The Rasselbock Run - Summer 2027

Mansfield, United Kingdom

Expected July 2027

Our best guess from a single past year. We'll firm it up when the organiser confirms.

Distance

5.8km

Start Time

09:00

Cutoff

6 hours

Terrain

Trail

From last year's edition. Details may change once confirmed.

Overview

Join us for The Rasselbock Run on July 5, 2026, in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. Tackle a stunning 5.76km loop for 6 hours—run as far as you choose!

5.76km loop through Sherwood Pines Forest
Undulating trails with mixed terrain
Fully signposted route with marshals
Huge fully stocked aid station at race HQ

The practical side

Start / Finish

Start

Race HQ area near the visitor centre, Sherwood Pines Forest

Finish

Same as start location

Terrain

Mixed trail of forest floor, muddy areas, and packed gravel paths. Some hills included.

Route

Looped trail course weaving through the undulating trails of Sherwood Pines Forest. Each lap is exactly 5.76km. Participants can complete as many laps as they choose within 6 hours.

Getting There

Nearest train stations: Mansfield and Retford. Bus No. 14, 15 or 15A from Mansfield to Archway Road or Sherwood Pines (approx every 15 minutes, check weekend timetables). Then 1-mile walk into forest. Taxi recommended on Sunday mornings.

Race Day

Park opens at 8am. Pre-race briefing via email roughly ten days before event.

Good to know

What you get

Finisher medal

Bespoke medal

Fully signposted route

Amazing support from Team Rasselbock and other runners

Food after the finishSnacks and drinks available at aid station

On the day

Toilets

Marshals on course

First aid on course

RecommendedTrail running shoes, Appropriate clothing for weather conditions

Parking · PaidYes, there is a large car park at Sherwood Pines Forest. There is a charge for parking which we cannot offer a discount on. Car sharing is encouraged.

Public transportThe nearest train stations are Mansfield and Retford. From Mansfield, take bus No. 14, 15 or 15A to Archway Road or Sherwood Pines (approx every 15 minutes, check weekend timetables). Then there is about a 1-mile walk into the forest. On Sunday mornings, pre-booking a taxi is recommended.

Aid stations · 1Huge fully stocked aid station at race HQ with all the snacks and drinks you could imagine

Before you enter

RefundsEntry fees are non-refundable. However, you can purchase refund protection via XCover for £4.15 at checkout, which covers injury, illness, adverse weather, public transport disruption, and breakdown/accident.

TransfersYes, you can transfer your entry to another runner free of charge up to ten days before the event. Contact us with the new runner's name and contact details. An entry can only be transferred once.

DeferralsOne deferral allowed up to ten days before event. No fees.

If the race is cancelledIf the event is cancelled, postponed, or delayed for reasons outside our control (e.g., adverse weather, local authority advice), we will offer your entry to be carried forward to a new date or suitable alternative. No refunds will be given.

Bad weatherIn the unlikely event of cancellation due to adverse weather, entry will be carried forward to a new date or suitable alternative. No refunds.

Minimum ageUnder 12's are not allowed to participate. Ages 12-18 need a parent or guardian to contact us before signing up. UKA rules apply: Over 12-14 years: 5,000m; Over 14-16 years: 6,000m; Over 16-17 years: 10,000m; Over 17-18 years: 25,000m; Over 18-20 years: 45,000m.

Other questions

They can be found at https://rasselbock.co.uk/terms-and-conditions/

Yes! You don't have to decide how far you're running until you're running. Complete as many laps as you like within the 6-hour window. One lap qualifies you as a finisher.

The route is a mixed trail of forest floor, muddy areas, and packed gravel paths through Sherwood Pines Forest. There are some hills but nothing unmanageable. Each lap is exactly 5.76km.

We operate a bring your own bottle policy to reduce waste. No plastic cups are provided. Please bring your own water bottle or collapsible cup.

Entry fee

Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.

Expected

Mansfield, United Kingdom

Expected July 2027

Provisional date, around Jul 4

We'll keep this updated as the organiser confirms.

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Overview

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Good to know

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What is the bring your own bottle policy?

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