Cowdray Winter Night Run
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Cowdray Winter Night Run
The Cowdray Winter Night Run takes place at The Walled Garden, Riverground Stables, Cowdray Park, Midhurst (GU29 9AL) on Saturday 23 January 2027. The event offers night-time running across the estate, with courses that mainly follow bridleways and footpaths around the River Rother and sections on private estate tracks open for race day only. Head torches are mandatory.
The route details in use are:
- 10 km (two laps)
- 5 km (one lap)
- 3 km kids run
The majority of the course is relatively flat with a couple of gradual climbs; footing is generally good but may vary with weather and water levels on the river trail. Courses are subject to change depending on conditions. The kids 3 km run is for 6–11 year olds and the junior 5 km for 12–15 year olds; the kids race runs first and the other races start only after all children have finished. Children receive an LED safety bracelet and the kids course is led and swept by mountain bike riders with hi‑vis marshals running among participants.
The course will be marked and marshalled with reflective signs, glow sticks and support from the Sussex Search & Rescue Team. Registration and number collection are scheduled for the afternoon. Parking options include nearby public car parks and limited parking at the farm shop, with some parking a short walk from the race HQ. After the run there are warming drinks, soup and snacks at the Cowdray Heritage Visitor Centre. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
