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The Darkness Dash normally takes place in November. It’s a timed run not a race, of about 3 miles. It’s for members only. You can race it, or jog round with others to enjoy simply being on the Common at night. In 2024 it’s on Thursday 14 November; meet from 1900 at Belgrave Hall.
Running at night is an adventure and you should be aware of the hazards. Use of a head torch, chest torch, or carrying a hand torch is compulsory to take part.
If you run regularly on the common and take part in the three-mile handicap, you will probably have run on the paths we will use but they will look different in the dark – you may need to run more slowly.
We advise participants to wear light coloured clothing and to bring a warm fleece or jacket to leave at the start. Please wear trail shoes if you have them, be prepared for slippery conditions, and carry a mobile if you can.
If you do not want to run, please consider helping, as this event needs more helpers than the Windmilers’ daytime events. Please contact Claire on [email protected] to offer to help.
If you’ve not done this type of event before why not give it a try – we promise you’ll love it!