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The Highwayman

Name: The Highwayman
Start: 2025-07-06
End: 2025-07-06
Location: Thaxted

Thaxted, United Kingdom • 6 Jul 2025

The Highwayman Trail Marathon is a unique narrative trail race set for July 6, 2025, in the picturesque villages of Thaxted, Great Sampford, and Hempstead, linked to the early life of Dick Turpin. The course is predominantly off-road, covering diverse terrains, and participants will navigate using written instructions rather than traditional markers. Runners will encounter five well-stocked checkpoints along the route, and upon completion, they will receive a medal and hot food. The event emphasizes safety, requiring runners to carry a mobile phone and adhere to specific race rules. Registration is open, with a limited number of places available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East of England Thaxted

Race information

Website Registration

42 km

Trail Marathon

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

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