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Green Mile Night Marathon

Name: Green Mile Night Marathon
Start: 2024-11-02
End: 2024-11-02
Location: Dorchester

Dorchester, United Kingdom • 2 Nov 2024

The Green Mile Night Marathon is a unique running event taking place at the former HMP Dorchester, making it the only marathon held entirely within a prison. Scheduled for November 2, 2024, this event features both a day marathon and a spooky night edition, allowing participants to choose between running in daylight or darkness. Head torches are required, and the atmosphere is enhanced with dim lighting to create a thrilling experience.

Entry fees vary for affiliated and non-affiliated runners, and discounts are available for those participating in multiple events within the series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Dorchester

Race information

Website Registration

26 mi

Day Marathon

26 mi

Night Marathon

26 mi

The Long Stretch (both Marathons)

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

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