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The Chopwell Gambit

Chopwell Wood, United Kingdom • 10 May 2026

Event Overview

The Chopwell Gambit is a 10 km trail running event. It will be held in Chopwell Woods in North-East England. This is the first event organized by TwistedTrails.

The Race Concept

This race has a unique format with a flexible start time. Participants can begin their run at any time after 10:30 am. Everyone must finish by 12:00 noon for their time to count. The last person to start is the winner, making strategic timing a key part of the event.

Event Logistics

The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association. The minimum age for participation is 16 years old. Entry fees are £22.00 for affiliated runners and £24.00 for non-affiliated runners. Entries open on Thursday 5th February 2026 and close on Saturday 9th May 2026.

Participants are asked to arrive by 10:00 am for registration and a race briefing. Parking is available at the venue. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North East (England) Chopwell Wood

Race information

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10 km
The Chopwell Gambit
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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