Something To Talk About

Get ready for an exhilarating day of trail running at the "Something To Talk About" event, hosted by Long Player Running on Sunday, September 20th, 2026, in the picturesque Christchurch, Dorset. Set against the stunning backdrop of a Grade I listed manor house nestled in the heart of the New Forest, this technical trail event promises an unforgettable experience for all abilities. Participants can embrace the beauty of nature while choosing their distance, from a 5K loop to an ultra-marathon, with routes winding through enchanting forests, over boardwalks, and alongside serene lakes. As you tackle the 3.3-mile loops, you’ll be rewarded with a unique, newly-designed metal medal for your efforts. With flexible start times between 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM and a maximum seven-hour time limit, you can take your time and enjoy the atmosphere. Expect a lively day filled with great music, delicious snacks—including roast potatoes and cheese—at the Run DMC aid station, and plenty of space to relax with friends or fellow runners. Don’t forget to bring your own reusable cup, as this cupless event prioritizes sustainability. Camping options are available through the Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre, making it a

Something To Talk About is a forest trail event, set in the heart of the beautiful New Forest, with a Grade I listed 'calendar' manor house as the backdrop. This is a technical trail event suitable for all abilities, comprising a 5K looped route through stunning forest, over boardwalks & alongside beautiful lakes. Participants can choose their own distance on the day, from 5K to ultra-marathon. All finishers of one loop or more will receive a newly-designed metal medal for their hard work. Something To Talk About derives it's name from the from the Badly Drawn Boy song, which appears on the soundtrack to the film About a Boy. There is oodles of space to get comfy for the day, bring a chair, bring a rug, set up your kit & enjoy the day with friends*, your running group** or just soak up the atmosphere. We'll be playing our on-theme playlist tunes throughout the day & everyone is guaranteed to have something to talk about at the end of the day! We offer flexible start times between 9.00am and 10.30am. Just turn up when you're ready to run. All runners to finish by 4.00pm (maximum 7 hours). Number pick-up is on the day at race registration before you start the event. We will have our Run DMC (aid) station at the start/finish of each lap, offering drinks & a wide range of sweet & savoury snacks. Yes, including roast potatoes & cheese! There will also be an area to leave your own items. Please note we are cupless & do not provide plastic cups; please bring your own. Toilets, showers and changing facilities are available. Camping is available; please contact Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre to book.  Final instructions will be sent out via email before the event with full race day information. Loops are 3.3ish miles long. Please note, this event is licensed by the TRA and will be run under UKA rules.  as per UK Athletics rules, distance restrictions apply to participants ages 20 or under. *Multiple discounts available on entry **Contact us for larger group discounts