Big Night Out Winchester
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Event details
Big Night Out Winchester is a night-time trail running event held at Winchester Athletics Track, Bar End, Winchester, SO23 0QA. The next scheduled race date is 08/11/2025. Distances and entry fees are:
- 22km - £38
- 12km - £32
Race bibs are collected from a registration tent at the event site. Registration opens and closes on the day for both distances. A bag drop tent will be available at the start/finish area. Runners can choose to have a tree planted instead of receiving a finishers medal; the latest date to guarantee a medal is Thursday 25th September 2025. Cut-off times are 3.5 hours for the 22km and 3 hours for the 12km. The event includes an aid station and on-course photographers.
Course and logistics
The course is fully signed using fluorescent directional markers. Runners leave the athletics track and follow the South Downs Way. The 22km route climbs to Cheesefoot Head, continues over Fawley down toward Morestead for a circular loop, then returns down Cheesefoot Head onto MOD land at Deacons Hill. At that point both distances join the Pilgrims Trail, head toward St Catherines Hill, then follow the Itchen Way along the river back to the track.
Mandatory kit includes a headtorch or chest torch (a backup is advised) and at least 500 ml of fluid. Runners are advised to carry appropriate clothing for variable winter conditions and to download the GPX file for the route. Car parking is at East Winchester, Barfield Park & Ride, SO23 9PH and is free after 16:00. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.