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July the Turd

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Coalport, West Midlands, United Kingdom

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About the Event

Take on a brilliantly quirky and challenging multi-lap race in the historic Ironbridge Gorge. July the Turd returns on Saturday, 4th July 2026, offering a fun-filled choice of 8-mile, 16-mile, or full marathon distances starting from The Unicorn Inn in Little Dawley. This unique event combines a mix of tracks, paths, and quiet roads on a lapped course through the picturesque Shropshire valley, promising a rewarding day out with a famously "poo" themed finisher's medal. With a friendly, no-fuss atmosphere and on-site parking, it's the perfect summer challenge for runners who don't take themselves too seriously but still love a good distance. Choose your lap, earn your bling, and join the fun.

Races Offered

14 Mile

Jul 04, 2026

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Distance — 22.5K

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7 Mile

Jul 04, 2026

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Distance — 11.3K

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Marathon

Jul 04, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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09:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Coalport.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 12.6° / 20.7°

wb_sunny 10.6° / 18.2°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 14.1 /

water_drop 74.1%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 12.6° / 20.7°

wb_sunny 10.6° / 18.2°

air 14.1 km/h

water_drop 74.1%

About Coalport

Learn more about the host city, Coalport.

Coalport is a village in Shropshire, England. It is located on the River Severn in the Ironbridge Gorge, a mile downstream of Ironbridge. It lies predominantly on the north bank of the river; on the other side is Jackfield. It forms part of the civil parish of the Gorge and is the south-eastern corner of the borough of Telford and Wrekin.