Darkwood Demon

Slaithwaite Striders are proud to present the Darkwood Demon

Online entries have now closed. ENTRIES ON THE DAY ARE AVAILABLE (for an extra £1, payable in cash only) This race gives you a taste of the beautiful Colne Valley trails, taking in fantastic views across all sorts of terrain: towpath, bridleway, moorland, bogs, woodland and road. A challenging climb up Slaithwaite Moor to the top of Cupwith turns to a fast descent towards the finish at Zapato Brewery for well-earned refreshments. 6.0 miles, 990 feet / 9.7km, 300 metres 85% Trail, 15% road Chip timed Route fully marshalled and waymarked. There are no kit requirements, but trail shoes strongly recommended. 2024 results: https://my.raceresult.com/308698/ Course record: Male 40:15, Female 50:16 RACE DAY INFO: - Registration from 9:00 am - Race start 10:00 am Please car share where possible. The car park is located behind Zapato, which you'll be directed towards by parking marshals. To keep the road into the site clear, we kindly ask that participants refrain from parking on West Slaithwaite Road. Please collect your bib number & ankle timer from the registration desk inside Zapato Brewery between 9:00 to 9:45 am. *There is a minor route alteration at Sparth reservoir (mile 5) due to groundworks, but the course length remains the same. Marshals will direct you* POST-RACE: Tea/coffee & cake (provided by Slaithwaite Striders) will be available for £1.50, payable in cash only. Zapato Brewery is open for business. Prize-giving ceremony will be held shortly after the race ends at around 11:30 am. - Custom-made trophies for 1st place male and female. - Prizes for top 3 male & female. - *Newly added* Prizes for 1st place in each age category - Male & Female: Senior, 40, 50 ,60, 70 - Spot prizes We’re looking forward to seeing you on Sunday for a great race!