Mapperton Muddle

Next Race: 23/03/2024

Mapperton House & Gardens, Mapperton, Beaminster DT8 3NR

We just love running around Dorset, so we’re really happy to have this incredible venue to play with. Just outside of Dorchester is Mapperton, the country estate owned by the Earl and Countess of Sandwich. We are excited and very proud to have been invited to run at Mapperton, one of Dorset’s finest estates, for a second time.

The Mapperton Muddle races are a 10K and half-marathon in and around the fine Mapperton Estate. The races are in the valley’s so expect mud, lovingly created by the herd of White Park Cattle and watered by the many natural springs in the area. Both races will be a bit hilly and a bit wet.

The medal design represents the White Park Cattle on site and the massive stag we saw on our first visit! The gardens of the house will be opened especially to runners and their spectators. There will be refreshments served pre- and post-race by the team in the Coach House. It's time to break out the winter running gear and trail shoes for a unique set of races at this great venue.

When you enter our races you will be able to opt out of receiving your finisher’s goodies, which we usually hand out at the end of the race. Instead, the cost of your goody bag will be donated to the Wilder Dorset Appeal, and you can read more about that project here. If you don’t opt out, you will still get your goody bag, and you can optionally choose to make a personal contribution if you wish here. Every runner still gets a medal. 

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Mapperton Muddle no-group

  • 23/03/2024, 08:30 - 30/03/2024, 21:30

    Mapperton Muddle Virtual

    £30.00
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    Do you want to feel part of Mapperton Muddle, but can’t take part in the live event?

    We're offering you the chance to take part virtually in your own time. This gives you the chance to be part of this great event, support Mapperton House and Gardens, and earn the bespoke medal and a special bonus gift. 

    You have 1 week from the 23rd March to complete your run.

    You can do the distance in one go, or in multiple runs over the course of the week.

    Please submit results to wsrvirtualevents@gmail.com. Once received we will send out your goodies. 

    Any questions, please email: info@whitestarrunning.co.uk

    ** Please note, this virtual entry includes international postage to deliver the medals and goodies **

  • 05/10/2024, 10:00

    Mapperton Muddle Half Marathon 2024

    £32.00 - £34.00
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    This spring, challenging half-marathon route takes in lots of trails through coppices and woods, crossing over farmland and the Loscombe Nature Reserve. It has some spectacular views across the countryside before heading up Gold Hill and then returning to finish at Mapperton House.

    The cut-off time for the half-marathon race is 4 hours.

    Minimum age requirement for entry is 17 years old. For general race questions, see our FAQs.

  • 05/10/2024, 11:00

    Mapperton Muddle 10K 2024

    £26.00 - £28.00
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    Mapperton Muddle 10K is a great introduction to trail running, set within the Mapperton Estate. Taking in trails and coppices before heading into Hooke Park, an ancient woodland, now designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Then circling some ancient church remnants, before returning to finish at Mapperton House via the Jubilee Trail.

    The cut-off time for the 10K is 2 hours and our minimum age requirement for entry is 16 years old.

    For general race questions, see our FAQs.

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