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Event #1 Winter Trail Run Series

Willesden Farms - Kaituna Valley

Countdown to Event #1 - Willesden Farms - Kaituna Valley - 24th May 2026

Just 30 minutes from Christchurch, Willesden Farms at Kaituna Valley delivers a spectacular Banks Peninsula trail experience shaped by ancient volcanic landscapes, rolling ridgelines, and hidden pockets of native bush. Starting low in the valley, the course climbs steadily through trees and open hill country before bursting onto exposed ridges with sweeping views across Kaitorete Spit, down the coast towards Timaru and over to the Canterbury foothills. Technical in places, flowing in others, and constantly changing, this venue offers a true test of strength and skill — and the perfect stage to launch the series.

Complete all four events in the Winter Trail Run Series to be eligible for series awards, presented to the top three male and female finishers in each age group and distance.

Registration fees

Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.

Junior Slope Sprint (5–7km)

Registration closes in 6 days 21 hours

  • The Junior category is open to participants aged 8–19 years (must be 19 or younger on the day of individual event. Photo ID may be checked at registration. To be eligible for the series award your age category is your age on the day of the last event.) Participants aged 8–12 years may compete in the Slope Sprint only and must be accompanied by a supervising adult. Junior entries are offered at a reduced entry fee to help encourage and support young people to enjoy trail running

    1. NZ$35.00

      Early Bird

      Jan 14 – Mar 29
    2. NZ$40.00

      Standard

      Mar 30 – Apr 26
    3. NZ$45.00

      Late

      Apr 27 – May 12
    4. NZ$50.00
      Now registering May 13 – May 19
      Register for this event only for Junior Slope Sprint (5–7km)

Adult Slope Sprint (5–7km)

Registration closes in 6 days 21 hours

Junior Midi Mountains (9–12km)

Registration closes in 6 days 21 hours

  • The Junior category is open to participants aged 13–19 years (must be 19 or younger on the day of individual event. Photo ID may be checked at registration. To be eligible for the series award your age category is your age on the day of the last event.) Junior entries are offered at a reduced entry fee to help encourage and support young people to enjoy trail running

    1. NZ$45.00

      Early Bird

      Jan 14 – Mar 29
    2. NZ$50.00

      Standard

      Mar 30 – Apr 26
    3. NZ$55.00

      Late

      Apr 27 – May 12
    4. NZ$60.00
      Now registering May 13 – May 19
      Register for this event only for Junior Midi Mountains (9–12km)

Adult Midi Mountains (9–12km)

Registration closes in 6 days 21 hours

Junior Epic Endurance (19–23km)

Registration closes in 6 days 21 hours

  • The Junior category is open to participants aged 13–19 years (must be 19 or younger on the day of individual event. Photo ID may be checked at registration. To be eligible for the series award your age category is your age on the day of the last event.) Junior entries are offered at a reduced entry fee to help encourage and support young people to enjoy trail running

    1. NZ$55.00

      Early Bird

      Jan 14 – Mar 29
    2. NZ$60.00

      Standard

      Mar 30 – Apr 26
    3. NZ$65.00

      Late

      Apr 27 – May 12
    4. NZ$70.00
      Now registering May 13 – May 19
      Register for this event only for Junior Epic Endurance (19–23km)

Adult Epic Endurance (19–23km)

Registration closes in 6 days 21 hours

Event schedule

  • Sun, May 24, 2026 7:30 am - Registration/Race pack pick up opens (No on the day entries available)
  • Sun, May 24, 2026 8:45 am - Registration closes for Endurance Epic Run and Midi Mountains events
  • Sun, May 24, 2026 8:50 am - Course briefing for Endurance Epic and Midi Mountains at start line (Compulsory)
  • Sun, May 24, 2026 9:00 am - Start time of Endurance Epic Run and Midi Mountains
  • Sun, May 24, 2026 9:45 am - Registration closes for Slope Sprint event
  • Sun, May 24, 2026 9:50 am - Course briefing for Slope Sprint at start line (Compulsory)
  • Sun, May 24, 2026 10:00 am - Start time of Slope Sprint event
  • Sun, May 24, 2026 3:00 pm - Last finishers expected
  • Sun, May 24, 2026 3:30 pm - Event village closes

Contact information

Event contact
Winter Trail Run Series | info@wintertrails.co.nz
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