The November Nightmare

Telford, United Kingdom • 2 Nov 2025

Event overview

The November Nightmare is an eight-day running event in Telford, Shropshire. It takes place from Sunday 2 November to Sunday 9 November and is in its tenth year. The route network includes a section through Ironbridge, a World Heritage Site. Race headquarters for the week is The Unicorn Inn, Holly Road, Little Dawley, Telford TF4 3HZ.

Format and options

Each day is run as a separate race. Runners may enter a single day, any combination of days, or all eight days. A medal is awarded for each day completed.

Distances offered each day include:

  • 8 miles
  • around 16 miles (presented as a half distance)
  • 26.2 miles (full marathon)

There are two additional races held the day before the event: the Pumpkin Marathon and the Spooky Halloween Challenge, which allow for an extended sequence of events (ten races across nine days). After entry, runners should tell the organiser which days and distances they will run so entries can be recorded. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
Marathon (26.2 Miles)
16 mi
Half Marathon (16 Miles)
8 mi
8 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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