Colne Valley Path Marathon
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Trail Running Along the Colne Valley
The Colne Valley Path is an organized running event held in the village of Stambourne. Organized by Hare & Tortoise Running, the event utilizes a course that follows the Colne Valley Path and guides participants along trails leading toward the Cymbeline meadows in Colchester. The race headquarters and starting point is located at Stambourne Village Hall.
The event offers two distinct distances:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
Participants for the Marathon distance must be aged 18 or over on the day of the race. For the Half Marathon distance, the minimum age requirement for entry is 17 years old. The course is primarily trail-based, following the natural paths through the local meadows and valley terrain.
Registration fees vary based on the chosen distance and membership status, with prices for the half marathon starting at £20.00 and the marathon starting at £27.50. The event occurs in late August, utilizing the rural landscape between Stambourne and Colchester. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
