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Darkwood Demon

Name: Darkwood Demon
Start: 2026-09-13
End: 2026-09-13
Location: Linthwaite

Linthwaite, United Kingdom • 13 Sep 2026

Darkwood Demon

Darkwood Demon is a single-lap trail race in the Colne Valley near Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, held on Sunday 13th September 2026. The course covers 6.0 miles (about 9.7 km) with approximately 990 feet / 300 metres of ascent and a mix of surfaces: towpath, bridleway, moorland, bogs, woodland and road. The route includes a climb up Slaithwaite Moor to Cupwith followed by a fast descent to the finish at Zapato Brewery.

The course is 85% trail and 15% road, fully marshalled and waymarked so navigation is not required. There are no kit requirements, but trail shoes are strongly recommended. The event is organised by Slaithwaite Striders RC and will be held under UK Athletics rules.

Entry is limited to 250 places. Entry fees are listed as £8.00 for affiliated runners and £10.00 for unaffiliated runners; entry on the day may be available for an extra £1 if the event has not sold out. Minimum age for entrants is 16. Race licence status is pending and the event is not suitable for wheelchairs.

Facilities at Race HQ, Zapato Brewery, include free on-site parking, toilets and water. There are no changing facilities, showers, baggage storage or distance markers. Trophies and prizes are awarded for top finishers and age categories. Current course records are Male 36:58 and Female 47:56. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Linthwaite

Race information

Registration

10 km

Darkwood Demon

6 mi

Darkwood Demon

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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