Slow and Dirty
Sturminster Newton, United Kingdom • 21 Dec 2025
Event overview
Slow and Dirty is a festive trail race organised by Tri-Counties Trail Running, scheduled for 21 December 2025 in Sturminster Newton (DT10 1FH). The event offers the following distances and categories:
- 19 km
- 19 km Canicross
The route follows a disused branch railway line through Dorset and Somerset, largely along a level, hard-packed stone and tarmac surface with minimal incline. Dogs and buggies are permitted. The event is described as family-oriented and has a seasonal theme.
Course and logistics
The route is fully waymarked with red arrows on a white background and permanent "TRAILWAY" signs, with markers every kilometre. The course runs along the River Stour valley and passes features such as the restored Shillingstone station and the Georgian town of Blandford. Two aid stations are provided: one at about 5.5 miles in the Stourpaine village hall carpark, and a second near the Stour meadows just beyond M&S in Blandford at about 9 miles. Both offer drinks and snacks; the race is cupless so participants should bring a container.
Parking is available at the start in Sturminster Newton and at the finish near Clapcotts Farm, Spetisbury, where a bar will be open and finishers will receive a medal and post-race refreshments. Pre-booked transport between finish and start is available for a fee; a limited post-race return service may run. Numbers are collected at the start and a bag-drop is offered at participants' risk. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.