Slow and Dirty
19K trail race in Dorset along the old Somerset and Dorset railway line with flat off road paths and countryside scenery.
| Date | Sunday 20th December, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Distance | 19K |
| Location | River Stour Valley |
| Town/City | Sturminster Newton |
| Area | Dorset |
| Start postcode | DT10 1FH |
| Start time | 10:00am |
| Website | Enter Now |
Slow and Dirty is a 19K trail running event in Dorset, following the former Somerset and Dorset railway line through the Stour Valley. The point to point route starts near Sturminster Newton and heads towards Spetisbury on firm off road paths and old railway trails.
The course is mostly flat with hard packed terrain, making it accessible for a wide range of runners. Along the route, runners pass quiet villages, riverside scenery and stretches of open countryside with views across the Dorset landscape.
This Dorset trail race offers a relaxed and sociable running experience with scenic rural surroundings and a festive winter atmosphere on fast, runnable terrain.
