Beauty spot is set to host 11th annual skeleton run
GHOULS and ghosts will be spotted running across a local beauty spot in the run-up to Halloween - but don’t be scared.
The Skeleton Run - celebrating 11 terrifying years in 2019 - takes place within the boundaries of the Beacon Hill Country Park in Breakback Lane, Woodhouse Eaves.
A spokesperson said: “Fancy a sprint through the spooky woods in the dead of night? Then dust off your wigs and break out the fake blood and join us at the original night run, The Skeleton Run.
“With five miles of terrifying trails, the horror of Beacon Hill (twice), menacing marshals and a final, downhill run for your life to the finish. Dare you join us?”
The Skeleton Run will start at 7.30pm on the
Friday before Halloween, October 25. It is about five miles long, held on the designated mountain bike/horse/walkers trails within the park. The route will be marked with glowsticks and fluorescent signs and there will be marshals at numerous points throughout the route.
The Race Village and finish will be lit, but the start area will not be lit to allow your eyes to become accustomed to the dark.
The run is open to runners of all abilities and nordic walkers, aged 18 years or over on race day. Entries are only available online.
Online entries will receive an email confirmation of entry. Cost is £22 pre-entry fee which includes The Skeleton Run medal, free event photographs and free car parking.
There will be a pre-race briefing for all competitors at 7.15pm in the Race Village.
There will be a drinks station at about mile two and at the finish, providing sports drinks and water.
There are also drinking water fountains/ taps available at the lower and upper car parks, plus the Wolf Hut will be on site selling hot and cold drinks and snacks from 5.30pm.
The first, second and third male and female runners will receive a prize, and there will bee various spot prizes. Being so close to Halloween, fancy dress is not compulsory, but definitely encouraged.
All competitors must wear or carry a head or handheld torch. You will not be allowed to run without a torch.