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Name: PFW Running - The Bog Trotter 10k
Start: 2026-11-29
End: 2026-11-29
Location: Blackpool

Blackpool, United Kingdom • 29 Nov 2026

The Bog Trotter 10k

The Bog Trotter 10k is a trail running event in Blackpool on Sunday 29th November 2026. The course is a single 10 km loop on trail paths through the country park with a short section on pavement. The route passes Marton Mere nature reserve, Herons Reach golf course and Blackpool Zoo, with views toward Blackpool Tower and Stanley Park.

The event starts and finishes in the grounds of the Village Hotel, East Park Drive, Blackpool FY3 8LL. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and post race goodies. Food and drink provided include sweet and savoury snacks, water, cordial and coke. The event is held under UK Athletics rules and has a Trail Running Association Race Permit Number 8056.

Entry fees are listed as £23 for affiliated runners and £25 for unattached runners. Participants must be over 18. The presentation is factual and focused on course, location, services and entry details. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Blackpool

Race information

Website

10 km

10k

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

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