Carry on in the Colliery
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Carry on in the Colliery
Carry on in the Colliery is an off-road running event scheduled for 28 February 2026 at Rabbit Ings Country Park, Lund Hill Lane, Royston, Shafton, Barnsley S71 4BB, UK. The course uses a 5-mile lapped route through the country park; each loop includes one short, steep climb with views over the local countryside. The day includes a separate Canicross event. Participants receive a finisher's medal at the finish.
Race details and practical information
- Distances offered: 5 miles, 10 miles, 15 miles, 20 miles, marathon, ultra (30 miles), Canine Canter 5 miles
The event lists minimum ages for some distances (for example, the ultra requires 21+ and the 20-mile requires 18+). Prices vary by distance; published ranges in the event material run from about £24 up to £56.
Parking is available at the country park carpark and public toilets are provided there. Feed stations are normally positioned around every three miles and supply drinks and food; participants are asked to bring a reusable cup or bottle because the event aims to be cup-less. Large over-ear headphones are banned; bone-conduction or single-ear in-ear use is permitted. There may be unmarshalled road crossings. Organisers provide downloadable GPX route files. Runners who withdraw should inform the nearest marshal; transfers and deferrals can be self-served online. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
