Shires and Spires Clockwise 2026

Picture this. You’re stood at the starting line of the race of your life. The calm of the beautiful village that surrounds you can’t hide the apprehension in the air at what is about to come.

But hey, you’re about to run. Some further than others, but the thrill is the same for everyone. And you realise that running is just that – running!

You’re about to take part in Shires & Spires, a five-distance circular event that has something for everyone. The event features a mixture of trails and roads over 10k (roads), half-marathon, three-quarter marathon (new in 2025 for anti clockwise!), marathon and ultra marathon distances.

All the race options start and finish at Naseby Village Hall, nestled at the heart of the quaint village of Naseby – made famous as the home of the Battle of Naseby in 1645