Mortimer Forest Trail Race
Ludlow, United Kingdom • 14 Dec 2025
Event overview
The Mortimer Forest Trail Race takes place on Sunday 14 December 2025. The event is organised by Ludlow Runners and is based at Moor Park School, Ludlow, SY8 4DZ. Entries open 1 August 2025 and close 7 December 2025. Entries recorded so far in the source material total 232 participants. The race holds a permit from The Association of Running Clubs (ARC/25/0685).
Distances
- 10 mile
- 4 mile
Entry fees listed are £16.00 for the long (10 mile) race and £11.00 for the short (4 mile) race. Minimum ages are 19 for the 10 mile event and 15 for the 4 mile event. Participant medallions are available in a limited run of 200 at a cost of £4 each.
Course and logistics
Both routes are multi-terrain through Mortimer Forest on the Herefordshire/Shropshire border and use Forestry England land plus permissive paths through Monstay. The 10 mile route includes the Big Dippers, a climb to the top of High Vinnalls, and views across the Welsh Marches to the Malvern Hills and Brecon Beacons. The 4 mile route omits the Big Dippers and follows larger tracks but includes the climb up High Vinnalls.
Race HQ and parking are at Moor Park School; parking is limited and attendees are asked to park only at the school. Both courses start by Blackpool carpark, a short walk from the school. The course will be marshalled and signed. The 10 mile route has two road crossings that will be marshalled. Dogs are not allowed. The event supports Friends of Mortimer Forest and Herefordshire Wildlife Trust. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.