Ashdown Forest 10 Mile Trail Race — Brutal Hills, Steep Climbs, and Pure Suffering

I headed to Pippingford Park fully prepared for a classic mud‑fest: deep mud, slippery trails, and ten miles of pure chaos. But the Ashdown Forest Trail Series had other plans. Instead of mud, I was hit with something far worse — a brutal climb that completely broke my expectations. This 10‑mile trail race pushed me harder than almost anything I’ve done. Relentless hills, technical terrain, and a surprise 35% incline that nearly finished me off. If you love trail running, race challenges, or watching someone fight for every step, this one delivers. Join me on the course as I battle one of the toughest trail runs in the Ashdown Forest — and find out what made this race so unbelievably hard. Race Day : 20th July 2025 Location: Pippingford Park, Ashdown Forest Become a casual strider! 🏃‍♂️💨 Please like and subscribe for more videos! 🔔 I would also love to hear your thoughts and your experiences. 00:00 - Intro 00:57 - Start 02:59 - 3.5km 03:47 - THE HILL FROM HELL! 04:27 - 8km (HALFWAY) 05:44 - 10.5km 06:39 - TMI! 08:40 - Official Pics 09:45 - Final Stretch 10:37 - Summary #10mile #running #casualrunner #crosscountry #runningevent