Dirt Run Irchester Country Park - Round 1
Irchester, United Kingdom • 18 Jan 2026
Event overview
Dirt Run is a two-round multi-terrain trail running event in Northamptonshire. Round 1 takes place at Irchester Country Park (Gipsy Lane, Irchester, NN29 7DL) and Round 2 at Brigstock Country Park / Fermyn Woods (Lyveden Rd, Brigstock, NN14 3HS). The 2026 dates are Sunday 18 January for Round 1 and Sunday 22 February for Round 2. The Irchester route is being run in the uphill direction this year, opposite to 2025.
Race details
- Round 1 distances: 5 km, 10 km, 15 km
- Round 2 distances: 7.5 km, 15 km
Round 1 uses a single course with lap format: 5 km is one lap, 10 km is two laps, and 15 km is three laps. Round 2 courses are single-lap routes; the 15 km route extends to Wadenhoe and the 7.5 km is an out-and-back loop. The terrain includes trails, paths, some road sections, and a prominent hill near the start area. Water is provided for 10 km and 15 km runners close to the start/finish area. Toilets are available in the country parks. Finishers receive a custom medal, with a separate design and ribbon colour for each round and distance.
Parking is available at both country parks with possible charges; additional parking options are noted for each round. Trail shoes are recommended. Small-item storage is provided at registration but is unsecured and large bags cannot be accommodated. Entry fees are listed per distance, with both online and cash-on-the-day pricing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.