The Petrified Pootle

Peterstow, United Kingdom • 23 Oct 2026

The Petrified Pootle

The Petrified Pootle is a Halloween series event held at Pengethley Manor, Ross-on-Wye. Entrants choose from multiple distances and have a seven hour time limit to complete their selected distance. The route is offroad and contained within the manor grounds.

Distances available:

  • 5k (two laps of 2.5k)
  • 10k
  • Half Marathon
  • Marathon
  • Ultra

Each lap measures 2.5k. The course includes a hill that is run on each lap and a series of ups and downs through two vineyards. The event is described as suitable for walkers and runners. Race bibs are collected at registration on the day and virtual bibs are emailed to paid entrants before the event.

A virtual entry option is available worldwide. Paid virtual entrants receive the same medal as race finishers; international postage may incur an additional cost. A free virtual participation route exists via the organiser's Strava club; free entries will appear on the results list but do not receive a medal. Entry fees are non refundable and all entrants must accept the organiser's terms and conditions and be aged 18 or over. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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