The Winter Tolkien Trail Race
Stonyhurst, United Kingdom • 13 Dec 2025
Event overview
The Winter Tolkien Trail Race is scheduled for 13 December 2025 at Stonyhurst College, Hurst Green, Clitheroe, Lancashire (BB7 9PZ). The organised trail distance is 11.1 km with a reported elevation gain of 528 ft. Entry details published for 2025 show an entry fee of £25.00 and a minimum age of 18 on the event date. New entries for the 2025 event closed on 30 September 2025.
Course and services
The course is run counter-clockwise around the Tolkien Trail, beginning on the avenue at the Stonyhurst College grounds and passing through the village of Hurst Green. The route descends a field referred to as "Mount Doom", follows the Ribble River past an aqueduct (built in 1880), and approaches Cromwell Bridge (built in 1562) before entering ancient woodland. The return leads back to Stonyhurst College for the finish. Event services listed for the race include a free event medal and buff, professional race photography, a fully flagged and marshalled course, on-site parking, professional first aid, chip timing, an event village with food and drinks, and prizes for top finishers and best fancy dress. Registration and parking are organised from Stonyhurst College grounds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.