BigXmas Trail Festival
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BigXmas Trail Festival : event overview
BigXmas Trail Festival takes place on 14 December 2025 at Sale Water Park, Rifle Road, Sale, M33 2LX. The event offers three trail race distances, all starting and finishing at Sale Water Park and following local greenspace routes that include Chorlton Water Park and the River Mersey. The marathon route follows the Trans Pennine Trail to Little Bollington and returns along the Bridgewater Canal. The courses are fully marked and marshalled and the event is chip timed.
Distances
- 11 km
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
Practical information
Aid stations are provided on the Half Marathon and Marathon routes. Finishers receive a bespoke medal or may opt to have a tree planted instead of a medal. Finish-line refreshments include mince pies and mulled wine. Parking is available free at Sale Water Park with nearby overflow options. Bag drop tents will be available in the start/finish area. Canicross entries are not accepted.
Mandatory kit and requirements include the ability for marathon runners to carry 500 ml of fluid, a waterproof jacket, hat, gloves, buff, and a mobile phone. Runners are advised to download the GPX file of the route to a wearable device or phone. Cut-off times: no cutoff for 11 km, 3.5 hours for the Half Marathon, and 7 hours for the Marathon.
Entry prices listed are: 11 km £26, Half Marathon £34, Marathon £45. Age limits apply: 11 km entrants must be aged 16 or over, Half Marathon 17 or over, Marathon 18 or over. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
