Storm the Fort - Brean

Storm the Fort - Brean

Storm the Fort is a night trail running event on Brean Down, Brean, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, held on 16th January 2027 as part of the Dark Skies Series. The venue sits on a ridge that projects into the Bristol Channel and the course includes sections that enter the old fort buildings.

Distances offered:

• 5 km lap on traffic-free trails and tracks
• 10 km race consisting of two 5 km laps

The route uses good trails and tracks but includes a couple of short climbs onto the down, a steep climb onto the ridge, and one short technical section before the descent to the finish. The route is way marked with reflective markers.

Entries open 1st March 2026. Online entries close three days before the event. Entry fee is listed from £20.00 plus a booking fee; a series entry and optional wooden finisher medal are also available and medals go off sale eight days before the event.

Safety and practical details: all entrants must wear a head or chest torch rated at least 250 lumens; trail running shoes are strongly advised; headphones are not permitted. Runners under 16 must be accompanied by a supervising adult; 16-17 year olds may run solo with parental consent. First aiders will be on site and on the route. Water is available at the event hub and finish; participants should bring a drinking vessel as events are cupless. Toilets are available near the cafe. Parking is in the National Trust car park or overflow car park; both require payment and the overflow may be cash only.

A final details email and a short safety briefing will be provided before the event. An automated camera linked to a laser will capture finish photos and finishers who opted for a medal collect it at check-in. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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