Missed out on the London Marathon Ballot? No probem! 'London Calling' is our special 'Not the London Marathon' event! Set on the North Dorset Trailway, with fabulous views of Hambledon Hill and the River Stour, and taking you past Shillingstone Station (1863-1966), this is a mixed terrain event suitable for all abilities. 'London Calling' is a 7-hour race consisting of an 'out and back' route along the trailway, offering participants the opportunity to choose their own distance, from 5K to ultra-marathon. All finishers of 5K or more will receive a medal. Please note: you do not have to run for 7 hours!

We offer flexible start times between 7am and 8.30am. Just turn up when you're ready to run. All participants to finish by 2pm. Number pick-up is on the day at race registration before you start the event.

We will have an aid and drinks station at the start/finish of each lap, with a selection of savoury and sweet items. There will also be an area to leave your own items to avoid any kit or fuel-ralated anxiety. Please note we do not provide plastic cups; bring your own.

Toilets are available at the start / finish area.

We're partnering with the Big Yellow Bus Garden Project, a local charity kindly hosting our start/finish.  You can help support their latest project by making a donation when you enter this event (more info at checkout). We will also be taking donations on event day. 

Final instructions will be sent out via email before the event with full race day information.  Laps are a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course.

Please note, as per UK Athletics rules, distance restrictions apply to participants ages 20 or under.