June Long Run - The Cotswolds

This month’s long run will explore the eastern corner of the Cotswolds just outside Oxford, taking in stunning rolling countryside, beautiful stone villages, and the grounds of Blenheim Palace.

There will be two distances to choose from: an ambitious 25km full loop starting and finishing in Charlbury, and a more leisurely 16km route joining at Hanborough for the return stretch. Please drop a message into the chat to indicate which distance you'll be running.

The route includes a mix of paved lanes, gravel, and dirt trails. We’ll run as a group at a comfortable pace for everyone (roughly 5:30 to 6:00/km), with occasional stops to refuel and enjoy the scenery. After the run, we'll head to a pub in Charlbury for some well-earned food and drink.

Travel details:

• Full loop runners: Meet at 08:30 next to FCB Coffee ready to catch the 08:44 train from London Paddington to Charlbury, arriving at 10:06.
• 15km runners: Meet at 09:30 next to FCB Coffee ready to catch the 09:50 train from London Paddington to Hanborough, arriving at 10:56 (the group will then run to Blenheim Palace to join the full loop runners)

A Super Off-Peak Return is approximately £45 (or £30 with a railcard).

Please ensure you're comfortable with the distance and terrain. If you're new to running, we recommend starting with one of our shorter Wednesday evening or Saturday morning sessions. There will be no bag drop, so bring everything you need in a small running backpack, including water and snacks.

Keep an eye on this page for any updates, and please update your RSVP if your plans change. We look forward to seeing you there!