Mr Sparkle's Dark un
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Event details
Mr Sparkle's Dark Un is a night fell race on 27 February 2026 based at the Royal Hotel, Tockholes, Darwen (BB3 0PA). The course distance is 8.1 km with 214 m of climb and is listed as category BS. The event has a limit of 100 places; 43 participants were entered at the time of the source. Entry is by pre-entry only through SiEntries, with an entry fee of £6.50. Entries open 25 December 2025 and close 16 February 2026. Minimum age is 18. The race holds a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA.
Course, kit and other information
The route runs across open moorland and includes a couple of stiff climbs, muddy sections and a final descent to the finish. The course will be marshalled and marked, but participants should be competent navigators. Mandatory kit requirements include full body cover and a headtorch; a kit check will be carried out. Additional required items listed include a map, compass and whistle. No drinks will be available at the finish line; refreshments are available in the pub. Dogs are not permitted. Teams and junior races are not included. A donation will be made from funds raised to Bolton Mountain Rescue and the Red Cross. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
