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HUFF 'N' PUFF
ROAD RACE + FUN RUN

Think you can outrun a steam train? Put yourself to the test on Sunday, 25 May in the Huff 'n' Puff Road Race + Family Fun Run!

Returning in 2025, the iconic Huff ‘N Puff Foot Race is back again to challenge competitors racing against an historic steam engine. The Huff ‘N Puff Run will offer two run options with a 6.7km run from Buxton Station to Thirlmere Station, and a 3.5km family fun run from Couridjah Station to Thirlmere Station.

 

Complete your day with FREE entry to the NSW Rail Museum afterwards!
 

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FAMILY FUN RUN

Enjoy an exclusive Steam Train ride from Thirlmere station to Couridjah Station, before disembarking for the Family Fun Run! This 3.7km run back to Thirlmere Station is the perfect entry for beginner runners, families, or those wanting to enjoy a great morning out!

PLUS, all entrants receive Drink Bottle & Ribbon at the finish line!

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ROAD RACE

Want a bigger challenge? Stay onboard and make your way to Buxton station for the Road Race. There disembark, put on your race bib and get your timing chip to race against the steam train all the way back to Thirlmere!

All participants receive a race bib, timing chip, medallion, certificate, and FREE entry into the NSW Rail Museum!

PRIZES
- 1st Place Male & Female : $250 
- 2nd Place Male & Female: $150
- 1st Place Junior Male & Female: $100 

TIME

ACTIVITY

6.00 - 8.00am

Registrations open at Thirlmere Station

8.00am

All aboard! Train departs Thirlmere Station

8.10am

Arrive at Couridjah Station, front 2 carriages disembark for the Family Fun Run

8.15am

Steam train departs Couridjah headed to Buxton for the Road Race

8.30am

Arrive at Buxton and remaining carriages disembark

8.50AM

Road Race Commences from Buxton, while the Fun Run commences from Couridjah at the same time

12.00pm

Huff & Puff Road Race and Family Fun Run events conclude

TIMETABLE

FAMILY FUN RUN

Adult (17+) $40
Child (2-16) $30

Family (2 adults, 2 Children) $140
Team (4 adults) $140

 

Enjoy a leisurely trip from Thirlmere to Couridjah, before putting your race bib on and making your way back to Thirlmere on foot!

 

Afterwards, collect your water bottle and ribbon, and enjoy FREE entry to the NSW Rail Museum!

ROAD RACE

Adult (17+) $60
Child (2-16) $45

Race only (No train ride/museum entry) $40

 

Put yourself to the test in the 6.7km Huff 'n' Puff Road Race! Enjoy a steam train ride from Thirlmere Station to Buxton, then race the very same train back to Thirlmere!

Includes race bib, timing chip, medallion, certificate, and of course FREE entry to the NSW Rail Museum!

SPectator

 $35 Per Person
 

Want to cheer along a friend? Stay onboard and wish them luck from the window of the return train journey!

Includes FREE entry to the NSW Rail Museum after.

Please ensure you have read the Huff N’ Puff Race Information prior to purchasing tickets.
For enquiries, please call Wollondilly Shire Council on 4677 1100.

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