Let’s continue to make history…
Come and join Black Trail Runners at our Black to the Trails event and run 1K, 5K, 10K - or our brand new XtraSpicy 10K - on some of the most beautiful trails the South East has to offer.
Why
In May 2023 Black to the Trails, presented by Strava, was the World’s most ethnically diverse trail running event and, in 2024, it’s going to even bigger and better!
Once again the event has been designed and will be directed and run by Black Trail Runners for Black people, people of colour, and White allies who want to do their bit to diversify the UK trail running scene.
Black to the Trails is an inclusive run event for EVERYONE no matter what your ability. There are distances for the kids (under 16s go free!), the brand new and the more experienced trail runner.
This event will be truly unique in its offering to all who attend. Once again, we’ll be bringing feel-good carnival vibes to Dunstable Downs. We guarantee, you’ll come for the run and stay for the fun! Throughout the morning, as well as the run distances on offer, we’ll have a variety of activities, food, live music and much more to keep your post-run endorphins raised and the party vibes high.
Where
Black to the Trails will take place at The National Trust’s Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate. See route page for more information on the routes and other activities for all of the family to enjoy during the day.
Click here to see information on how to get to the event.
When
Sunday 12th May 2024
Venue opens at 10.00am
First run starts at 11.00am
Cost
1K: £3 affiliated* / £5 non-affiliated
5K: £8 affiliated* / £10 non-affiliated
10K: £13 affiliated* / £15 non-affiliated
XtraSpicy 10K £18 affiliated* / £20 non-affiliated
Fancy a challenge? Why not enter more than one run? Our staggered run start times mean that, if you fancy a double or triple-trail-whammy, you can take part in two or even three run distances. See registration page for further information.
*If you are a member of a UK Athletics Affiliated run club, you qualify for the affiliated entry.
*Under 16s go free.
More than just a trail run
We are once again bringing the Black Trail Runners festival vibes to Dunstable Downs. This is a community event so we will have a range of activities to enjoy throughout the day including face painting, kite flying, food concessions reflecting our cultures, DJs, live run commentary and more.
Join a BTR Social Run!
Our social run leaders hold regular, free to access, 5K+ social runs around the UK. If you are new to trail running, or want to run with others on a regular basis, then join us - it’ll be a great way to get some experience ahead of Black to the Trails 2024.
No person is left behind so, don’t worry about ability, it’s about sharing the running joy.
Follow us on social media for updates on dates and locations for our Black Trail Runners social runs.
What you get
For completing your run you get a Black to the Trails medal and a well-stocked goody bag.
You’ll also be able to purchase Black Trail Runners merchandise - because representation matters when we are out on the trails and our buffs, socks, t-shirts and hoodies help communicate who we are and what we stand for.
Buy Black Trail Runners Merchandise HERE
But more than that, you get to experience the joy of trail running at a vibrant, diverse and inclusive event. Black to the Trails, presented by Strava, is the future of trail running.