Chopwell Woods Christmas Trail Races
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CHOPWELL WOODS CHRISTMAS TRAIL RACES
The event takes place at Chopwell Woods, Rowlands Gill, Gateshead, a 360 hectare mixed woodland managed by Forestry England. The site includes a what3words location of ///music.layers.feasting.
Event distances:
- Family 1 Mile (ages 3-11, adult runs free with child)
- 4 Mile (ages 11+)
- 8 Mile (ages 16+)
The 4 Mile and 8 Mile routes are canicross friendly with one controlled dog per runner; the Family Mile is not canicross friendly. Route maps are provided for each distance.
Live chip timing is provided by Timing Up North. All finishers of the 4 and 8 Mile runs receive an event medal, event merchandise, mince pies, chocolates and a drink. Family Mile finishers receive an event medal, a drink and a selection box.
An event T-shirt is available for purchase for £14 at entry. There is free on-site parking but spaces are very limited. SCOTT Sports will offer a shoe demo at the event with demo pairs available on a first-come, first-served basis. The event supports the Daft As A Brush charity and donations can be made during entry. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
