Stroud Trails

Stroud Trails : 9th May 2027

Stroud Trails stages four organised trail races through the Cotswolds, using local footpaths, Cotswold hills, towpaths, disused railway tracks and recognised common land on the Cotswold Edge in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The event lists maps, GPX files and route descriptions for each distance and the route is waymarked with black and orange chevrons; participants are asked to familiarise themselves with the route in advance.

Distances and formats:

• Quarter Marathon : an 11K route with views
• Half Marathon : varied terrain through the Cotswolds
• Marathon : mix of hills, footpaths, commons and woodland
• Ultra 40 : marathon plus an additional 14 mile loop

There are 12 checkpoints on the routes; all checkpoints provide water and some longer distances receive small snacks. It is compulsory for all entrants to carry a 500 ml water container. Marshals are positioned at road crossings and checkpoints; signage remains the primary navigation aid and organisers note signs may be removed by the public.

Practical information available from the organiser includes entry fees (listed between £23 and £71), registration requirements and transfer and refund policies. Race HQ is in the school hall with toilets nearby and parking for roughly 60 cars split between the school and church, with additional local street parking. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.