The Delamere Forest is a standout trail running event featuring two challenging distances: a 21-kilometer half marathon and a full 42-kilometer marathon. Set within the scenic Delamere Forest in Cheshire, UK, the races showcase diverse woodland trails, including iconic landmarks like Blakemere Moss and Old Pale Hill, offering runners a mix of technical terrain and breathtaking countryside views. The marathon consists of two laps of the half marathon course, making it both a physically demanding and rewarding experience for trail enthusiasts of all levels. With chip timing, unique medals, and a supportive event village, this race combines competitive spirit with a vibrant community atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or tackling the half marathon for the first time, this event provides a fantastic opportunity to explore one of the UK's most beautiful trail running locations.
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The Delamere Forest 42K is a challenging full marathon trail race set in the scenic woodland of Delamere Forest, featuring two laps of a demanding 21k course with varied terrain and stunning countryside views. It offers trail runners an immersive and rewarding marathon experience in a beautiful natural setting.
The Delamere Forest 21K is organised by RunThrough Trails and takes place on Sunday, 2 November 2025, starting and finishing at the Delamere Forest Visitor Centre, Northwich, Cheshire, UK. The trail race winds through shaded forest, around Blakemere Moss, up Old Pale Hill, and follows parts of the Sandstone Trail, offering about 311 meters of elevation gain.
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What is the Delamere Forest 42K?
How long is the Delamere Forest 42K?
Where does the Delamere Forest 42K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Delamere Forest 42K?
How can I prepare for the Delamere Forest 42K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Delamere Forest 42K?
The Delamere Forest 42K is a challenging full marathon trail race set in the scenic woodland of Delamere Forest, featuring two laps of a demanding 21k course with varied terrain and stunning countryside views. It offers trail runners an immersive and rewarding marathon experience in a beautiful natural setting.
The Delamere Forest 42K is 42km long.
The Delamere Forest 42K takes place in Delamere, Northwich, Cheshire, United Kingdom.
The Delamere Forest 42K elevation gain is 622 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate 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 Delamere Forest 42K?
The Delamere Forest 42K is a challenging full marathon trail race set in the scenic woodland of Delamere Forest, featuring two laps of a demanding 21k course with varied terrain and stunning countryside views. It offers trail runners an immersive and rewarding marathon experience in a beautiful natural setting.
How long is the Delamere Forest 42K?
The Delamere Forest 42K is 42km long.
Where does the Delamere Forest 42K take place?
The Delamere Forest 42K takes place in Delamere, Northwich, Cheshire, United Kingdom.
What is the elevation gain of the Delamere Forest 42K?
The Delamere Forest 42K elevation gain is 622 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Delamere Forest 42K?
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 Delamere Forest 42K?
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 Delamere Forest 21K?
How long is the Delamere Forest 21K?
Where does the Delamere Forest 21K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Delamere Forest 21K?
How can I prepare for the Delamere Forest 21K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Delamere Forest 21K?
The Delamere Forest 21K is organised by RunThrough Trails and takes place on Sunday, 2 November 2025, starting and finishing at the Delamere Forest Visitor Centre, Northwich, Cheshire, UK. The trail race winds through shaded forest, around Blakemere Moss, up Old Pale Hill, and follows parts of the Sandstone Trail, offering about 311 meters of elevation gain.
The Delamere Forest 21K is 21km long.
The Delamere Forest 21K takes place in Delamere, Northwich, Cheshire, United Kingdom.
The Delamere Forest 21K elevation gain is 311 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate 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 Delamere Forest 21K?
The Delamere Forest 21K is organised by RunThrough Trails and takes place on Sunday, 2 November 2025, starting and finishing at the Delamere Forest Visitor Centre, Northwich, Cheshire, UK. The trail race winds through shaded forest, around Blakemere Moss, up Old Pale Hill, and follows parts of the Sandstone Trail, offering about 311 meters of elevation gain.
How long is the Delamere Forest 21K?
The Delamere Forest 21K is 21km long.
Where does the Delamere Forest 21K take place?
The Delamere Forest 21K takes place in Delamere, Northwich, Cheshire, United Kingdom.
What is the elevation gain of the Delamere Forest 21K?
The Delamere Forest 21K elevation gain is 311 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Delamere Forest 21K?
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 Delamere Forest 21K?
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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