Mendip Aurora
From Channel Events
- Date Sat 20th March 2027
- Time 19:30
- Location Winscombe, Churchill, North Somerset
- Price £22.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating night of trail running at the Mendip Aurora, taking place on Saturday, March 20, 2027, at the stunning Mendip Activity Centre in Churchill, North Somerset. Organized by Channel Events, this exciting event is part of the popular 'Dark Skies' night trail running series, which features both 5km and 10km route options. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun challenge, you can choose to participate in individual events or tackle the entire four-event series, which kicks off with the rescheduled Moonlit Meadow Run in November 2026.
As you lace up your running shoes, you'll not only enjoy the thrill of racing under the stars but also have the chance to earn a bespoke wooden finisher's medal for each event. The registration opens at 18:15, with the 10km race starting at 19:25 and the 5km at 19:30. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to experience the beauty of Somerset’s night skies while competing with fellow runners! Join us for an unforgettable evening of adventure and community spirit at the Mendip Aurora!
As you lace up your running shoes, you'll not only enjoy the thrill of racing under the stars but also have the chance to earn a bespoke wooden finisher's medal for each event. The registration opens at 18:15, with the 10km race starting at 19:25 and the 5km at 19:30. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to experience the beauty of Somerset’s night skies while competing with fellow runners! Join us for an unforgettable evening of adventure and community spirit at the Mendip Aurora!
Mendip Aurora
Sat 20th March 2027
Organiser's Description
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For winter 2026/27 we will be returning with the ‘Dark Skies’ night trail running series but this time with three events across Somerset.
FOR THIS SERIES ONLY, THE RESCHEDULED MOONLIT MEADOW RUN WILL KICK OFF THE SERIES ON 14TH NOVEMBER, MAKING THIS A 4 EVENT SERIES!
Each event will have 5km and 10km route options. Registration will open at 18:15, 10km starts at 19:25 and the 5km starts at 19:30 for all 3 events.
Enter the whole 4 event series or individual events. The choice will be yours. All entrants will have the opportunity to order a bespoke wooden finisher’s medal before the event, can you collect all four?
2026/27 SERIES DATES AND LOCATIONS:
Moonlit Meadow Run: Longrun Meadow, Taunton - 14th November 2026
Storm The Fort: Brean Down, Brean - 16th January 2027
Moonlit Meadow Run: Longrun Meadow, Taunton - 6th February 2027
Mendip Aurora : Mendip Activity Centre, Churchill, 20th March 2027
For winter 2026/27 we will be returning with the ‘Dark Skies’ night trail running series but this time with three events across Somerset.
FOR THIS SERIES ONLY, THE RESCHEDULED MOONLIT MEADOW RUN WILL KICK OFF THE SERIES ON 14TH NOVEMBER, MAKING THIS A 4 EVENT SERIES!
Each event will have 5km and 10km route options. Registration will open at 18:15, 10km starts at 19:25 and the 5km starts at 19:30 for all 3 events.
Enter the whole 4 event series or individual events. The choice will be yours. All entrants will have the opportunity to order a bespoke wooden finisher’s medal before the event, can you collect all four?
2026/27 SERIES DATES AND LOCATIONS:
Moonlit Meadow Run: Longrun Meadow, Taunton - 14th November 2026
Storm The Fort: Brean Down, Brean - 16th January 2027
Moonlit Meadow Run: Longrun Meadow, Taunton - 6th February 2027
Mendip Aurora : Mendip Activity Centre, Churchill, 20th March 2027
Races
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Mendip Aurora 2027 - 10k Night Run
Sat 20th March 2027 (19:30)
£22.50
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Mendip Aurora 2027 - 5k Night Run
Sat 20th March 2027 (19:30)
£22.50
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Location
Mendip Activity Centre, Lyncombe Drive, Sandford, Churchill, Winscombe, UK
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