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run THE cotswolds: 30k
Come and run our inaugural guided 30K!
Fully supported with two checkpoints, we'll run as a group across the Cotswolds' spectacular trails.
Ready to go further?
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30km guided social trail run. - with three main hills, totalling 850m elevation gain.
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Two checkpoints are positioned on our route - serving a selection of energy/carb gels, real food, sweet/savoury snacks, plus water and electrolytes.
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Run starts and finishes at Dunkertons - free parking and post-run social!
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A focus on the experience, rather than chasing times.
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Supportive, motivational and patient run leader.
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The route connects south-east Cheltenham to Cleeve Hill, via the Cotswold Way.
WHO IS THis event FOR?
Both runs are for people who want to take on a bigger trail running challenge, build their endurance and enjoy the experience of running 30km with a group, connecting with people just like themselves.
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Ready for a new challenge? 30km on the trails isn't easy, but this is a great chance to push your distance within a supportive group.
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Building towards something even bigger? This is a brilliant opportunity to get some extra miles in your legs ahead of a 50km, 50-mile or 100km event.
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Looking to increase your endurance? By spending more time on your feet, you'll improve your stamina and gain extra confidence to tackle longer distances.
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Enjoy running with other people? Long runs are so much more enjoyable when you’re with a friendly group to share the experience with.
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Want to run further without worrying about racing? This run is about enjoying the trails, finding your rhythm, and completing the distance together, rather than chasing a time.
All runners should ensure they have a sufficient level of fitness to tackle a 30km trail run, therefore everyone should have run at least a half marathon on trails in the 6 months prior to the run.
There will be two versions of the Run the Cotswolds 30K to cater for runners of different pace levels.
Run 1: Sunday 4th April 2027
Estimated pace: 8 mins/km or above (grade adjusted pace)
Expect to walk up the hills.
Run 2: Sunday 18th April
Estimated pace: 6-7 mins/km (grade adjusted pace)
Expect to walk up the steeper hills.
Deferral, refund and postponement policy:
We understand that sometimes life circumstances change our plans.
Please note the following procedures:
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Should you wish to defer your place on the run, the deadline for this is 4 weeks prior to the event. After this date, no deferrals will be possible.
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If you defer, you will be issued credit for the value of the event, to be used on any future courses or guided runs with us, or any merch items, retreats or one-to-one coaching.
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The run requires a minimum of five attendees, and we reserve the right to postpone the run if the minimum number is not met. Under such circumstances, you will be offered either a full refund or a place on the same run when it becomes scheduled.