Storm the Fort - Brean
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About the race
Storm the Fort is a night trail running event on 16th January 2027 at Brean Down, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset (TA8 2RS). It is part of the Dark Skies Series and has received a triple gold award in that series.
The event offers these distance options:
- 5 km lap on Brean Down
- 10 km completed as two laps of the 5 km course
The route runs on trails and tracks along the ridge of Brean Down and includes sections that enter the old fort buildings. Runners will encounter a few climbs to reach the down, a short technical climb to the main ridge, and a descent back to the finish. The course is waymarked and uses reflective markers.
Safety and event services are described as follows. All runners must wear a head or chest torch with at least 250 lumens. Trail running shoes are strongly advised. Headphones are not permitted. Runners under 16 must be accompanied by a supervising adult; 16 to 17 year olds may run solo with parental consent. First aiders will be on site and along the route. Water is available at the event hub and finish line; entrants should bring a drinking vessel. A cafe and toilets are located at the event hub. Parking is in the National Trust car park or overflow car park; the overflow car park accepts cash only.
Entry options include individual events and the whole series. Individual entry and series fees, medal cost, and entry deadlines are published by the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
