After running my first backyard ultra in May at the St Albans Sixer (shoutout to those boys — incredible event), I felt inspired to step into the role of run director myself. The goal? To bring another backyard race to the area and celebrate the pubs and trails that make this corner of the world so special. We believe in pubs — not just as places to drink, but as spaces that anchor communities, tell stories, and welcome everyone in. We believe in the romance of the countryside — the rolling hills, uneven stiles, and sudden vistas that stop you in your tracks. We love the mud, the laughter, the shared effort. The clarity it brings to your head and the strength it brings to your body. This is about more than running — it’s about connection, celebration, and the simple joy of moving through beautiful places with others.
Date: Saturday, 27th September 2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
Finish Time: To Be Confirmed
Location: The Waggoners – Brickwall Close, Ayot Green, Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom
Format: 4.167-mile loop every hour, on the hour, until only one runner remains
Entry Fee: £60.00 per participant
Included With Entry:
- 5 x Drink Vouchers (Half Pints, House Wine, or Soft Drinks) – redeemable by the athlete or their spectators
- 1 x Commemorative Half Pint Glass
- 1 x Official Race Timing provided by racesonline.uk (so friends and family can follow along remotely)
- 1 x Race Belt for your race number – ideal for easy transitions between outfits
- Finsher will receive Glory and adulation.
Route Info:
The course will follow a 4.167-mile loop on trail, designed to be safe and runnable throughout the night. A route map will be provided ahead of race day.
Spectators & Venue Info:
Spectators are welcome and encouraged to attend and support athletes at all times, day and night.
- The Waggoners pub will remain open and accessible throughout the event.
- Drinks will be available at bar prices.
- Loud encouragement and friendly banter are absolutely encouraged!
