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May The Fourth Be With You (Original)

Name: May The Fourth Be With You (Original)
Start: 2025-05-04
End: 2025-05-04
Location: Church Stretton

Church Stretton, United Kingdom • 4 May 2025

The "May the Fourth Be With You (Original)" event is a running competition scheduled for May 4, 2025, offering participants the choice between a half marathon and a full marathon. Set in the picturesque Shropshire Hills, the race begins at Carding Mill Valley, with each lap covering 13.1 miles. The event is limited to 200 entries for the main race, encouraging early registration. Additionally, a virtual race option will be available during the week of May 4th, allowing global participation. All finishers will receive a medal, and well-stocked aid stations will be provided along the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Church Stretton

Race information

Website

26 mi

Marathon

13 mi

Half Marathon

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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