The Chase Trail Run 2027
The Chase Trail Run is a multi-distance trail event held at St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles, BH21 5NA. The programme includes a range of distances and age categories, plus a virtual option and a camping package for the event weekend.
Distances and Options:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K with separate junior and adult categories
- 2 Mile with junior and adult categories
- Junior 1 mile and Junior 200m
- Virtual events
- Camping only - three nights, up to four people per pitch
The event supports the New Forest Marathon Community Fund; the fund has donated over £1.33 million to more than 125 local good causes. Entries may include an optional donation that goes to local activity projects.
Additional Event Information:
- A Run With Your Dog option is offered; the dog receives its own medal and the runner must be 18 or over to use this option.
- Accessibility is limited: narrow tracks mean no wheelchairs, cyclists, or buggies are permitted.
- Bone conduction headphones are endorsed; in-ear headphones are not recommended.
- Refunds are available in full only within 14 days of purchase.
- An information pack is provided to entrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Race Start Times
- Full Marathon: 9:15am
- Half Marathon: 10:00am
- 10k: 10:05am
- 5k: 10:10am
- 2 mile: 10:15am
- Junior 200m/1 mile: 1:30pm
- Virtual Events: 9:00am
- Camping Only: 9:00am
Age Requirements
- Marathon: 18 years
- Half Marathon: 17 years
- 10K: 15 years
- 5K: 11 years (8-10 with adult*)
- Junior: 0 - 12 years (Fun Run)
Important Info
- Headphones: Bone conduction (Aftershokz) endorsed. In-ear not recommended.
- Accessibility: No wheelchairs, cyclists, or buggies due to narrow tracks.
- Refunds: Full refund within 14 days of purchase only.