Queen Elizabeth Country Park Trail Run 2026

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Queen Elizabeth Country Park Trail Run 2026
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Where and when

Location
Waterlooville PO8 0QE, UK
Start times
Saturday, Jan 31, 2026
21k Standard Entry: 9:15 AM21k Canicross Entry: 9:20 AM15k Standard Entry: 9:30 AM15k Canicross Entry: 9:35 AM8k Standard Entry: 9:45 AM8k Canicross Entry: 9:50 AM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for Queen Elizabeth Country Park Trail Run 2026
21k Standard Entry
Distance
21km
£42.50
21k Canicross Entry
Distance
21km
£42.50
15k Standard Entry
Distance
15km
£37.50
15k Canicross Entry
Distance
15km
£37.50

Route information

Starting at Queen Elizabeth Country Park, which is a large country park situated on the South Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is conveniently located on the A3 south of Petersfield, Hampshire.
This amazing trail run has it all, spectacular tree lined trails, magnificent views and sturdy trails which are a pleasure to run on.
The route starts and finishes in QECP exploring its hard packed off-road trail network.
Head out of the park where you'll enjoy running through the ancient woodland at 'Head Down' before reaching the iconic South Downs Way. From here both routes loop back to the park via the famous local trail called the 'Milky Way'.
Back in the Park all 3 routes combine together to explore 'War Down' which boasts weatherproof, tree lined gravel tracks. You will get a real sense of being at one with Nature and allowing your mind to wonder whilst your legs clock up the kilometers.
What better place to experience trail running than with a course that allows you to experience multiple terrains and overloads your senses with such a variety of incredible views.
Regardless of experience or ability, we actively encourage new runners to our events and have 3 route lengths to choose from. Every step brings you closer to that finish line, and to your well-earned medal, a refreshing drink, and exciting finisher's goodies.

What's included

⏰ Chip Timed Event
🥇 High quality Metal Medal
🎁 Finishers Goodie and Refreshing Drink
👏 Personalised certificate
🩹 First aid cover
💧 On-course refreshments
🥳 Friendly marshals
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How to get there

Waterlooville PO8 0QE, UK
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Please note: parking is charged at £3 per car. Full instructions will be provided in your pre-event information, which is sent out the week of the event, Monday at 09:30am.

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Event day logistics

7:30 am - Venue Opens
The car park opens to allow runners to prepare themselves for the race and grab a coffee.
9:15 AM - 22km Distance Race Start!
The race kicks off as the Half Marathon distance runners cross the start line.
9:20 AM - 22km Canicross Distance Race Start!
The race kicks off as the Half Marathon distance canicross runners cross the start line.
9:30 AM - 15km Distance Race Start!
The race kicks off as the Medium distance runners cross the start line.
9:35 AM - 15km Canicross Distance Race Start!
The race kicks off as the Medium distance canicross runners cross the start line.
9:45 AM - 8km Distance Race Start!
The race kicks off as the Short distance runners cross the start line.
9:50 AM - 8km Canicross Distance Race Start!
The race kicks off as the Short distance canicross runners cross the start line.
1:30 pm - The Race Finishes / Cut-off Time
Your adventure finishes, you will cross the finish line and collect your bag full of goodies.
2:00 pm - The Event Centre Closes
The venue closes.
* PLEASE NOTE: Times may be adjusted for logistical reasons. Always check our website before the event day *.
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FAQs

For more information 👇
https://www.ukrunningevents.co.uk/events/trail-runs/queen-elizabeth-country-park-trail-run-qecp-2026/faq
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