Zach's Devil Steps Trail Run

South Benfleet, United Kingdom • 22 Mar 2026

Event overview

Zach’s Devil Steps Trail Run is a charity trail event on 22 March 2026. Money raised will be donated to Cancer Research. The event offers the following route options:

  • 3.5 miles
  • 7.3 miles (approx.)

The event is held under UK Athletics rules and has a TRA permit (7831). Total places are limited to 120.

Format and route

The event uses a self-start format with written route instructions provided to participants. There is no mass start, no marked route and no marshalls. Participants will be timed. A final email with any safety updates will be sent a few days before the event.

Venue and logistics

The venue is The Zach Willsher, 170-180 Church Road, Benfleet, Essex SS7 4PL. Parking at the pub is on a first come, first served basis; additional street parking is available. Footwear suitable for off-road running is strongly advised and muddy trail shoes are not allowed inside the venue. Dogs are not permitted on the event.

A small voucher for The Zach Willsher is provided to finishers. Discounted entry applies to members of clubs affiliated to England Athletics. Prices are shown with a discounted rate before 20 March 2026 and a standard rate thereafter. Age-based maximum distances apply for young runners: Under 12 - 3 km; U14 - 5 km; U16 - 6 km; U17 - 10 km; U18 - 25 km; U20 - 40 km. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

7 mi
7.3 Miles
4 mi
3.5 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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