Something to Talk About
Sun 20 Sep 2026 Christchurch, Hampshire, UK

Something to Talk About

Set in the heart of the beautiful New Forest, with a Grade I listed 'calendar' manor house as the backdrop, this is a technical trail loop suitable for all abilities.

  • Sun 20 Sep 2026
Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre, Christchurch
Something to Talk About

09:30

Age 18 & over

£37.50-£39.50

  • 7 hrs trail running + 404 ft ascent

Event overview

'Something to talk about' consists of a looped route through stunning forest offering participants the opportunity to choose their own distance on the day, from 5K to ultra-marathon.

Highlights

  • Medal for all finishers completing one loop or more
  • Flexible start times between 9.30am and 11am – start when you’re ready
  • Finish by 4.30pm (maximum time: 7 hours)
  • Number pick-up on the day at race registration
  • 5.28km/3.28-mile loops on a scenic, fully marked course
  • Aid and drinks table with sweet and savoury snacks at the start/finish area
  • Personal drop zone for your own kit or nutrition
  • Toilets, showers and changing facilities available on site
  • Camping available – contact Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre to book

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Event village
  • Families
  • Newcomers
  • Spectators

  • Circular route
  • Cut off time
  • Food stations
  • Marshals
  • Multiple laps
  • Navigation not required
  • Rolling start
  • Toilets
  • Traffic free
  • Undulating
  • Water stations
  • Way markers

Overview

Set in the heart of the beautiful New Forest, with a Grade I listed 'calendar' manor house as the backdrop, this is a technical trail event suitable for all abilities. 'Something to talk about' consists of a looped route through stunning forest offering participants the opportunity to choose their own distance on the day, from 5K to ultra-marathon. 

Map

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  • Camping
  • Changing facilities
  • Secure bag storage
  • Showers
  • Toilets

Event HQ

Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre
Bransgore
Christchurch
Hampshire
BH23 8EE
UK

Camping is available; please contact Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre to book. 

What's included

  • Camping
  • Drinks
  • Medal
  • Snacks

Sustainability

  • Bring your own cup

  • Age 18 & over
  • Entries open
  • Enter online
  • Event merch available
  • Race pack by email

Entry fees

Entry fee

£37.50

Entry fee

£39.50

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