The Cider Challenge SOLO

Blandford Forum, United Kingdom • 18 Jul 2026

Event overview

ON TOUR - The 2026 Cider Challenge SOLO is a solo entry timed running event held on Saturday 18 July 2026. The entry is for solo runners only. The event is organised by Running Events Devon and includes an option to camp on the farm over the weekend of 17 to 19 July 2026. The minimum entry age is 18 years.

Course and format

The event is a 12 hours timed trail event on an undulating course. It takes place on a privately owned farm at Myncen Farm, Minchington, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8DH. Runners will follow paths through fields, grass, wild flowers, crops and dusty tracks. Participants may complete as many laps as they wish within the permitted time; completing one lap qualifies for event goodies. Finishers can collect a medal and event goodies.

Entries and practical details

Maximum entries are limited to 204. Entries close on 16 July 2026. Entry fees for this solo entry are listed as Affiliated £43.00 and Unattached £45.00. The event listing describes other associated event options across the weekend, including multi-hour and shorter plod events, but this entry is for the solo 12-hour challenge on 18 July. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

12 hr
12 Hour Timed Event
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