Shropshire Historic 50K

We delighted to introduce the brand new Shropshire Historic 50k - the third race in our Shropshire 50 series.

This brand new race starts in Telford Town Park and takes in some of Shropshire most iconic historical sites on a beautiful route to Shrewsbury. 

Historical sites include: The Silkin Way, Ironbridge, Buildwas Abbey, Much Wenlock Abbey, Wroxeter Roman City, Attingham Park, Shrewsbury Abbey and Shrewsbury Castle. 

What's also included:

- Special segment medal (also complete the Church Stretton 50K and Shrewsbury 50K to link the medals) 

- Professional chip timing

- 5 Nutrition stations on the route

- Officially measured routes

- Free photo downloads

- Technical running T-shirt Please note this is at an additional cost.

Complete the series

New for 2026 - complete Historic Shropshire 50K,  the Church Stretton 50K (Shrewsbury to Church Stretton) and the Shrewsbury 50K (Church Stretton to Shrewsbury) and receive a special medal. 

LOCATION

Start Line - Telford Town Park (next to the visitors centre)

Finish Line - Shrewsbury Quarry (next to Hercules statue)