After an overwhelmingly successful maiden run, The Furzebrook Estate have invited us to return, and bring The Blue Castle Run back for 2025 - a trail run at, and around, the iconic waters of The Blue Pool nature reserve.

 

The Blue Castle Run is a 7 mile chip-timed trail race which begins and ends at this Dorset jewel. With ancient woodland trails; hills and heath; ridges and valleys, and the occasional castle, delivering you some of the most stunning scenery in the Purbecks; and a unique opportunity to run around The Blue Pool. Twice.

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Challenging enough for competitive athletes, and enjoyable for all runners, this is an opportunity to be part an event which may rapidly become a classic. Places are limited so register now to avoid missing out!

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Canicross entry is available, but we have capped the numbers so don't dilly-dally!
 

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WHEN?
Sunday 9th November 2025. The race starts at 9.30 am.

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WHAT?
A 7-mile chip-timed trail run.

The 7-mile race has a 150-minute cut-off, so all running will be completely midday at the latest.

Every finisher will receive a fabulous medal.

Prizes will be presented for the first 3 male and female runners and the first three mixed canicross.

Timed results will be published on our site.

 

WHERE?
The Blue Pool is a stunning venue, with nature walks, picnic areas and a tea room serving good food and refreshing drinks; you could run solo or make a day of it with the family

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HOW MUCH? 

The cost of a single race entry will also include access to The Blue Pool for the runner, one adult supporter, and up to 2 children under 16. Usually, public entry to The Blue Pool is £7.50 per adult and £3.75 for children, so this is a great value package:

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7 Mile *minimum age 17

£28 Unaffiliated, £26 Affiliated

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Additional non-running supporters would be required to pay the usual entry fee.

 

T-shirts are available to pre-order when you enter, so get yourself a Collectors Edition! They will not be available to purchase on the day.

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The 7 Mile race has one aid station at about 5 miles. Water will be available at the finish. And maybe a few jelly-babies.

 

THE EVENT IS CUPLESS - please bring your own collapsible cup for use at the aid station AND at the finish.