The Groundhog Marathon

MAR

7

2026

Join the 15th Groundhog Marathon at Telford running track on 7 March 2026, offering marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K options for all levels. Expect chip timing, music on the track, friendly marshals and a lively post race atmosphere as entries are open.

Sat 7 Mar 2026

Trench, West Midlands (England)

Registration

Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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The Groundhog Marathon

The Groundhog Marathon is organised by How Hard Can It Be Events and is scheduled for 7 March 2026. The event takes place at Telford running track, New Road, Wrockwardine Wood, Telford TF2 7AB. This is the 15th edition of the Groundhog Marathon and entries are open.

Distances and entry

Marathon
Half Marathon
10K
5k

Listed entry fees range from £26 to £42. Age limits noted on the event page are: marathon entrants must be 18 or over, half marathon entrants 17 or over, 10K entrants 16 or over, and 5k entrants 15 or over.

Venue and travel

Race headquarters is at Telford running track in Wrockwardine Wood, Oakengates, Telford TF2 7AB. The nearest train stations mentioned are Oakengates and Telford Central.

Event features and feedback

Event features described include chip timing, an aid station, marshals, and music on the track. Participant feedback on the event gives an aggregate rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 7 reviews. Reviews mention good music, refreshments, easy parking, a nice medal, and friendly marshals, and also note requests for clearer lap-count checks and availability of split times. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.