2 races
Event overview
Step into the wild beauty of the Shropshire Hills and test yourself on a demanding yet rewarding trail course. Starting from Carding Mill Valley, every mile delivers sweeping views and rugged terrain.
Choose your challenge with a half marathon or full marathon tackling the same 13.1-mile loop twice. Expect a friendly atmosphere, strong support, and a memorable finish.
Highlights
- 13.1-mile loop over the Long Mynd
- Full marathon completes two scenic laps
- Stunning Shropshire Hills setting
- Start/finish at Carding Mill Valley
- Limited entries for an intimate event
- Well-stocked aid stations on course
- Supportive, friendly marshals throughout
- Blingtastic medal for all finishers
Event photos
Event details
- Average fitness
- Event village
Event HQ
National Trust - Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd
Church Stretton
Shropshire
SY6 6JG
UK
Amazing time 10/10. This was the first marathon I’ve done and I had an amazing time and made many friends! Really lovely organisers. The left turn into the valley before the gliding club could have been better marked but I’m sure it was originally Felix S
Spectacular views, but you have to work hard. I was relieved that I could work hard in the first half to achieve the cut-off, although I was always going to be slower in the second half. It was well worth the effort! John C
Epic scenery, big hills! Absolutely stunning scenery. The hills are brutal and big. This was my first half marathon and I absolutely loved it Lisa D
Hard but enjoyable! Amazing snacks at checkpoint!! Claire P
When I can, I always enter the How Hard Can It Be Events, particularly ones that are set in the Shropshire Hills and the Long Mynd Tony B
Absolutely loved this event, from the beginning we were made to feel welcome with such a friendly bunch Tammy H
Races at event
- Sat 2 May
- #1 of 2
08:00
Age 17 & over
£35-£36
- 13.1 miles trail running + 2474 ft ascent
- Sat 2 May
- #2 of 2
08:00
Age 18 & over
£40-£42
- 26.2 miles trail running + 4948 ft ascent