Dark Dorset 10
From Tricounties Trail Running
- Date Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 16:30
- Location Eastbury Park, Tarrant Gunville, BLANDFORD, Dorset, DT11 8JQ
- Price £29.39
- Races 1 race
- Distances 10km
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Event summary
Get ready for a spine-tingling adventure at the Dark Dorset 10, hosted by Tricounties Trail Running on Saturday, November 7th, 2026! Set in the enchanting surroundings of Blandford Forum, Dorset, this thrilling twilight 10k invites runners to embrace the spirit of the season as they navigate through the county's most haunted parish. Starting and finishing in the picturesque Eastbury Park, participants will embark on an exhilarating off-road journey that winds through lush woods and leads to the historic Chettle.
As you run, you’ll encounter the chilling Bloody Shard Gate, where a legendary skirmish once took place, and perhaps even spot the restless sergeant searching for his lost hand! The course also passes the ancient Chettle Long Barrow, adding to the eerie atmosphere. With medals, trophies, and refreshments waiting for finishers, this event promises to be both haunting and exhilarating. With limited entries available—only 200 spots—make sure to secure your place in this unforgettable race experience. Don’t miss out on the chance to challenge yourself in the Dark Dorset 10!
As you run, you’ll encounter the chilling Bloody Shard Gate, where a legendary skirmish once took place, and perhaps even spot the restless sergeant searching for his lost hand! The course also passes the ancient Chettle Long Barrow, adding to the eerie atmosphere. With medals, trophies, and refreshments waiting for finishers, this event promises to be both haunting and exhilarating. With limited entries available—only 200 spots—make sure to secure your place in this unforgettable race experience. Don’t miss out on the chance to challenge yourself in the Dark Dorset 10!
Dark Dorset 10
Sat 7th November 2026
Organiser's Description
The Dark Dorset 10 returns to Eastbury Park offering runners the chance to pluck up the courage to do a twilight 10k through Dorsets most haunted parish.
With the start and finish in the park in front of Eastbury House runners will follow an entirely off-road route taking them through woods into the park at Chettle. Turning back towards Eastbury House the eerie journey continues through Bloody Shard Gate, scene of a bloody skirmish between soldiers and the Kings chase keepers, which resulted in a sergeant losing a hand. This was then buried in a local church yard but frequently becomes restless and can be seen searching for its owner in this corner of the Cranborne Chase.
Then its past the Chettle Long barrow before returning to the Eastbury Park, where the drive also has a ghost, a headless horseman driving a coach pulled by headless horses. Fear not, this only happens at midnight, so all the more reason to up the pace whilst out on the course!
Medals, trophies and refeshments are all part of the package.
Sorry no Canicross.
Entries limited to 200, so do not delay!
With the start and finish in the park in front of Eastbury House runners will follow an entirely off-road route taking them through woods into the park at Chettle. Turning back towards Eastbury House the eerie journey continues through Bloody Shard Gate, scene of a bloody skirmish between soldiers and the Kings chase keepers, which resulted in a sergeant losing a hand. This was then buried in a local church yard but frequently becomes restless and can be seen searching for its owner in this corner of the Cranborne Chase.
Then its past the Chettle Long barrow before returning to the Eastbury Park, where the drive also has a ghost, a headless horseman driving a coach pulled by headless horses. Fear not, this only happens at midnight, so all the more reason to up the pace whilst out on the course!
Medals, trophies and refeshments are all part of the package.
Sorry no Canicross.
Entries limited to 200, so do not delay!
Races
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10k 2026
Sat 7th November 2026 (16:30)
£29.39
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Eastbury Dairy Cottages, Blandford Forum, DT11 8, United Kingdom
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