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The Joust Races

Name: The Joust Races
Start: 2026-09-05
End: 2026-09-05
Location: Holt Heath

Holt Heath, United Kingdom • 5 Sep 2026

Event overview

The Joust Races 2026 is scheduled for Saturday 5 September 2026 at Top Barn Camping (WR6 6NJ). The event is a 24 hour multi-lap running event. Each lap is approximately 5.56 miles. The course is described as well marked, marshalled, easily navigable and relatively flat. Entries close on 4 September 2026.

Format, entries and facilities

Entry options include solo and team categories listed as J24, J12 and J6, team formats for J24 (teams of 2, 3-5, and 6-8), a kiddies entry, non-competitor camping pitches for Friday and Saturday nights, single occupancy tent hire and a deferral option to 2027. Published fees range from £5.00 (kiddies) up to £365.00 (J24 team of 6-8), with additional service fees noted. Participants may arrive on Friday night or Saturday morning to set up a pavilion or campsite in the event campground. The organiser is Every Mile Counts Ltd. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Holt Heath

Race information

Website Registration

6 mi

Lap Distance (approx. 5.56 Miles)

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

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