The Darren Brant 5mile Memorial Race in aid of Papyrus
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The Darren Brant Memorial 5-Mile Race
The Darren Brant Memorial 5-Mile Race is an annual running event held at South Park in Darlington. Taking place on Wednesday, 5th August 2026, the event serves as a tribute to Darren’s memory and functions as a fundraiser for Papyrus, a charity focused on the prevention of young suicide.
The race course covers a distance of 5 miles and is situated within the grounds of the park. The terrain is categorized as flat and consists of road and pavement surfaces. This is a licensed competition, and every participant who completes the distance receives a memorial medal.
The event is open to runners aged 15 years and older. The field for this race is limited to a maximum of 150 entrants. Registration is accessible to both affiliated EA athletes and non-affiliated runners. Entries for the 2026 edition remain open until 4th August 2026, or until the participant limit is reached. The race is organized by the Darlington Harriers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.