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Notfast Ponton Plod

Name: Notfast Ponton Plod
Start: 2026-09-06
End: 2026-09-06
Location: Great Ponton

Great Ponton, United Kingdom • 6 Sep 2026

Event Details

The Notfast Ponton Plod is a trail event taking place on 6 September 2026. It offers four route distances: 26.4 miles, 17 miles, 12 miles, and 10 km. Participants have up to 10 hours to complete their chosen course. The entry includes refreshments at checkpoints and a meal at the finish.

Location & Terrain

The event starts and finishes at the Great Ponton Village Centre, near Grantham. The scenic routes pass through Lincolnshire villages and the Vale of Belvoir. The courses use a mix of public footpaths, bridleways, tracks, and quiet country lanes.

Additional Information

This is a charity event, with the supported causes for 2026 to be confirmed. There is ample field parking available near the start. Registration opens at 7:30 am. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Great Ponton

Race information

Registration Facebook

10 km

12 Miles

26.4 Miles

17 Miles

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

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