The Slothful Run

Peterstow, United Kingdom • 12 Jan 2026

Event overview

The Slothful Run takes place on 12th January 2026 at Pengethley Manor, Ross-on-Wye (what3words: physical.growth.shelf). Participants choose a target distance and must complete it within a seven-hour time limit. Distances on offer include:

  • 5k (2 laps)
  • 10k
  • Half Marathon
  • Marathon
  • Ultra

The event is suitable for walkers and runners. A virtual option is available during January; virtual entries may be recorded via the organiser’s Strava club without a medal, while paid virtual entries are processed through the event entry system.

Course, facilities and entry

The course is offroad and runs entirely within the grounds of Pengethley Manor. Each lap is 2.5 km. The route includes a hill, plus a series of ups and downs through two vineyards. On race day there is free parking, free tea and coffee, food (sandwiches and soup) and toilets.

Entry fees are stated as: Race entry £29.00, Virtual UK entry £25.00, and Virtual International entry £39.00. All deposits and payments are non-refundable. Paid finishers receive the event medal; free Strava entries are recorded on results lists but do not receive a medal. There is an option to defer an entry for a fee where permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

42 km
Marathon
21 km
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
5k (2 Laps)
Ultra
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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