FOXTRAIL WINTER RUNNING SERIES,
RACE TWO 10K NIGHT RUN
Overview
Race two is something special…it’s in the dark, and its Saltire themed! This is a new and exciting way to celebrate Saltire Week. East Lothian Council are supporting the night time 10K as part of Saltire Week. With a party atmosphere during and after the race this is a 10K like no other! Why not get involved with our blue and white theme or add a splash of tartan to your usual running attire. Look forward to the woods being lit up blue and white and banging music as you pass HQ at the mid point.
The Boardside cafe will be open with some Scottish treats for hungry runners and spectators!
It’s time to don the head torch and join the ranks of over 200 runners under the stars as you meander through trails surrounding Foxtrail HQ.
Route Description
The route is made up of a 5K loop that will be run twice, giving runners the opportunity to check in at HQ and be spurred on by some banging tunes and FoxTrail supporters, this is also a good opportunity to challenge your first 5K split time. As this route is in the dark you will need to keep your wits about you. The route is mostly farm trails and woodland areas so the terrain will be loose gravel and grass underfoot, and it wouldn’t be FoxTrail without getting a bit wet in our water splash! This route will be more heavily marshalled than the daytime routes and signage will be in more detail. Despite this it is still important to study the route map prior to the race. This route is many a FoxTrail runner’s favourite race, and with the addition of the Saltire theme this will be one to remember!
Extra kit will be necessary for this race, see the Kit List section for more details.
Entry fee £20 // £110 for full 6 race series entry
Full Price after Early Bird ends- £20
10K Race Route
10K Race Route
Race Route; TBC
Terrain
Please note that there will be a mixture of different and challenging terrain on the route and conditions will be muddy, soft and very slippy in areas. As this race is in the dark a head torch is mandatory and we would recommend using trail running shoes for the race.
Race timetable
Race timetable
| Race Registration | 7pm – 7.45pm |
| Race Brief | 7.45pm |
| Race Start | 8pm |
Parking
Parking will be located within the Foxlake car park and overflow car park. Please follow the link below for detailed instructions on how to get to Foxlake;
Water Station
Water Station
/Refreshments
There are no water stations for this race, although you will be passing HQ at the halfway point if you’d like to grab your bottle. Free Tea or Coffee with a biscuit, will be provided after the race.
What's Included
Whats Included
All runners will receive their race number and safety pins at registration. And tea/coffee and biscuits after the race. Runners who complete all 6 races will receive a memento for their achievement!
This race has the added extra of the Saltire theme and all that it entails!
Route Marshalling
Route Marshaling/ Marking
All routes are way marked with tape and signposts, and marshals will be situated at key points in the race. This race will be more heavily way marked to keep you on track in the dark of the woods!
Please remember to double check the route map before the race start.
Final route maps can be found on the race info pages released prior to the event day.
Insurance
Insurance
The FoxTrail Winter Running Series is covered by event/public Liability Insurance. All racers and spectators that attend the event and participate at their own risk.
Prizes/Medals
Prizes/ Medals
The top three men and women in each race will receive our coveted handmade medals and a goodie bag with prizes from our generous sponsors.
The overall series winner will be announced on the final race day, to be eligible for the series winner award you must enter at least 4 of the 6 events. For those who are entering the full series, your top 4 rankings will be the ones to count.
A veteran’s series winner for 55yrs and over will be announced at the final race only, so definitely not one to miss!
There will also be sponsored spot prizes given out on race days.
Medical
Medicals
If you need medical assistance during a race our marshals will have first aid kits and a radio/mobile phones. The majority of marshals are also qualified first aiders.
The race start/finish area will also have first aid provisions and first aid qualified staff.
In case of emergency please carry with you a mobile phone, an emergency procedure will be emailed out closer to the date of the race. If you have any concerns regarding your health prior to any FoxTrail race, we would ask that you consult your GP before proceeding.
Withdrawal/Deferral
Within the period two weeks prior to any given event, runners will not be allowed to withdraw from the race and a deferral will be offered for the following year only.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
In the event of extreme weather the race may be cancelled due to safety concerns for the runners. Regrettably, we are unable to offer a reserve date for the Night Time events. Therefor we will refund the race entry fee or transfer entries to next years event should we have to cancel the race.
Transport
Transport
Wherever possible, please share transport to and from the event with other runners and help us reduce the carbon footprint of our events.
A train from Edinburgh is available to/from Dunbar train station and then via bus (East Linton bound buses, ask for Foxlake Adventures) or a taxi. Bus times are infrequent: a taxi may be more suited to race times.
Train Times
Edin 1805– Dunbar 1824
Dunbar 2141– Edin 2208 OR Dunbar 2149– Edin 2214
Local Taxi Firm
Torrance Taxis: 01368862612
Kit List
Kit List
Trainers/trail running shoes recommended. Both a good quality running specific head torch and a mobile phone are mandatory pieces of kit for this event. We also recommend taking a small handheld torch as a backup and a whistle in case of injury.
Running clothing suitable to weather conditions – remember this is a winter event series so warm clothing for after the race will be needed.
FOXTRAIL WINTER RUNNING SERIES RESULTS 2016/17 & 2017/18
Check out last years runners results for this race…
Could YOU be this years champ? Or could you beat your previous time? Only one way to find out!