Big Night Out Winchester
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BigNightOut Dark Trails
BigNightOut Dark Trails is a night-time trail run based at Winchester Athletics Track in Winchester, Hampshire. The course is fully signed using fluorescent directional markers and runs on local trails and travellers ways around the city. Runners are required to use a headtorch or chest torch and to carry at least 500 ml of fluid. Participants are advised to wear and carry clothing suitable for winter conditions and to consider a backup torch.
The route uses sections of the South Downs Way and includes a climb to Cheesefoot Head on the longer route. Runners follow trails that run via Fawley and Morestead, pass Deacons Hill, use the Pilgrims Trail, cross St Catherines Hill and return along the Itchen Way to finish at the athletics track. The course is photographed on course and has a well stocked aid station and a bag drop tent at the start and finish area. Arrows on the route can be tampered with, so downloading the GPX file for a wearable device is advised.
Practical details:
- 22 km - £42
- 12 km - £34
Other notes: canicross entries are not accepted, cut off times apply for each distance, and runners may opt for a tree to be planted instead of a finishers medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
