Petzl Night Trails 10k - Salcey Forest
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From Big Bear Events
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of adventure at the Petzl Night Trails 10k in Salcey Forest, organized by Big Bear Events! On Friday, November 20th, 2026, join fellow trail enthusiasts in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, as you navigate the enchanting paths of Salcey Forest under the starry sky. With just your head torch to light the way, this thrilling night run promises an exhilarating experience as you embrace the beauty of nature in a whole new light. Don't miss out on what is sure to be the best Friday night of the year—mark your calendars and prepare for an incredible 10k challenge!
Petzl Night Trails 10k - Salcey Forest
Races
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(Canicross) Petzl Night Trails 10k - Salcey Forest
Entries closed19:00
£23.00
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Petzl Night Trails 10k - Salcey Forest
Entries closed19:00
£23.00
Event information
Ground conditions will depend very much on the weather closer to the event. It is fundamentally on crushed stone however with tree detritus the ground can become a bit slippy and mucky. The route is fully marked and essentially a 2 lap course. Salcey Forest is fundamentally flat - but any sort of uphill on a 10k feels like a mountain!
You do have to pay to park (we’ve negotiated a special offer of £3.50 for the evening! We’ll send emails out to entrants to make this happen). That said, be a hero and car share, save money and the world!
Salcey Forest, NN7 2HX
It is 18 minutes from Northampton and 9 minutes from Junction 15 of the M1. The closest train station is Northampton
Petzl are the industry leader in high quality head torches. We’re very lucky to be hosting some of their “Night Runner” events. We’ve got 1 at Cannock Chase Forest and 2 at Salcey Forest this winter.
There is a reason the top ultra runners in the world use their head torches, when you need the trail lit up they are simply the best. When trail running at night you want to make sure youyr head torch wont let you down and your Petzl wont.
They’ll be at the event with their demo kit for you to try on before, during or after the event.
There is a reason the top ultra runners in the world use their head torches, when you need the trail lit up they are simply the best. When trail running at night you want to make sure youyr head torch wont let you down and your Petzl wont.
They’ll be at the event with their demo kit for you to try on before, during or after the event.
We had canicross at our series last year and it was a great success. We request that your dog be lit up (lights on it’s harness rather than wrapping the dog in Christmas lights!), you keep your leads short and be considerate of the other runners. We’ll start the canicross runners off a couple of minutes before the main field. Please read our general canicross rules here.
We’ll confirm the exact timings for this closer to the event but it is likely the canicross start time will be around 18:50.
We’ll confirm the exact timings for this closer to the event but it is likely the canicross start time will be around 18:50.
Organiser's description
Salcey Forest in the dark with just your head torch to lead the way?
The best Friday night there is!
The best Friday night there is!
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Reviews
5.01 review
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Christopher Gasson
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This reviewer is a verified Find a Race user who purchased a place at this event.
Took part in the 2026 edition · 7 months ago
A friendly fun event.
It was my first night event, and I will be back for more. Everyone was very welcoming, I borrowed a headtorch from Petzl, which was far superior to mine! The track thoough the woods was well marked, and very good to run on, with no trip hazards!
Parking was easy, very close to the start. The cafe was open as well for a post-run coffee and cake, to replace all tha calories expended!
It was my first night event, and I will be back for more. Everyone was very welcoming, I borrowed a headtorch from Petzl, which was far superior to mine! The track thoough the woods was well marked, and very good to run on, with no trip hazards!
Parking was easy, very close to the start. The cafe was open as well for a post-run coffee and cake, to replace all tha calories expended!
Location
Salcey Forest, Northampton NN7 2HX, UK
Petzl Night Trails 10k - Salcey Forest
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Big Bear Events
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Since
2019
Events
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Avg. review
4.8
