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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 off-road running event held at The Wyre Forest, Callow Hill Visitor Centre. Participants tackle a 10km course consisting of two laps around forest tracks and trails, all run in the dark, making torches compulsory. The race welcomes runners aged 14 and above and allows canicross participation.

The event features male and female categories with prizes for the top three finishers in each. All finishers receive a medal and goodies. Facilities include toilets and a self-service water refill station at the halfway point.

The event limits entries to 200 runners to maintain an intimate atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Kidderminster

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10 km

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

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