FOXTRAIL WINTER RUNNING SERIES,
NOCTURNAL ULTRA
Overview
DRUM ROLL PLEASE……..Nocturnal Ultra Marathon is BACK for winter 2019!!!
For those new to Nocturnal Ultra Marathon, the format is simple; 5km loop. 6 hours. Furthest distance wins. All under darkness, through the December night. The Nocturnal 5km loop winds through the Hedderwick Hill farm, along our undulating forest trails and on to parts of the John Muir Trail and Tyne estuary. Expect Fireworks, music, illuminated woodland and a few surprises along the route. Nocturnal Race HQ (Foxlake Adventures) forms the focal point of the event with the race route passing through the main event marquee and where the majority of spectators, relay teams and finishers will be found supporting friends and family, lap after lap. The Nocturnal is a friendly, inclusive and unique Ultra Marathon where everyone from elite club runners to first time relay runners rub shoulders on the start line. Whether you are aiming for 70km or 17km the Nocturnal will have something for everyone.
EARLY BIRD SOLO ENTRY FEE £45.00 //
EARLY BIRD RELAY FEE £65.00 //
FULL PRICE AFTER EARLY BIRD ENDS- £50.00//£70.00
Early bird closes on 10th September 2019
*3 RUNNERS TO A RELAY TEAM. MALE, FEMALE AND MIXED CATEGORIES*
NOCTURNAL ULTRA RACE ROUTE
Race Route
Terrain
Please note that there will be a mixture of different and challenging terrain on from woodland trails, farm tracks and sandy paths. As this is a night race visibility will be restricted compared to daylight racing therefore, a reliable pair of trail running shoes will be necessary for the race.
Race timetable
Race timetable
| Race Registration | 1500 – 1545 |
| Race Brief | 1545 |
| Race Start
Race Finish Prize Giving |
16.00
22.00 22.30 |
Parking
Aid Station
Water Station
/Refreshments
The Aid Station will be located at the 5km mark in the Marquee, the runners will pass through the marquee every 5km and will have access to the water/aid at any time during the six hours. Our lovely sponsors Active Roots will be helping us stock the Aid stations and there will be plenty of sweet and savoury bites to keep the field energised throughout the race.
What's Included
Whats Included
All runners will receive their race number, race timing chip and safety pins at registration. And Soup and savoury bites after the race.
All finishers will receive a handmade medal after the race. Podium medals will be presented to the top three men and top three women. Relay teams will be awarded first place only for the top male team, female team, and mixed team. More information will be released on the perks of the marquee closer to the time…expect music, warmth, food, and potentially even a massage corner!
Route Marshalling
Route Marshaling/ Marking
The route will be way marked with tape and signposts, and marshals will be situated at key points in the race.
Please remember to double check the route map before the race start, as this is a night event it is crucial you stick to the way-marked route to avoid getting lost.
A final route map will be 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
All runners will receive a finishers medal upon completion of the event. The Nocturnal Ultra will use chip timing to record the number of laps completed by an individual/relay team.
Medical
Medical
Race marshals will have minor first aid kits and a radio mobile phone if further assistance is required, 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.
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. Therefore, we will refund the race entry fee or transfer entries to next years event should we have to cancel the race.
For participants/teams looking to withdraw from the race or defer entry, the last date we can accept any request is the 16th of November 2019.
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 transport to Foxlake Adventures is available via taxi or bus.
Train times
Edin 0707 – Dunbar 0727
Dunbar 1105- Edin 1137 OR Dunbar 1138 – Edin 1205
Local Taxi Firm
Torrance Taxis: 01368862612
Kit List
Kit List
Trail running shoes recommended to cope with terrain.
As this is a night time event a good running/walking style head torch is mandatory. Please ensure you carry spare batteries/fully charge the head torch prior to the race. We also advise you train with the head torch to become accustomed to the focus point of the light, the weight/feel of it, and predicting the ground surface. Running with a head torch is a skill that is best mastered before the race!
As you will loop through HQ every 5km you may wish to bring a change of kit with you for during the race.
Warm clothing for after the event – remember this is a winter event series and as the race will be finishing at 2200 it will be cold!