Dunkertons 5K Night Trail
5K night trail race at Dowdeswell Park in Cheltenham, with runners using head torches to tackle a dark course of climbs and winding trails.
| Date | Wednesday 21st October, 2026 |
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| Distance | 5K |
| Terrain | Trail |
| Course Profile | Hilly |
| Location | Dowdeswell Park |
| Town/City | Cheltenham |
| Area | Gloucestershire |
| Start postcode | GL52 6UT |
| Start time | 7:00pm |
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The Well Run X Dunkertons 5K Night Trail brings an evening of trail running to Dowdeswell Park in Cheltenham. Starting after dark, runners take to the trails by head torch, with Dunkertons serving as the race headquarters and a social base for the event.
The 5K route sends runners weaving and climbing through the park's trails in darkness, adding an extra challenge to the off road course. Open to runners aged 16 and over, the event is designed to welcome a wide range of abilities while providing a distinctive alternative to a conventional daytime 5K.
The event places a strong emphasis on a friendly and inclusive running community, with refreshments available from Dunkertons around the race. Prizes are awarded to the first three male and female finishers, rounding off an atmospheric evening of trail running in the Cheltenham countryside.
