Moors Valley Wildwood Half Marathon Trail

Ringwood, United Kingdom • 25 Jan 2026

Event overview

The Moors Valley Wildwood Trail Series Half Marathon & 10K takes place on Sunday 25 January 2026 at Moors Valley Country Park & Forest, Ringwood (BH24 2ET). Both routes run through woodland on gravel paths and include muddy sections, inclines, and scenic views. Wildlife such as deer and birds of prey may be present along the route. The course is fully marked and chip timed, with aid stations, marshalls on route, online results, and event photography. Finishers receive a wooden medal. The event emphasises eco-friendly measures, including sustainable event materials, reduced energy use, no plastic cups at water stations, and steps to protect wildlife habitats.

Practical information

  • Half Marathon - 2 laps of the trail route
  • 10K - 1 lap of the trail route

Parking is available at Moors Valley Country Park & Forest; parking charges apply. The nearest train station is Hinton Admiral, about 6.7 miles away. The event is dog friendly with limited canicross places and water bowls provided for dogs; participants wishing to run with a dog should select the canicross option when entering. Age limits apply: participants must be 15 years or older for the 10K and 17 years or older for the half marathon. Entry fees are listed on the organiser’s page, with early-bird and standard prices shown for each distance. Volunteers are offered free entry to another Wildwood event, a long-sleeved T-shirt, and parking cost coverage. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

21 km
Half Marathon Trail
10 km
10k Trail
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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