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The Holly Challenge

Lightmoor, United Kingdom • 24 Jan 2026

Event

The Holly Challenge is a running event held in January on the lanes of Lightmoor, Telford, within the Lightmoor Nature Reserve. The event offers multiple distance options and medals to all finishers. Entries are limited to 50 places. Event materials note that route maps and GPX files are needed. The event has an aggregate rating of 4.7 from two reviews.

Distances and entry

  • 5K - entry from £25 to £26; minimum age 15+
  • 10K - entry from £27 to £28; minimum age 16+
  • Half Marathon - entry from £34 to £35; minimum age 17+
  • Marathon - entry from £39 to £40; minimum age 18+

Location and facilities

Race headquarters is at Burroughs Bank, Lightmoor, Telford, TF4 3QS. Parking is available at Brick Kiln Bank, TF7 5FN. The event includes a well-stocked aid station, on-course marshals, and lap counters described as "nutty." Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Lightmoor

Race information

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Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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