8 Maids a Milking – Virtual

Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with the exciting 8 Maids a Milking Virtual Event, hosted by Every Mile Counts! On Sunday, December 13th, 2026, participants will have the unique opportunity to take part in a festive running challenge from the picturesque location of Pengethley Manor in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire. This event is designed for everyone, whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, as you choose your own target distance—5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, or Ultra—within a generous 7-hour time limit. Join in the fun of the Christmas Series and earn one of the beautifully crafted medals, representing festive themes like 'Partridge in a Pear Tree' and '5 Golden Rings'. With the option to participate virtually from anywhere in the world, this event allows you the flexibility to complete your chosen distance at your own pace. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to embrace the spirit of the season while staying active!

The 8 Maids a Milking is part of our Christmas Series: For 2026 you have 7 hours to complete your target distance. You choose your target distance – 5k (2 laps), 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon or Ultra. But your time limit is 7 hours. Suitable for walkers or runners. Tough off-road course (see tab section). You chose the distance you want to run – 5k, 10k, Half, Marathon or Ultra. Suitable for walkers or runners. Other available medals in the Christmas series are: ‘Partridge in a Pear Tree’ ‘2 Turtle Doves’ ‘3 French Hens Run’ ‘4 Calling Birds Run’ ‘5 Golden Rings Run’ ‘6 Geese a-laying Run’ ‘7 Swans a Swimming’ ‘9 Ladies Dancing’ ’10 Lords are Leaping’ ’11 Pipers Piping’ ’12 Drummers Drumming’ Each of the events has it’s own webpage – see our race calendar. Location: Pengethley Manor, Ross-on-Wye. what3words – physical.growth.shelf Can’t make race day? Do it virtually – anywhere in the world at a time to suit yourself, but preferably completed on the above days, although we will give all entries date flexibility to suit themselves.