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Pitsford Water Trail Races

Name: Pitsford Water Trail Races
Start: 2026-03-01
End: 2026-03-01
Location: Brixworth

Brixworth, United Kingdom • 1 Mar 2026

The Pitsford Water Trail Races, organized by Race Harborough, take place at Brixworth Country Park in Northamptonshire. The event features fully marked and marshaled trail races over 10k and half marathon distances. The scenic courses traverse trails and tracks around Pitsford Water, with the half marathon route passing through charming villages including Holcot, Hannington, Walgrave, Old, and Scaldwell.

The 10k offers an ideal introduction to trail running, while the half marathon presents a more challenging experience. Runners enjoy beautiful countryside views, multiple water stations, and professional first aid support. All finishers receive a commemorative medal, and prizes are awarded to top male and female runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Brixworth

Race information

Website

13 mi

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

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

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