5K Valentines Self Navigational Trail Run

Kelvedon Hatch, United Kingdom • 14 Feb 2026

5K Valentines self navigational Trail Run

This is a 5K self navigational trail run held on 14 February at Nuclear Essex in Brentwood, Essex. The event is organised to raise money for the British Heart Foundation and is open to participants aged 7 and above. The run is expected to take approximately one hour.

Participants receive a navigation route with checkpoints placed around the course. Runners must locate the checkpoints and complete the course using the provided route. Under 16 year olds must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Practical details include a recommendation to wear trail trainers and to wear something red to show support. On completion, participants are offered hot chocolate and Jammie Dodgers. Facilities listed for the event include hot washdowns and changing rooms.

The listed entry fee is £13.50, which includes the booking fee. The format emphasises independent navigation on a marked trail route with checkpoint verification and a short post run refreshment provision. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
5k Valentines Self Navigational Trail Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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