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Dark Horse Trail

Chelmsford, United Kingdom • 21 Jan 2026

Event overview

The Dark Horse Trail is a trail race held on 21 January 2026. The course is approximately 5 miles. Minimum age for participants is 16 years. Entries are limited to 60 participants. The event has TRA Permit 7902. Race headquarters are at the pub at Horse and Groom, Horse and Groom Lane, Galleywood Common, Chelmsford CM2 8PL. Results will be posted on essextrailevents.com.

Course, navigation and timing

This is a self-navigation trail race using a written route description that will be issued on the day. There are no course markings or marshals and no GPX file will be provided. The event is not a mass start. Participants will be timed out and back in at the finish.

Entry, fees and rules

Entry fees are £12 for affiliated runners and £14 for unaffiliated runners, plus a booking fee. The service fee is 4% per sign-up with a minimum charge of 50p. Entry includes a sausage or veggie burger and chips. The closing date for entries is 14 January 2026. No refunds will be given. It is possible to book more than once in one name for friends, but full details and consent for each person entered must be provided before the closing date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East of England Chelmsford

Race information

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5 mi
Approx 5 Miles
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