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Name: The Divorce Day Defib Fundraiser
Start: 2026-06-06
End: 2026-06-06
Location: Coalport

Coalport, United Kingdom • 6 Jun 2026

The Divorce Day Defib Fundraiser

How Hard Can It Be Events organises a multi-distance running event based at TF4 3HZ. The event is in its sixth running and has open entries. Distances available are offered as Marathon, Half Marathon and an 8 mile race.

One lap of the course measures 8 miles. The event format uses laps: two laps complete 16 miles and are described as the half marathon, while three laps complete the marathon. Entry fees listed range from £30 to £42 depending on distance.

The route leaves The Unicorn Inn and includes sections of the Silkin Way, Rough Park and the Valley of Ironbridge, and it crosses Ironbridge itself. The terrain is a varied mixture of paths and tracks.

Participants are encouraged to wear fancy dress; the organiser suggests top hats and tiaras as examples. The event listing shows ticket availability for each distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Coalport

Race information

Registration

42 mi

Marathon

Half Marathon

8 mi

8 Miles

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

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