Tour des Marches Challenge Walk

Woolston, United Kingdom • 13 Sep 2025

The Tour des Marches Challenge Walk is a popular annual event held at Wistanstow Village Hall in Shropshire, England. Participants can choose from three distances: 12, 18, or 26 miles, with routes passing through scenic areas including Clun and Bishop's Castle, within the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The undulating course offers a well-supported experience with checkpoints providing snacks and drinks, hot meals at the finish, and transport for those retiring early. The event is friendly and well-organized, attracting walkers and runners aged 14 and above, with a strong community atmosphere and a history of charitable fundraising. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
26 Miles Full Route
18 mi
18 Miles Wistanstow to Bishop's Castle
12 mi
12 Miles Wistanstow to Clun
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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