St Aidan’s Winter Beast
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (February 8, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
St Aidan’s Winter Beast is a 6.66 mile (10.7 km) trail race at Little Preston on 7 February 2027, starting at 11am. It is designed for athletes who want to put their stamina and determination to the test.
Expect a demanding course that heads off the beaten track, with honest climbs and, when conditions allow, proper cross-country mud. The famous lock crossing adds an extra challenge to your race. Those who reach the top of the main hill are rewarded with a superb view over the park before the next section of the course calls them onwards.
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Races nearby
Other upcoming races around Little Preston.
Leeds Country Way Winter Ultras
Jan 9, 2027 · Leeds · 2 mi away
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Leeds 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run
Feb 20, 2027 · Colton · 2 mi away
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Rothwell Kebabathon
Nov 15, 2026 · Leeds · 3 mi away
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Piglove By The River By Night 10km & 5km
Oct 28, 2026 · Cité de Leeds · 6 mi away
6.2 mi · 3.1 mi
The Drop - Leeds
Jan 2, 2027 · Cité de Leeds · 6 mi away
15 mi · 10 mi · 6 mi
The Drop - Norwich
Jan 10, 2027 · Cité de Leeds · 6 mi away
15 mi · 10 mi