The Ghostly Gallop

The Ghostly Gallop

The Ghostly Gallop is an offroad running event held within the grounds of Pengethley Manor, Ross-on-Wye. Entrants choose one target distance and must complete it within a seven hour time limit. Each lap is 2.5k and the course includes a short hill on every lap plus a series of ups and downs through two vineyards. The organisers describe the route as very tough; it is suitable for walkers and runners.

Available distances

• 5k (2 laps)
• 10k
• Half Marathon
• Marathon
• Ultra

The event offers both in-person and virtual options. Race bibs are collected at registration for in-person entrants; virtual entrants receive a personalised virtual bib by email after entry. Paid virtual entrants can have a physical medal posted after run verification; international postage may incur an extra charge. Free virtual participation is possible and will be included in the results list if submitted via the event Strava club or with acceptable proof of the run.

Entry fees are stated as Race Entry £29.00, Virtual UK Entry £25.00, and Virtual Overseas Entry £39.00. A charity entry option is available for £10.00 provided the entrant commits to raising at least twice that amount for the nominated charity and meets the fundraising deadline. All entrants must be aged 18 or over and agree to the organiser terms and conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.