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Tarmac Twister Trail

Chelmsford, United Kingdom • 15 Oct 2025

Event overview

The Tarmac Twister Trail takes place on 15 October 2025 and is organised by Essex Trail Events. The route is approximately 6 miles and the minimum age is 16. The event holds TRA permit 7706. It is a self-navigation trail race using a written route description that will be issued on the night. The course is on tarmac and other hard surfaces and is street lit. Participants must carry a head or hand torch to read the instructions because there are no route markings or marshals. The event is not a mass start; entrants may take part individually or in groups. Participants will be timed out and back in at the finish.

Entries and facilities

There are 120 places available. Entry fees are £12 for athletes affiliated to UKA and £14 for unaffiliated athletes. Online entries close on 8 October 2025 or when the event is full. A service fee of 4% (minimum 50p) applies to sign-ups. Race headquarters is at Springfield Cricket Club, Coronation Park, Timsons Lane, Chelmsford CM2 6AF. The venue has ample parking, a fully licensed bar, and toilet facilities. Results will be posted on essextrailevents.com. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East of England Chelmsford

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