The Pied Piper Christmas Run | Marathon
Come and have a fun day out to celebrate Christmas with runs, medals, cake and pies to all finishers! Run a multi-lapped, scenic marathon route crossing the famous Ironbridge.
Sign up for £40
- Sun 20 Dec 2026
09:00
Age 18 & over
£40
- 26.2 miles trail running
Event overview
Set off from a welcoming pub base at this festive time of year and enjoy treats with like-minded runners! Wrap up (or dress up) and explore a varied course featuring the stunning Ironbridge Gorge. Expect flowing trails, historic sights, and a memorable bridge crossing in an event which will fill you with proper Christmas cheer.
With a relaxed vibe and encouragement all around, this is as much about Christmas spirit as it is about the run.
Highlights
- Multi-lap format: 8 miles per lap, with half (16 miles) and full marathon options
- Scenic route through The Ironbridge Gorge
- Iconic crossing of the famous Ironbridge
- Fun, social atmosphere
- Start and finish at a friendly pub race HQ
- Varied terrain with a mix of paths and tracks
- Medals, cakes and pies to all finishers
- Supportive, inclusive event perfect for all abilities
This event is part of The Pied Piper Christmas Run.
Event photos
Event details
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
Route
- Multiple laps
- Navigation not required
- Way markers
- GPX available
- Bar
- Rural
- Toilets
Event HQ
Unicorn Inn
Holly Road
Little Dawley
Telford
Shropshire
TF4 3HZ
UK
Parking
2 minutes away.
What's included
- Cake
- Medal
Brilliant event! Easy to follow route, great communication, excellent food station! And three distance options to choose. Would 100% recommend! Andy P
Lovely small marathon event. Three loops with a long hill so save something each lap for that. Lovely small friendly event. Great help at the checkpoint/aid station. Will be back for 2026. Alastair B
- Age 18 & over
- Entries open
- Enter online
- Event merch available
Entry fees
Entry fee
£40.00
Other races at event
- Sun 20 Dec
- #2 of 3
09:00
Age 17 & over
£35
- 16 miles trail running