TrailFest - Salcey Forest
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TrailFest - Salcey Forest
TrailFest - Salcey Forest is a single-day, multi-distance trail running event held at Salcey Forest (NN7 2HX) in the United Kingdom. The event offers the following distances:
- 10K
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- 50 km
Most routes share similar sections of the forest and use well maintained pathways. There is no asphalt on the course except for two road crossings on the longer routes. Surface types are mainly crushed stone or well trodden forest floor. The ground is typically firm with a thick canopy; wet conditions can make sections sticky and slippery. All courses are fully marked and plotted GPX files are provided as a backup.
There is no mandatory kit list and there will be no kit checks. The event operates a cupless system: aid stations provide no disposable cups, so runners should bring a cup or bottle. Suggested items to carry include bottles, a collapsible cup, a foil blanket and a mobile phone. Crew are permitted for longer events but pacers are not allowed to run alongside participants except in the final 100 metres. Spectators are welcome and there is a large grass area near the event HQ for gazebos with prior notice.
Salcey Forest is a Forestry England site with a café and toilets. Parking requires payment at the site, typically between £3.80 and £9. Entry uses tiered pricing with lower fees before 27/05/2027 and an additional £2 charge for unaffiliated entrants. All finishers receive a medal and a choice of Big Bear drink. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
