Big Night Out Winchester

Event overview

Big Night Out Winchester is a night-time trail running event starting and finishing at Winchester Athletics Track, Bar End, SO23 0QA. The course is fully signed using fluorescent directional markers and is run by torchlight; runners are required to carry a headtorch or chest torch and at least 500 ml of fluid. Race bibs are collected from the registration tent on site. A bag drop tent will be available at the start/finish area. Runners can opt to have a tree planted instead of receiving a finishers medal.

Distances

• 22 km - £38
• 12 km - £32

Course and logistics

Runners leave the track and follow the South Downs Way. The longer route climbs to Cheesefoot Head, continues over Fawley down towards Morestead, completes a circular loop, then returns down Cheesefoot Head and across MOD land at Deacons Hill. From there both distances join the Pilgrims Trail, pass towards St Catherines Hill, then follow the Itchen Way alongside the river back to the track. Organisers advise downloading the GPX file onto a watch or mobile device as arrows can be tampered with. Registration opens on site and bib collection takes place at the registration tent. Car parking is at East Winchester, Barfield Park & Ride, SO23 9PH and is free after 16:00. Cut-off times are 3.5 hours for the 22 km and 3 hours for the 12 km. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.