Dark Skies - Surrey Hills
Sat, Jan 18, 2025
Denbies Wine Estate., Dorking
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This exciting race in the Wild Night Run series will take participants through a woodland oasis in the Surrey Hills. With 3 races to choose from and a kid's race, this event is perfect for the whole family. Come for a unique night race and family fun.
10 Mile, 10k, 5k, and 2 more
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Sat, Jan 18, 2025
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Dorking, United Kingdom
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Location
Denbies Wine Estate., London Rd, Dorking RH5 6AA, UK
Start times
10 Mile: 5:50 PM10k: 5:30 PM5k: 5:30 PM1k Kid's Race: 4:30 PM2k Kid's Race: 4:30 PM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Dark Skies - Surrey Hills
10 Mile
10mi
£17.50 - £25
10k
10km
£14.70 - £25
5k
5km
£18
1k Kid's Race
1km
£8
10 Mile
10mi
£17.50 - £25
10k
10km
£14.70 - £25
5k
5km
£18
1k Kid's Race
1km
£8
Route information
These woodland night races will take participants through valleys, farmland and Ranmore Common. Each race will start at Denbies Wine Estate, opposite Box Hill Country Park. There will be plenty of hills on the trails so make sure to be prepared to feel the burn. If you fancy there are also Canicross categories for the 10k and 10-mile races making this event perfect for you to bring your four-legged friends along.
What's included
Medals are an optional extra, which can be added during the checkout flow. If you do not opt for a medal a donation to Dorking Area Food Bank will be made instead!
- Fully-marked routes
- Water Stations
- Chip-timed results
- First aid
- Toilets
- Feed stations
How to get there
Denbies Wine Estate., London Rd, Dorking RH5 6AA, UK
Get full directionsBy Train
The closest station to the event site is Dorking train station, but there are 2 other train stations close by including Box Hill and Westhumble and Dorking Deepdene.
It's just a short stretch from these stations down the M25 into the wooded bliss.
Parking
Parking is available for at least 200 cars in the main car park. It is encouraged to car share or to cycle to the event.
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Find your roomEvent day logistics
16:00 - 17:10 Registration opens
16:30 Start of kid’s races
16:50 Finish of kid’s races
17:30 Start of 5k and 10k
17:50 Start of 10 Mile race
19:20 Presentation for 5k & 10k
19:45 Presentation for 10 mile race
20:00 Catering closes
20:30 Cut-off for all races
Race packs
All participants must collect their race number and timing chip from registration no later than 30 minutes before your race start time.
Age Requirements
- 1k or 2k: Participants must be between the ages of 3-12 years old
- 10k: Participants must be 16 years of age or older
- 5k: Participants must be 12 years of age or older
- 10 miles: Participants must be 18 years or older
Mandatory Kit List
- Head torch + Spare batteries
- Long-sleeved top
- Collapsable cup
- Mobile phone
- Waterproof jacket
Recommended Kit List
- Trail or fell shoes are recommended.
- Long-fingered gloves
- Hat
- Long-sleeved waterproof jacket (does not have to be carried)
FAQs
Can I wear headphones while I run at the Dark Skies - Surrey Hills?
No, headphones may not be worn during the race.
How old does my child have to be to take part in the kid's races in the Dark Skies - Surrey Hills?
The kids races are reserved for children under 12.
Are headtorches mandatory at the Dark Skies - Surrey Hills?
Yes, all participants must wear a front-facing head torch. Any extra safety lighting is also welcomed.
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33 Broadwick St, London W1F 0DQ
Reg number 10083277
