The Maverick Dark Oxfordshire Trail

Event Overview

The Maverick Dark Oxfordshire Trail is a nighttime trail running event that takes place on the estate of Stonor Park in the Chiltern Hills, near Henley-on-Thames. The courses start and finish at Stonor Park.

Routes and Distance

Three trail running routes are available within the Stonor Park estate:

• Long: 17 km with +494 m of elevation gain.
• Middle: 13 km with +361 m of elevation gain.
• Short: 7 km with +100 m of elevation gain.

All participants are asked to finish their run by 7:30 PM. The estate is home to fallow deer and wallabies.

Event Details and Requirements

The event is part of a plastic-free initiative. Participants must bring a reusable cup or bottle to use at the self-serve water barrels on the course.

• A headtorch or chest torch is required.
• The Short route has no outpost (aid station).
• The Middle and Long routes each have one outpost offering water, sweet and savoury snacks, gels, and electrolyte.
• No toilets are available along the run routes, only in the start/finish area.
• Headphones are not permitted during the event.
• Dogs are not permitted at this event.
• Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a participating adult.

Included with Entry

Entry includes free parking, a fully marked and timed course, online results, event photography, a bag drop area, and a metal finisher's medal. Food and drink are available for purchase at the event site. An online entry discount is available for entering three or more races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.