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Westonbirt Arboretum Winter Day Race

Name: Westonbirt Arboretum Winter Day Race
Start: 2026-02-08
End: 2026-02-08
Location: Westonbirt

Westonbirt, United Kingdom • 8 Feb 2026

Event details

The Westonbirt Arboretum Winter Day Race is scheduled for Sunday 8 February 2026. The event is organised by Relish The Great Outdoors. Ticket sales for the event close on 1 February 2026. Tickets are currently sold out.

Course and location

The race takes place at Westonbirt Arboretum, Westonbirt, Tetbury, GL8 8QS, UK. Westonbirt is the National Arboretum and contains over 2,500 different tree species, including five national collections and rare trees. The route passes through areas dedicated to specific species. The surface is described as solid underfoot, more akin to a solid road surface while retaining the appearance of a trail run.

Distances and entries

5 km
10 km

Wave entries were offered for both distances. Listed prices were £24 for 5 km entries and £29 for 10 km entries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Westonbirt

Race information

Website Registration

10 km

5 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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