first half and pass through Cradley, Mathon, Colwall and Evendine. The longer route also visits Oyster Hill, Ledbury and Bromsberrow and follows the main ridge from British Camp after the northern Malverns. The 27 mile route includes four checkpoints; the 15 mile route includes two checkpoints. Checkpoints provide a variety of snacks and drinks. A hot meal and pudding are provided at the end of the event. No mugs are provided at checkpoints or the finish, so participants should bring their own.

Entries open Friday 31 October 2025 and close Friday 12 June 2026. Entry fees are £18 for LDWA members and £26 for non members. Entries recorded so far total 128 participants. Certificates and badges are presented to all who return to the event HQ. No dogs are allowed on the challenge. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

27 mi
Marathon
15 mi
Short Route
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Experience a guided 18 mile adventure across the Malvern Hills ridge and surrounding woodlands. This social group run features over 1300m of elevation and stunning panoramic views at a non competitive pace.

Martley Madness is a 10-mile trail and country lane race through the Worcestershire countryside. The undulating route features woodland, Rodge Hill, and part of the Worcestershire Way. All finishers get a medal and celebratory cake at the f..

A 13 mile offroad race across the Malvern Hills on Saturday 25 April 2026, running from the Elim Arts Centre over ridgelines and through woodlands. The event includes timed entry, feed stations, staffed checkpoints and route maps.

A muddy trail run at Eastnor Castle on 26 April 2026 with 3km, 6km and 10km options, natural obstacles and marked, marshalled routes. Camping, basic facilities and event medals available; group discounts apply.

Add Event
Help us complete the calendar!
  • Distance is at least 5 km
  • Event has a website or Facebook page
Website
Optional: Please provide your e-mail address if we may contact you.
Report a change
We will only update the data if the information is also on the website.