THE 
WINTER TOLKIEN TRAIL 
RACE

Go 'There & Back Again' in the NEW Winter Tolkien Trail Race! Take on the Tolkien Trail and race the trails that  inspired the greatest fantasy story of all time, but this time in reverse... 

14/12/24 - 11:00am

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Tolkien Trail Race Event Details

Go 'There & Back Again" and race counter-clockwise around the Tolkien Trail in our NEW Winter race! Run through the enchanting woods and epic scenery that inspired the stories of "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit"
Supported by:
inov-8 Get a Grip
Mountain Fuel Sports Nutrition
Mountain Fuel Sports Nutrition

THE WINTER TOLKIEN TRAIL ROUTE DESCRIPTION

THE WINTER TOLKIEN TRAIL RACE ROUTE

Route Description

Distance: 11.1km
Elevation: 528ft

Go 'There & Back Again' with  The Winter Tolkien Trail Race and race around the course in the opposite direction to the Summer race!

Starting on the Avenue of the stunning Stonyhurst College, where Tolkien himself spent time and wrote parts of the Lord of the Rings (and even taught a few lectures). You'll begin racing from the grounds of Stonyhurst, through the village of Hurst Green before descending down the field lovingly known as "Mount Doom" where you'll meet the Tolkienesque woodland. Seeing the breathtaking aqueduct (built in 1880), you'll run counter clockwise along the Hobbiton-like Ribble River, gaining views only available to the Winter version of the race.  

You'll race down towards the Cromwell Bridge (built in 1562) leading you to the trail where you'll reach the ancient woodlands. If 'Mount Doom' is the challenge in the Summer version, then the steps out of 'Fangorn Forest' will be equally challenging, but no less rewarding!

Racing back towards Stonyhurst College, .you'll finish with the iconic building in the background, for a super photo finish and completing the eleventy one (11.1km) course.

WINTER TOLKIEN TRAIL RACE DAY INFORMATION

DATE:
DATE: 14/12/24 
RACE STARTS: 11:00am
LOCATION:
STONYHURST COLLEGE, HURST GREEN, LANCASHIRE

RACE DISTANCE & ELEVATION:
DISTANCE: 11.1k
ELEVATION: 528ft

POST RACE GOODIES:
THE ONE RING MEDAL, TOLKIEN TRAIL BUFF,  CAR STICKER

THE TOLKIEN TRAIL RACE

RACE DAY INFORMATION

Everything you need to know on the day. For anything else, just send a message to info@penninetrails.com

(Scroll to the right to see more information)

  • LOCATION

    The Tolkien Trail Race takes place at Stoneyhurst College, Hurst Green. 


    The registration is located outside the front of Stonyhurst College.

  • PARKING

    Parking this year will be kept entirely on the Stonyhurst College grounds itself. Please follow Sat Navs to Stonyhurst College, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 9PZ using Knowels Brow Road and avoid using the avenue through the village. We will be operating a one way system through the college, please follow marshal directions as to where to park. 


  • REGISTRATION

    Registration opens at 8:00am where you will collect your numbers and closes at 10:45am.

  • PRE-ORDER COLLECTION

    Preordered items will be able to collect from next to the registration stand.

  • START TIME

    Race briefing will begin at the avenue at 10:50am. Please make sure you're there on time to hear the important safety briefing beforehand. The race will then begin at 11:00am.

  • REFRESHMENTS

    Barista Style Coffee will be available before and after the race, and we'll once again have food available after!

  • KIT LIST

    It'll be wise to bring a waterproof and hat and gloves with it being Winter, in adverse conditions we'll ask for you to carry them with you. This will be decided in the week leading up.

COURSE PROFILE

PARKING

Parking this year will be kept entirely on the Stonyhurst College grounds itself. Please follow Sat Navs to Stonyhurst College, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 9PZ using Knowels Brow Road and avoid using the avenue through the village. We will be operating a one way system through the college, please follow marshal directions as to where to park. 

