The BigXmas Trail Festival is a festive running event offering three scenic trail races in descending order of distance: Marathon (42.2 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), and 11 km. Each course is carefully marked and marshalled, providing runners with a safe and enjoyable experience through picturesque winter landscapes. Aid stations are available on the Half Marathon and Marathon routes, keeping participants energized throughout their run. Every finisher is rewarded with a bespoke medal and seasonal treats, including mulled wine and mince pies, adding a celebratory touch to the event. The festival creates a lively and festive atmosphere, making it a perfect challenge for runners of all abilities looking to end the year on a high note.
Races
The BigXmas Trail 10K is a festive 10 km trail race that takes runners through scenic winter landscapes. The course is fully marked and marshalled, making it accessible for runners of all abilities. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and seasonal treats, including mulled wine and mince pies, adding a celebratory touch to the event.
The BigXmas Trail Half Marathon is a festive trail race set in the suburbs and greenspace of Greater Manchester. Runners will enjoy scenic routes through Sale Water Park, Chorlton Water Park, and along the River Mersey. The course is fully marked and marshalled, with aid stations and a festive finish line featuring mulled wine and mince pies.
The BigXmas Trail Marathon 2025 is a scenic 42.2 km trail race that takes runners through a mix of urban streets and rural trails. The course is fully marked and marshalled, suitable for both beginners and seasoned runners. Participants will enjoy well-stocked aid stations, a bespoke medal upon finishing, and festive treats like mulled wine and mince pies to celebrate their achievement.
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FAQs
What is the BigXmas Trail 10k?
How long is the BigXmas Trail 10k?
Where does the BigXmas Trail 10k take place?
What is the elevation gain of the BigXmas Trail 10k?
How can I prepare for the BigXmas Trail 10k?
How do I choose the right training plan for the BigXmas Trail 10k?
The BigXmas Trail 10K is a festive 10 km trail race that takes runners through scenic winter landscapes. The course is fully marked and marshalled, making it accessible for runners of all abilities. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and seasonal treats, including mulled wine and mince pies, adding a celebratory touch to the event.
The BigXmas Trail 10k is 10km long.
The BigXmas Trail 10k takes place in Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom.
The BigXmas Trail 10k elevation gain is 48 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the BigXmas Trail 10k?
The BigXmas Trail 10K is a festive 10 km trail race that takes runners through scenic winter landscapes. The course is fully marked and marshalled, making it accessible for runners of all abilities. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and seasonal treats, including mulled wine and mince pies, adding a celebratory touch to the event.
How long is the BigXmas Trail 10k?
The BigXmas Trail 10k is 10km long.
Where does the BigXmas Trail 10k take place?
The BigXmas Trail 10k takes place in Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom.
What is the elevation gain of the BigXmas Trail 10k?
The BigXmas Trail 10k elevation gain is 48 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the BigXmas Trail 10k?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the BigXmas Trail 10k?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the BigXmas Trail Half Marathon?
How long is the BigXmas Trail Half Marathon?
Where does the BigXmas Trail Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the BigXmas Trail Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the BigXmas Trail Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the BigXmas Trail Half Marathon?
The BigXmas Trail Half Marathon is a festive trail race set in the suburbs and greenspace of Greater Manchester. Runners will enjoy scenic routes through Sale Water Park, Chorlton Water Park, and along the River Mersey. The course is fully marked and marshalled, with aid stations and a festive finish line featuring mulled wine and mince pies.
The BigXmas Trail Half Marathon is 21km long.
The BigXmas Trail Half Marathon takes place in Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom.
The BigXmas Trail Half Marathon elevation gain is 74 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the BigXmas Trail Half Marathon?
The BigXmas Trail Half Marathon is a festive trail race set in the suburbs and greenspace of Greater Manchester. Runners will enjoy scenic routes through Sale Water Park, Chorlton Water Park, and along the River Mersey. The course is fully marked and marshalled, with aid stations and a festive finish line featuring mulled wine and mince pies.
How long is the BigXmas Trail Half Marathon?
The BigXmas Trail Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the BigXmas Trail Half Marathon take place?
The BigXmas Trail Half Marathon takes place in Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom.
What is the elevation gain of the BigXmas Trail Half Marathon?
The BigXmas Trail Half Marathon elevation gain is 74 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the BigXmas Trail Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the BigXmas Trail Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the BigXmas Trail Marathon?
How long is the BigXmas Trail Marathon?
Where does the BigXmas Trail Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the BigXmas Trail Marathon?
How can I prepare for the BigXmas Trail Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the BigXmas Trail Marathon?
The BigXmas Trail Marathon 2025 is a scenic 42.2 km trail race that takes runners through a mix of urban streets and rural trails. The course is fully marked and marshalled, suitable for both beginners and seasoned runners. Participants will enjoy well-stocked aid stations, a bespoke medal upon finishing, and festive treats like mulled wine and mince pies to celebrate their achievement.
The BigXmas Trail Marathon is 42km long.
The BigXmas Trail Marathon takes place in Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom.
The BigXmas Trail Marathon elevation gain is 97 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the BigXmas Trail Marathon?
The BigXmas Trail Marathon 2025 is a scenic 42.2 km trail race that takes runners through a mix of urban streets and rural trails. The course is fully marked and marshalled, suitable for both beginners and seasoned runners. Participants will enjoy well-stocked aid stations, a bespoke medal upon finishing, and festive treats like mulled wine and mince pies to celebrate their achievement.
How long is the BigXmas Trail Marathon?
The BigXmas Trail Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the BigXmas Trail Marathon take place?
The BigXmas Trail Marathon takes place in Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom.
What is the elevation gain of the BigXmas Trail Marathon?
The BigXmas Trail Marathon elevation gain is 97 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the BigXmas Trail Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the BigXmas Trail Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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