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XTERRA Trail Run World Championship heading to the UK in 2025

Jonathan Turner
News Director
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Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) has been selected as the host venue for the 2025 XTERRA Trail Run World Championship which will take place on July 12-13.

The off-road competition will unite trail runners qualified through XTERRA Trail Run World Series events worldwide, competing in the Trail Marathon and Half Marathon distances for a $10,000 prize purse and the title of 2025 XTERRA Trail Run World Champion.

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Trail running celebration

It will be 16th edition and continue the tradition of showcasing top-tier trail running in some of the most scenic and challenging terrains globally. Snowdonia offers a majestic backdrop for the event, known for its rugged landscapes and outdoor sports heritage.

The weekend will not only feature competitive races but will also include a series of community and family-oriented activities. The event aims to provide an inclusive experience that celebrates trail running, community engagement, and the natural beauty of the host location.

It builds on XTERRA Snowdonia Eryri which has been a key XTERRA event for three years and now becomes the climax of the 2025 trail running season.

Tough challenge

The 44km trail marathon is one of the pinnacles of UK trail running. It features 1,685 metres of ascent, circling and summiting Yr Wyddfa (Mt. Snowdon) on a route through some of the most scenic and historic sites in the region.

Doug Hall, XTERRA EMEA General Manager, said: “We’re so excited to be delivering the XTERRA Trail Run World Championship to Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) for 2025.

“The region is outstandingly beautiful, the community is welcoming, and the races are more than tough enough to challenge the very best on the planet over our World Championship distances.”

XTERRA Eryri will hosts the Trail World Championships in 2025
[Photo credit: XTERRA]
Jonathan Turner
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Jonathan Turner
Jonathan Turner is News Director for both TRI247 and RUN247, and is accustomed to big-name interviews, breaking news stories and providing unrivalled coverage for endurance sports.  

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