Trail Races & Running Events in Dorset
Trail Races by runners
for runners
White Star Running organises fun, sociable and value-for-money running events.
For runners of all abilities, with no corporate claptrap.
“Races that are tough,
marshals who are friendly,
views that are awesome,
and beer that is cold”
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White Star Running has always been about passion, a passion for running. We love what we do; it’s certainly not a job.
We have a big community of runners of all sorts of abilities, from elites to beginners, from world beaters to casual runners.
A wise woman (my mum) said to me ages ago ‘runner first’, and that’s always been our ethos. We are runners; we listen to our family of runners and work with them to create the races they want
Andy Palmer
We put the fun in running
Our trail race events are family friendly, and sometimes just a bit odd
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The WSR team
Andy Palmer
Boss Hogg
Race Director and chief coffee drinker, Andy’s an ex-postie whose dream was to offer good-value events in wonderful scenery to runners everywhere. Before that he was known to run a bit.
What he doesn’t know about finding the best, most scenic and elevated routes around Dorset isn’t worth knowing.
Favourite race: The next one
Crisp of choice: Gin
Inspiring celeb: Karl Marx
Gemma Wilton
2nd In Command
Working in event management for over 15 years, Gemma takes care of all the behind-the-scenes administration to make race days run smoothly at WSR.
More of a pavement plodder than a keen runner, Gemma’s often found in the gym or out on the water.
Favourite race: Spring Larmer
Crisp of choice: Paprika
Inspiring celeb: Walt Disney
Joanne Weston
Bean Counter
As well as looking after the money, Jo tries to get out on events to marshal or you may even see her running!
When she has nothing else to do, she might post out a few orders from our shop.
Favourite race: The Dark races – I like the twinkly lights
Crisp of choice: Salt and Vinegar
Inspiring celeb: Sir Steve Redgrave
Julie Bassett
Scribbler
A lifelong runner, Julie will give anything a go from parkrun and road races, to ultramarathons and whatever crazy idea WSR comes up with next!
Otherwise, she’s a freelance writer and marketeer, and lucky to count WSR among the great people she gets to work with.
Favourite race: Bad Cow Frolic
Crisp of choice: Gimme chocolate!
Pet hate: Mis’placed apostrophe’s
Dani Dixon
Drawer
Designer extraordinaire, Dani magically turns the team’s visions into our fabulous merchandise and bespoke medals.
Favourite race: GHM – I love the whole weekend; my family and dog can come along, plus I can see tons of friends and meet new ones
Crisp of choice: Salt ‘n’ vinegar
Pet hate: Noisy eaters
Inspiring celeb: Tony Hart
Andy Palmer
Boss Hogg
Race Director and chief coffee drinker, Andy’s an ex-postie whose dream was to offer good-value events in wonderful scenery to runners everywhere. Before that he was known to run a bit.
What he doesn’t know about finding the best, most scenic and elevated routes around Dorset isn’t worth knowing.
Favourite race: The next one
Crisp of choice: Gin
Inspiring celeb: Karl Marx
Gemma Wilton
2nd In Command
Working in event management for over 15 years, Gemma takes care of all the behind-the-scenes administration to make race days run smoothly at WSR.
More of a pavement plodder than a keen runner, Gemma’s often found in the gym or out on the water.
Favourite race: Spring Larmer
Crisp of choice: Paprika
Inspiring celeb: Walt Disney
Julie Bassett
Scribbler
A lifelong runner, Julie will give anything a go from parkrun and road races, to ultramarathons and whatever crazy idea WSR comes up with next!
Otherwise, she’s a freelance writer and marketeer, and lucky to count WSR among the great people she gets to work with.
Favourite race: Bad Cow Frolic
Crisp of choice: Gimme chocolate!
Pet hate: Mis’placed apostrophe’s
Joanne Weston
Bean Counter
As well as looking after the money, Jo tries to get out on events to marshal or you may even see her running!
When she has nothing else to do, she might post out a few orders from our shop.
Favourite race: The Dark races – I like the twinkly lights
Crisp of choice: Salt and Vinegar
Inspiring celeb: Sir Steve Redgrave
Dani Dixon
Drawer
Designer extraordinaire, Dani magically turns the team’s visions into our fabulous merchandise and bespoke medals.
Favourite race: GHM – I love the whole weekend; my family and dog can come along, plus I can see tons of friends and meet new ones
Crisp of choice: Salt ‘n’ vinegar
Pet hate: Noisy eaters
Inspiring celeb: Tony Hart
