The Holly Challenge

Lightmoor, United Kingdom • 24 Jan 2026

The Holly Challenge : event overview

The Holly Challenge is an in-person running event organised by How Hard Can It Be Events. The event is listed for 24 January 2026 and is based at Race HQ, Burroughs Bank, Lightmoor, Telford, TF4 3QS. Parking is available at Brick Kiln Bank, TF7 5FN. Entries are limited to 50 places. Entry fees range from £26 to £40 depending on distance and offer.

Race details and facilities

Distances offered:

  • 5K - open to entrants aged 15 and over; fee about £25-£26.
  • 10K - open to entrants aged 16 and over; fee about £27-£28.
  • Half Marathon - open to entrants aged 17 and over; fee about £34-£35.
  • Marathon - open to entrants aged 18 and over; fee about £39-£40.

All finishers receive a medal. The event provides a well-stocked aid station, marshals, and lap counters. The route runs on lanes in Lightmoor within Lightmoor Nature Reserve. GPX and map files are noted as needed for the route. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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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