Assault on Baggy Point - part of the Dark Skies Series
From Channel Events
- Date Sat 16th March 2024
- Time 18:00
- Location Baggy Point, Croyde
- Price £20.38
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable night of trail running at the Assault on Baggy Point, taking place on Saturday, March 16, 2024, in the stunning coastal landscape of Barnstaple, Devon. Organized by Channel Events, this exhilarating race is the grand finale of the Dark Skies Series, featuring both 5km and 10km route options that showcase the breathtaking beauty of the Baggy Point area. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting your trail journey, you'll find the perfect challenge as you navigate the undulating terrain through fields and along the iconic South West Coast Path.
The 5km course offers a thrilling experience with two laps for those opting for the 10km distance, all while surrounded by the enchanting atmosphere of a winter's night. The event kicks off at the National Trust's Sandleigh Cafe, with registration opening at 18:15. The 10km race starts at 19:25, followed by the 5km at 19:35. Don't miss your chance to collect a bespoke wooden finisher’s medal, available as an optional extra for those who register at least two weeks in advance. Join us for the final event in the series and immerse yourself in the magic of trail running
The 5km course offers a thrilling experience with two laps for those opting for the 10km distance, all while surrounded by the enchanting atmosphere of a winter's night. The event kicks off at the National Trust's Sandleigh Cafe, with registration opening at 18:15. The 10km race starts at 19:25, followed by the 5km at 19:35. Don't miss your chance to collect a bespoke wooden finisher’s medal, available as an optional extra for those who register at least two weeks in advance. Join us for the final event in the series and immerse yourself in the magic of trail running
Assault on Baggy Point - part of the Dark Skies Series
Sat 16th March 2024
Organiser's Description
The Assault on Baggy Point is the fourth and last event in the ‘Dark Skies Series’ of night trail running events, the second of the mini series in North Devon. This series spans from Brean Down in Somerset to Baggy Point in North Devon.
Comprising of 5km and 10km route options, Assault on Baggy Point utilises the beautiful Baggy Point landscape near Croyde to deliver a 5km course across the fields and along the South West Coast Path, a truly wild location on a winter’s night but stunning none the less! 2 laps are completed for the 10km.
This course is undulating but on good trails and tracks. Making your way around the course you’ll travel along the inland trails across the fields before navigating the South West Coast Path around the peninsula that is Baggy point. The route starts and finishes at the National Trust’s Sandleigh Cafe.
Registration will open at 18:15, 10km starts at 19:25 and the 5km starts at 19:35.
Enter the whole 4 event series, the 2 event Somerset mini series or just the Moonlit Meadow Run. The choice is yours.
Our bespoke wooden finisher’s medals are available as an optional extra, can you collect all four?
As part of our drive to make our events waste free we have chosen to make the medal an optional extra, those who love their race bling can purchase theirs when entering but must enter at least 2 weeks prior to race day.
2023/24 series dates and locations:
Moonlit Meadow Run – Longrun Meadow, Taunton – 25th November 2023
Storm the Fort – Brean Down, Brean – 20th January 2024
Arlington Asteroids – Arlington Court, North Devon – 17th February 2024
Assault on Baggy Point – Baggy Point, Croyde – 16th March 2024
Comprising of 5km and 10km route options, Assault on Baggy Point utilises the beautiful Baggy Point landscape near Croyde to deliver a 5km course across the fields and along the South West Coast Path, a truly wild location on a winter’s night but stunning none the less! 2 laps are completed for the 10km.
This course is undulating but on good trails and tracks. Making your way around the course you’ll travel along the inland trails across the fields before navigating the South West Coast Path around the peninsula that is Baggy point. The route starts and finishes at the National Trust’s Sandleigh Cafe.
Registration will open at 18:15, 10km starts at 19:25 and the 5km starts at 19:35.
Enter the whole 4 event series, the 2 event Somerset mini series or just the Moonlit Meadow Run. The choice is yours.
Our bespoke wooden finisher’s medals are available as an optional extra, can you collect all four?
As part of our drive to make our events waste free we have chosen to make the medal an optional extra, those who love their race bling can purchase theirs when entering but must enter at least 2 weeks prior to race day.
2023/24 series dates and locations:
Moonlit Meadow Run – Longrun Meadow, Taunton – 25th November 2023
Storm the Fort – Brean Down, Brean – 20th January 2024
Arlington Asteroids – Arlington Court, North Devon – 17th February 2024
Assault on Baggy Point – Baggy Point, Croyde – 16th March 2024
Races
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Assault on Baggy Point 2024 - 10k Night Run
Sat 16th March 2024 (18:00)
£20.38
CLOSED -
Assault on Baggy Point 2024 - 5k Night Run
Sat 16th March 2024 (18:00)
£20.38
CLOSED
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