BigMud Trails 2027

BigMud Trails begins and ends at Queen Elizabeth Country Park in Hampshire. Runners immediately face a steep ascent up Butser Hill, the highest point in the South Downs. This is a winter trail event held in the Meon Valley, offering 50K, marathon, and 16-mile distances on single-lap courses within the South Downs National Park. The route includes undulating terrain, woodland paths, sharp ascents, fast-running stretches, and significant mud. Butser Hill is tackled twice before the finish line at its base. BigMud represents the Earth race in the Classic Element Trail Series, a quartet of events themed around Earth, Water, Fire, and Air. This event is now in its sixth year. The clearly marked course, provision of aid stations, and the start and finish being at the same location simplify logistics. However, the challenging terrain is the primary attraction for participants seeking a demanding race over a flat, quick course.