Run the Wild Half Marathon
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Run the Wild Half Marathon
Run the Wild Half Marathon is a trail running event in the Chiltern Hills based at Church Farm Cafe, Aldbury. The route covers about 13 miles (21.1 km) with around 300 m of ascent and is run over half a day across undulating chalk hills and local woods.
Participants are grouped by ability and are led by English Athletics qualified run leaders who provide trail running instruction. Steep sections are walked when necessary. The event includes a well stocked refreshment point just over halfway, a finisher’s medal and a Trees not Tees certificate.
Location details include on site parking and a 15 minute walk from the nearest station. Regular trains run from London Euston to Tring Station taking about 40 minutes. Facilities at the start location include a cafe, toilets and a bag drop. The event is canicross friendly provided runners use canicross equipment rather than a collar.
Ability requirements state participants should be able to run 10 km on the road in 90 minutes or less; first time half marathoners and first time trail runners are welcome. The spring route differs slightly from the autumn edition. Mandatory kit is required for the event and a list is provided by the organiser. Personal insurance and travel are not included. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.