RESULTS & PHOTOGRAPHY

COURSE RECORD HOLDERS
11.1k WINTER RECORD HOLDERS
Melanie Koth (2022 - 53:09) and James Eaton (2022 - 41:35)
RESULTS
PHOTOS

TOLKIEN TRAIL RACE EVENT GOODIES & MERCHANDISE INFO

FREE MEDAL, FREE BUFF AND FREE PHOTOGRAPHY WITH EACH ENTRY. T-SHIRTS, VESTS AND MORE AVAILABLE TO ORDER WITH YOUR ENTRY.
**NEW WINTER VERSION FOR 2024!**


TOLKIEN TRAIL MEDAL

The Tolkien Trail Race medal is one of the most sought after medals in all the land. Each event we aim to outdo ourselves, and for the Winter version, it will be no different...

TOLKIEN TRAIL BUFF

A buff well worth the entry fee alone, but comes free with your entry! Styled in the updated Tolkien Trail style each year.

PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Our photographer will be on hand to take photographs once more on the day to capture the special events and memories you'll make.

T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE

We have a limited number of event t-shirts and merchandise available for 2022, including winter Tolkien Trail style t-shirts and Pennine Trails t-shirts priced at £15 and £20.

WINTER TOLKIEN TRAIL RACE SUPPORTERS & SPONSORS

Proudly Sponsored By

Our events are all sponsored by the leading trail running brand in the country, inov-8.

Sign up for an exclusive 10% discount code.

TOLKIEN TRAIL RACE MAP

THE TOLKIEN TRAIL RACE HAS GAINED A NEW SPONSOR

The talented Dan Bell of Middle Earth Maps has produced this splendid map which will go to several lucky prize winners on the day! Would you like a map of your choice making? Dan produces maps by commission through his website.

RACE ROUTE VIDEO & PROMOTIONAL VIDEOS

SEE THE COURSE FROM SOME OF PENNINE TRAILS PAST PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL

THE WINTER TOLKIEN TRAIL TRAIL FAQs

Event FAQ Questions

Everything you need to know before entering Tolkien Trail Race

  • When is the race?

    The race is at 11:00am 14/12/24

  • Where does the race start?

    The race starts along the avenue outside the outstanding Stonyhurst College and now finishing there too!

  • Is there parking?

    Parking this year will be kept entirely on the Stonyhurst College grounds itself. Please follow Sat Navs to Stonyhurst College, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 9PZ using Knowels Brow Road and avoid using the avenue through the village. We will be operating a one way system through the college, please follow marshal directions as to where to park. 

  • How much is it to enter?

    It is £25.00 inc.  booking fee to enter. This includes the cost to hire the facilities at Stonyhurst College, to use private lands, post race goodies and race insurance. Tolkien Trail Race vests and t-shirts available to purchase with your entry.

  • I can no longer race, can I cancel my entry?

    You can:


    Cancel your entry with a refund minus the SiEntries booking fee - available until 3 months before your race.


    Cancel your entry with a refund minus a 20% administration charge - available until 2 months before your race.


    Cancel your entry with a refund minus a 50% administration charge - available until 1 month before your race.


    After that time the option to cancel / refund will no longer be available.


    We no longer offer deferrals due to the amount of admin involved, but instead offer cancellations minus the costs already incurred. 


    You can transfer your entry to another runner at any time directly from Si Entries up until 1 week of your event.



    Read full T&Cs here.

  • What shoes should I wear?

    Your grippiest trail shoes! Our partners inov-8 are renowned for their off-road shoes, check them out at inov-8.com.

  • Do I need to carry kit?

    You will likely wish to bring a waterproof jacket and hat and gloves to keep warm. In adverse conditions you may be asked to bring them. A decision will be made in the week leading up to the race.

  • Will there be a bag drop?

    Runners can leave their belongings at the Race HQ  at their own risk and the organiser, officials and Pennine Trails Events Ltd cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage of these items.

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