The Garmin UK Trail Running Festival

Wimborne Saint Giles, United Kingdom • 26 Apr 2026

Event overview

The Chase Trail Run 2026 is part of the Garmin UK Trail Running Festival on 26th April 2026. The event takes place at St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles, BH21 5NA and is organised by ORA Events Limited. Entries close on 22nd April 2026. A camping option is available for three nights (24th/25th/26th April) and includes up to four people per pitch. Virtual entries are offered as a separate option.

Races, age limits and policies

  • Marathon
  • Half Marathon
  • 10K
  • 5K - Adult
  • 5K - 11-16 years
  • 5K - 8-10 years (includes accompanying adult)
  • 2 Mile (Adult)
  • 2 Mile (10-16 years)
  • 2 Mile (6-9 years) including accompanying adult
  • Junior 200m (0-5 years)
  • Junior 1 mile (6-12 years)
  • Virtual events

Minimum age requirements: Half Marathon 17 years, 10K 15 years, 5K 11 years, juniors 0-12 years for the fun races. Entry to the 5K (8-10 years) requires the child to be at least 8 on race day, have completed 5K twice before, be accompanied by an officially entered parent or guardian at all times, and accept the booking declaration. Wheelchairs, cyclists and child buggies are not permitted on the courses. Personal audio devices are not recommended; use is allowed in 2026 without disqualification. Full refunds are available within 14 days of purchase; after that no refunds are offered if a runner does not compete. The event supports the New Forest Marathon Community Fund (charity number 1176268); the wider New Forest Marathon has donated over £1.33 million to local causes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

42 km
Full Marathon
21 km
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
2 Mile Colour Fun Run
Junior 200m / 1 Mile Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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