Midsummer Mortimer Trail
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Midsummer Mortimer Trail 2026
The Midsummer Mortimer Trail is a trail running event that follows sections of the Mortimer Trail through the Marches of England, finishing in the entrance of Ludlow Castle in Ludlow, Shropshire. The courses use mixed trail, field and road terrain and pass through extensive forests, limestone tops, gentle pastures, and a succession of hills and ridges.
Course features include crossings of the rivers Arrow, Lugg and Teme, and landmarks such as Wapley hill fort, Croft Ambrey, Orleton Common, the High Vinnals and Mary Knoll Valley. The routes also meander through a number of villages and move from Herefordshire into Shropshire.
Available distances
- Approximately 30 miles from Kington to Ludlow Castle
- Approximately 14 to 15 miles starting in Aymestrey and finishing at Ludlow Castle
The longer route is described as suitable both for those seeking an introduction to ultra distance events and for established ultra runners looking for a relatively fast hilly course. The shorter route is intended for participants able to complete a flat half marathon or those progressing from a 10k distance.
Registration locations are in Kington and at the Riverside Inn in Aymestrey. Parking is available at Ludlow Rugby Club and an optional transport service to the start is available for a fee of £15 per person. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
