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Name: DirtRun In The Dark
Start: 2025-11-12
End: 2025-11-12
Location: Kidderminster

Kidderminster, United Kingdom • 12 Nov 2025

DirtRun In The Dark is an exciting 10km off-road running event set in the scenic Wyre Forest at the Callow Hill Visitor Centre. Participants will navigate a two-lap course under the cover of darkness, making headlamps or torches a mandatory requirement. The event welcomes runners aged 14 and above, and includes categories for both male and female competitors, with prizes awarded to the top three finishers in each category.

All participants will receive a medal and finish goodies. The event promotes sustainability with a self-service water refill station to minimize waste. Registration is limited to 200 runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Kidderminster

Race information

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10 km

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

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