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2026 FOOBS Trail and Fun Runs

Old Basing, South East, United Kingdom

calendar_today 11 Oct, 2026

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sell £5.00 – £22.00

About the Event

In October, head to Old Basing for the much-anticipated FOOBS Trail and Fun Runs—a day filled with scenic trail running routes through picturesque countryside. This beloved annual race welcomes runners of all ages and abilities, offering both competition and camaraderie on a course that winds past rolling hills and serene greenery.
This year’s edition includes chip-timed 10K and 6K trails for those seeking endurance or speed challenges, alongside a fun-filled 2K run tailored especially for families. The event showcases the beauty of Old Basing's landscapes while celebrating its strong community spirit through excellent organization by local supporters such as the parish council and various running clubs.
Upon crossing the finish line at the village green, participants are greeted with warm hospitality including refreshments and prizes that highlight their achievement in a day richly infused with purpose. By participating, runners contribute directly to Friends of Old Basing Schools (F.O.O.B.S.), supporting vital initiatives for local schools’ educational needs and helping children access essential resources.
Join this inspiring event where the bond between community support and individual athletic pursuit creates an atmosphere that is both uplifting and rewarding on multiple levels—physically challenging yet deeply meaningful.

Races Offered

10K Trail Run

Oct 11, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Running

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09:30

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£22.00

6K Trail Run

Oct 11, 2026

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Distance — 6K

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Type — Running

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09:45

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£17.00

2K Fun Run

Oct 11, 2026

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Distance — 2K

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Type — Running

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11:30

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£5.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Old Basing.

thermostat Temperature

9.2° / 15.3°

wb_sunny Feels like

6.4° / 12.7°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

5h 53m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.5 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

13.9 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.8)

humidity_mid Humidity

85.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:29

nightlight Sunset

18:09

About Old Basing

Learn more about the host city, Old Basing.

Old Basing is a village in the civil parish of Old Basing and Lychpit, in the Basingstoke and Deane district, in Hampshire, England, just east of Basingstoke. It was called Basengum in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle and Basinges in the Domesday Book.