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BigXmas Trail Festival

Trafford, North West, United Kingdom

calendar_today 13 Dec, 2026

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sell £29.71 – £50.08

About the Event

Experience the magic of The BigXmas Race as you navigate through Greater Manchester's dynamic landscapes. This festive season, runners can choose from several distances that weave through bustling city streets and serene rural paths.
The marathon route is particularly captivating, tracing a significant portion along the iconic Trans Pennine Trail before offering scenic views alongside the historic Bridgewater Canal. The course is meticulously marked to ensure an easy navigation for all participants.
Supportive crowds line the routes throughout, creating an energetic atmosphere that keeps spirits high as you run. As you cross the finish line, each runner receives a custom-designed medal to commemorate their achievement in this memorable event.
The BigXmas Race combines the joy of running with the festive spirit of Christmas, making it a unique and delightful experience for runners of all levels.

Races Offered

11Km

Dec 13, 2026

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Distance — 11K

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Type — Running

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142 days remaining

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£29.71

Half Marathon 2026

Dec 13, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Running

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142 days remaining

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£39.89

Marathon

Dec 13, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Type — Running

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142 days remaining

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£50.08

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in Trafford.

thermostat Temperature

4.8° / 9.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

0.7° / 5.5°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

2h 44m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.1 cm

air Avg wind speed

15.5 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (1.4)

humidity_mid Humidity

86.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

09:17

nightlight Sunset

16:52

About Trafford

Learn more about the host city, Trafford.

Trafford is a metropolitan borough of Greater Manchester, England, with an estimated population of 241,025 in 2024. It covers 106 square kilometres (41 sq mi) and includes the towns of Altrincham, Stretford, Urmston, Partington and Sale. The borough was formed in 1974 as a merger of six former districts and part of a seventh. The River Mersey flows through the borough, separating North Trafford from South Trafford, and the historic counties of Lancashire and Cheshire. Trafford is the seventh-most populous district in Greater Manchester.