TOLKIEN TRAIL RACE

THE 
TOLKIEN TRAIL 
RACE


20/7/24
Wave 1: 11:00am - Wave 2: 11:20am
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Take on the Tolkien Trail and race the trails that 
inspired the greatest fantasy story of all time....
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DATE & RACE START TIMES:
DATE: 20/7/24
WAVE 1: 11:00am
WAVE 2: 11:20am
LOCATION:
STONYHURST COLLEGE, HURST GREEN, LANCASHIRE

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

POST RACE GOODIES:
THE ONE RING MEDAL & OTHER GOODIES (NEW DESIGNS FOR 2024!)

Tolkien Trail Race Event Details

Follow in J.R.R Tolkien's footsteps and race across 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

2022 RESULTS & PHOTOGRAPHY

2022 Winners

2022 Winners & New Record Holders, Joseph Bridge & Sarah Tunstall

THE TOLKIEN TRAIL ROUTE DESCRIPTION

THE TOLKIEN TRAIL RACE ROUTE

Route Description

Distance: 11.1km
Elevation: 528ft

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 meet a farm track which will bring you to an enchanting woodland. Here you'll descend forest steps and cross an old stone bridge, leading you to the River Hodder. 

After a brief road crossing you'll pass the Cromwell Bridge (built in 1562) leading you to the trail along the River Ribble where you'll see a quite breathtaking aquaduct (built in 1880). 

Back through woodland, you'll run through the old finish field in the field (Mount Doom..) behind the Shireburn Arms, before racing back through the village and down the avenue returning to Stonyhurst College, having enjoyed the best of what inspired the creation of 'Hobbiton' in the tales. 

TOLKIEN TRAIL RACE DAY INFORMATION

DATE & RACE START TIMES:
DATE: 20/7/24
WAVE 1: 11:00am
WAVE 2: 11:20am
LOCATION:
STONY HURST COLLEGE, HURST GREEN, LANCASHIRE

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

POST RACE GOODIES:
THE ONE RING MEDAL & OTHER GOODIES
THE TOLKIEN TRAIL RACE

RACE DAY INFORMATION

Everything you need to know on the day. For anything else, just send a message of 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. 


    As this event has become more popular than we could ever have imagined and will continue to get bigger, we have had to look at ways to allow more runners to race and ease pressures on the village. 


    Although our marshals are very competent and clever hobbitses, we do ask that you bear with us iwhilst we get you parked in the grounds. 


  • REGISTRATION

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

  • PRE-ORDER COLLECTION

    Preordered t-shirts and vests will be able to collect from next to the registration stand.

  • START TIME

    Race breifing will begin at the avenue at 10:50pm. Please make sure you're there on time to hear the important safety briefing beforehand. The race will then begin at 11:00am for wave 1 and 11:20am for wave 2. Please only set off in the wave you registered for.

  • REFRESHMENTS

    Craft pizza from Graft Pizza and grilled goods from Pendle Grill will be available post race - please bring cash incase of poor signal.

  • KIT LIST

    As the race takes place in July on flat, sheltered trails, road shoes or light trail shoes will be sufficient. If the weather is like the our first year of the race, you may wish to consider a pair of rugged trail shoes.

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. 

TOLKIEN TRAIL RACE EVENT GOODIES & MERCHANDISE INFO

FREE MEDAL, FREE BUFF AND FREE PHOTOGRAPHY WITH EACH ENTRY. T-SHIRTS, VESTS AND MORE AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE ON THE DAY.
**NEW DESIGNS EACH YEAR**


TOLKIEN TRAIL MEDAL

The one of a kind, highly sought after medal returns with a new design for 2023!

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 wonderful photography David Belshaw is on hand to take photographs once more on the day to capture the special events and memories you'll make.

T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE

Our Tolkien Trail merchandise is back for 2023 and available to pre-order with your entry! T-shirts and vests priced at £15 and Hoodies at £29.99.

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 TOLKIEN TRAIL RACE MERCHANDISE

NEW AND IMPROVED FOR 2024, GET THE GEAR TO MATCH THAT MEDAL...

THE TOLKIEN TRAIL TRAIL FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Event FAQ Questions


Everything you need to know before entering Tolkien Trail Race
  • Where does the race start?

    The race starts along the avenue outside the outstanding Stonyhurst College, ending in the field behind the Shireburn Arms.

  • 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 Stoneyhurst Collect, portaloos, the use of private lands, post race goodies and race insurance and first aid support. Pennine Trails vests and t-shirts available to purchase on the day.

  • I can no longer race, can I get a refund or defer entry?

    All races released after the 3rd December 2023 will be subject to the following policy:


    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 eventIf you inform us of circumstances that change within 3 months or more a full refund can be issued minus a 20% admin charge and booking fee. You may also defer your entry (see below) or transfer to another runner (see below).


    If you inform us of circumstances that change within 3 months or less we can defer your entry to the same event the following year, or an event in line with the same pricing structure if entry is available. you may also transfer your entry to another runner (see below).


    If you inform us of circumstances that change within 1 month of an event, it is possible to transfer your entry over to another runner, and you will need to provide their name, D.O.B, email and club. The participant that takes the entry agrees to our T&Cs. The two runners transferring their entries will arrange payment and Pennine Trails holds no accountability for monies lost.


    No transfers or deferrals can be made within 1 week of an event.


    Read full T&Cs here.

  • What shoes should I wear?

    On a dry day, road shoes or light trail shoes will be fine. In poor conditions, grippier trail or fell shoes may be advisable. 

  • Do I need to carry kit?

    The race is largely sheltered in woodlands and at no point does the route take you on any high elevations. If the weather is very poor, a waterproof jacket and trousers may be advised.

  • Will there be a bag drop?

    Runners can leave their belongings at the Race HQ  at their own 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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