About This Event
Set in the beautiful Shropshire Hills, this Star Wars-themed trail race offers runners a chance to explore the rolling countryside around Church Stretton. The race takes place from Carding Mill Valley, with each 13.1-mile lap traversing the Long Mynd and the scenic Shropshire hills. The event maintains an intimate atmosphere with entries limited to 200 runners for the main race. Well-stocked aid stations and friendly marshals support participants throughout the course, and all finishers receive what organizers describe as a "blingtastic medal." The race starts at 8am with generous time cutoffs, and marathon runners must complete their first lap by 11:30am to continue for the second loop. How Hard Can It Be Events has built a strong reputation with this annual May event, which also includes a virtual race option during the same week for those unable to attend in person.
Choose Your Distance
13.1 miles
A 13.1 miles mixed-terrain race, Church Stretton, Shropshire.
26.2 miles
Two complete laps of the 13.1-mile course, allowing runners to experience the beautiful Shropshire hills scenery twice. With a 7-hour cutoff and first lap completion required by 11:30am, this distance challenges runners while maintaining reasonable time limits.