Thaxted Trail Marathon

Wimbish, United Kingdom • 14 Sep 2025

The Thaxted Trail Marathon & Half Marathon, organized by Essex Trail Events, takes place in Thaxted, Essex. The event offers two distances: a full marathon and a half marathon, both self-navigation trail races using written route descriptions without course markings or marshals. Participants must be at least 18 for the marathon and 17 for the half marathon. The race emphasizes sustainability with a cup-free policy, providing reusable trail runner’s cups and serving homemade cakes, soup, scones, and hot drinks post-race. The event fosters a friendly, low-key atmosphere and requires runners to complete the course within a set time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
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