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The Bell Plod

Name: The Bell Plod
Start: 2026-07-19
End: 2026-07-19
Location: Blandford Forum

Blandford Forum, United Kingdom • 19 Jul 2026

The Bell Plod

The Bell Plod is a fun run or walk event on a trail course. It takes place on a privately owned farm. Participants run through fields, on grass, wild flowers, crops, and dusty tracks. The course involves one lap.

The event is designed to be relaxed. All abilities are welcome to run or walk. The minimum age is 4 years old. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. The event is limited to 64 entrants. It takes place at the same time as The Bumble Plod, with the only difference being the medal received at the finish.

The location is Myncen Farm, Minchington, Blandford Forum, Dorset. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Blandford Forum

Race information

Registration

One Lap Course

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

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