One of your most important pieces of kit for a nighttime trail run will be a high-quality head torch. We’re pleased to announce that Chilli Technology is supporting this year’s event and are providing a great pre-event offer on their NEW 800 Lumens CREE Head Torch. If you still need to purchase a head torch or are looking for a higher performance model, then check out their offer, as they can despatch 1st class in time for the event, if ordered soon. Click here for the Duergar Pre Event Deal.
Please wear clothing that you are comfortable running in but also suitable for the weather conditions and also the significant climatic changes that can take place over the duration of the event at this time of year.
- Off-road trainers/trail shoes.
- Headtorch (check this is fully charged)
- Full body cover (either worn or carried) including waterproof jacket
- Mobile phone. It can be a vital lifeline in an emergency.
- Emergency foil space blanket
- Emergency whistle
- Enough fluid/nutrition for a 10 mile run
We rely on you using your own experience and judgement about what additional equipment you may want to bring.
Run Route
The 10 mile course is a single loop that will start from Haugh Car Park (300m from the Jubilee Hall) and finish at the Jubilee Hall in Rothbury. The route follows paths and trails as it climbs the top of Simonside Crag which is almost the midway point then after the short but steep descent from the top of the crags (approach with caution), the route snakes through woodland trails before descending down the trail back into Rothbury. The course will be marshalled as well as having directional signs and tape on course. The trails are a mixture of gravel and trail paths with some rocky sections to negotiate, so please note that appropriate trail shoes must be worn, road running shoes will not be suitable for this event.
Feed Station
There will be one feed station on the course which doubles up as the 2 mile & 7.5 mile distances that will provide water and Scooby snacks.
Run Timing
The event is a non-competitive run and will not use chip timing, however, we will record finish times and will make these available after the event on the website. Please ensure your run number is visible after you cross the finish line. If you drop out of the event at any time after you have registered and collected your run number, then you must go to the nearest checkpoint/marshal or Registration and let them know you are dropping out. We will have a final count of who has finished so if you drop out and don’t notify us then we’ll presume you are missing and a lot of people will start looking for you!
Refreshments at the finish
All finishers can enjoy a complimentary cup of hot spiced wine when you cross the finish line in the Jubilee Hall.
FAQ
Got something on your mind such as what to do it you spot a Duergar? Our FAQ page might have the answer.
