DEFEAT DELAMERE 2026

Join us at Defeat Delamere this September and enjoy the thrill of running through the gorgeous woodland site, over winding gravel paths, pushing yourself through the mixture of inclines dotted around the route.

There will be a mass group warm up before you take to the starting line. Each distance will set off separately and runners will be called to the start line by an official MC.

The courses are signposted and well marshalled and cover stunning views of the forest. As this is a trail run, runners can potentially expect mixed terrain, hills, loose surfaces and exposed tree roots – all adding to the thrill of the event.

You can collect your race pack including race number and timing chip at the Registration within the event site. Registration opens at 8.00am. Please note the Junior race will not be chip timed.

You must be 16 or older for the 16k. Those 15 and over can take on the 10k and 14 or over to sign up for the 5k. The junior race is open to ages 4 or over, or parent/guardian running with buggies and baby.

Race times are as follows:

09:30am - 16km / 09:45 - 10km / 10:00 - 5km / 10:10 - junior race

Defeat Delamere is in aid of Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation. Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation have teamed up with Forestry England to host competitive events across the UK.