The Tolkien Trail Race

The Tolkien Trail Race - Stonyhurst College, 11 July 2026

The Tolkien Trail Race is a trail running event taking place on 11 July 2026 at Stonyhurst College, Hurst Green, Clitheroe, Lancashire. The course measures 11.1 km with approximately 528 ft of elevation gain. The minimum age for entry is 18 years and the entry fee is £30. Entries are open from 1 March 2026 to 3 July 2026.

The route starts on the avenue at Stonyhurst College and follows a mix of farm track, woodland trails and river-side paths. The course includes forest steps, an old stone bridge leading to the River Hodder, a short road crossing, passage by Cromwell Bridge (built 1562), and a trail along the River Ribble with an aqueduct (built 1880). The final sections return through woodland, a finish field behind the Shireburn Arms, the village and the avenue back to the college. The route is described as reflecting landscapes that inspired the stories of "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit."

Included with entry are a 2026 race medal and race swag, professional race photography, a fully flagged and marshalled course, an event village with food vendors, free on-site parking, and chip timing provided by Timing Up North. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.