Welcome to the Maverick USE Exposure Dark Series Oxfordshire . If you enjoy trail running in the daylight then you are in for a real treat running in the dark! It&#x27;s an amazing experience; your senses are heightened, you immerse yourself deep in the surroundings, with your head torch on the trails streak past you at warp speed, you concentrate on making that perfect foot placement so as not to take a tumble.Oxfordshire Dark - why not! Starting and finishing in the Culden Faw Estate which is split by the River Thames and nestled in the Chiltern Hills, this location can only be described as quintessential middle England. We love the Oxfordshire Original Series event, so it was only fitting that we experience this area in the dark. The 3 routes are all set in the estate which is home to fallow deer and wallabies......yep, we have actually seen a wallaby there! All the routes are relatively challenging and with 3 to choose from there is something for everyone.there is distinct possibility you could even be running in the snow! Make sure you start the season strong and put this Dark Series event in your calendar as it&#x27;s going to be a corker!....... And remember - The Darkness Awaits...

Here at Maverick Race we’re all about celebrating the beauty of the British countryside. That’s why we’ve chosen some of the most iconic areas that Blighty has to offer for our trail running series. We’re not elitist though which is why we’ve made them accessible to runners of all levels. With multiple route lengths to choose from in every location, you decide on the challenge!  Our main objective is to get people off the roads and enjoying being outside in the countryside. We just love to run and we hope you will too after experiencing life on the trails. Having experienced many types of events, from 5km club runs through to Ultra Marathons and Ironman Triathlons, we're dedicated to understanding what’s important to you – the runners.

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<ul><li>Fully signed and marshalled route</li><li>Prizes for distance winners (M&amp;F)</li><li>Finisher&#x27;s medal</li><li>Event photography</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Hydration outposts</li><li>Timed, online results</li><li>Food and drink available for purchase</li><li>Baggage drop</li><li>Freedom Brew</li></ul>

Maverick travel to Culden Faw Estate, Oxfordshire for the latest edition of their USE Lights Dark Series. Located in the heart of the Chiltern Hills, the estate is scythed in half by the River Thames. All three routes deliver an incredible backdrop for this already unique event. Not only is the surrounding landscape a sight to behold, but there is also an abundance of local wildlife to keep your eye open for. Given the darkness runners will have to focus on their footing throughout. The route itself will be made obvious with reflective markers.

15:30 Gates Open16:00 Registration Opens16:30 - 17:00 Long Course Starts17:05 - 17:35 Middle Course Starts17:40 - 18:10 Short Course Starts*Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your start window to allow time for registration.

Address: Culden Faw Estate, Dairy Lane, Hambleden, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 3ASCar: There is plenty of free parking available on-site.

<ul>We suggest the following items to bring as the route is tough and quite exposed:<ul><li>Head torch - you must bring this to participate</li><li>Hand sanitiser and face-masks for the venue</li><li>Trail shoes</li><li>Rain jacket</li><li>Mobile run in case of emergency</li><li>Enough food and drink to last the course</li><li>Re-usable cup to help the event remain plastic free</li></ul></ul>

Volunteers are a crucial cog in what makes Maverick one of the best Trail Running company&#x27;s in the UK and they are always looking for more helping hands. Whether you&#x27;re a trail running aficionado or just enjoy event organisation, this could be a great opportunity for you. If you would like to find out more then follow the link here: http://www.maverick-race.com/volunteer

The Maverick Exposure Lights Dark - Oxfordshire

Standard Entry

Junior Entry (16 and Under)

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Maverick&#x27;s Dark Series includes a bespoke medal, a Freedom Lager, and Jimmy&#x27;s Iced Coffee.