Clumber Dirty Dozen

Posting on behalf of our friends Libra Races , a fantastic opportunity to run the runway beneath the lights !!

Entries opening soon

HOLD...THE...FRONT...PAGE... here at Libra HQ we have some very big and exciting news to share.

We are delighted to be able to announce that Run the Runway will return May 2027, and that's not all.....as that's a while away we have something new for you with a Halloween-themed, floodlit 10km run and fun run event👻🎃

Entries open soon but will be available on the links below. Please beware of scam sellers and only use official links posted on the official Libra Races page, we do not have a Facebook Group for our races 👀

Run A Way 10k and Fun Run 31st October 2026
https://in.njuko.com/run-a-way-10k-2026

Run the Runway 15th May 2027
https://in.njuko.com/run-the-runway-2027

Stay Safe. Stay Smart. Enjoy Every Mile.

💧 HYDRATE EARLY Before your run, keep topped up with fluids and electrolytes.

❄️ COOL BEFORE YOU RUN Start hydrated and cool. A cold drink before the start can make a big difference.

🧣 KEEP YOUR CORE COOL A wet buff around the neck or wrists can help regulate temperature.

🎒 CARRY WHAT YOU NEED Water, nutrition and a positive attitude will get you around the twelve beautiful miles.

🚶 RUN YOUR EFFORT Slow down on climbs and don't be afraid to take short walk breaks.

🌳 ENJOY THE SCENERY Take the time to enjoy your run

❤️ LOOK AFTER EACH OTHER Check on fellow runners and remember we're all out there for the same reason.

🍂🏃‍♂️ WORKSOP HARRIERS PRESENT THE INAUGURAL CLUMBER DIRTY DOZEN! 🏃‍♀️🍂

Entries are now OPEN for the very first Clumber Dirty Dozen Trail Race!

Set in the stunning surroundings of Clumber Park, this 12-mile trail adventure will take runners through some of Nottinghamshire's most beautiful scenery at arguably the most spectacular time of year.

Imagine crisp autumn air, golden leaves underfoot, breathtaking lakeside views, winding woodland trails and the iconic Clumber Church standing proudly across the water. There really is nowhere quite like Clumber Park in September.

Whether you're chasing a PB, tackling your first trail race, or simply looking for an unforgettable running experience, the Clumber Dirty Dozen promises mud, challenge, scenery and memories in equal measure.

🍂 12 Miles of Trail Running
🍂 Beautiful Autumn Scenery
🍂 Lakeside & Woodland Trails
🍂 Finisher Reward
🍂 Friendly Atmosphere
🍂 Hosted by Worksop Harriers

📅 Saturday 26th September
🕚 11:00am
📍 Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire

This is the first ever Clumber Dirty Dozen, and we'd love you to be part of its history.

🎉 200 PLACES FILLED! 🎉

Wow! We’ve officially hit 200 entries for the 2027 Clumber Dirty Dozen! 💪🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

https://www.sientries.co.uk/event/clumber-dirty-dozen-2026

A massive thank you to everyone who has already entered and supported the event. The response has been incredible, and we're buzzing to see so many runners ready to take on the trails, mud, hills, and everything else Clumber Park can throw at them!

If you're still thinking about entering, don't leave it too late. Places are continuing to disappear, and we'd hate for you to miss out on what promises to be another fantastic day of trail running.

Whether you're chasing a PB, tackling your first trail race, or just coming along for a great day out with friends, the Clumber Dirty Dozen has something for everyone.

✅ Stunning scenery
✅ Friendly atmosphere
✅ Fantastic medal
✅ Well-stocked aid stations
✅ A proper trail running challenge

Get yourself entered and join the hundreds of runners already on the start list!

Who's in? 👇

You can tell a lot about a race by how it treats the final runners.

Not the winners.

Not the people who come flying through the finish chute while the announcer still has fresh energy and the crowd is still loud.

The final runners.

Because that’s where the pretty race-day promises get tested.

Every race loves saying things like “every runner matters” and “every finisher is a hero.” Nice words. But if the back of the pack reaches an aid station and the water is gone, the cups are gone, the bananas are gone, the volunteers are half-packed, and everyone looks annoyed that runners are still coming through… then the race has already answered the question.

The last runner paid too.

They trained too.

They traveled too.

They fought the same course for longer. More sun. More heat. More time on tired feet. More time alone with their own brain making weird little deals just to keep moving.

And somehow they’re the ones most likely to find empty tables, missing medals, no finish photos, closed roads, packed-up cones, or a finish line that feels like the party left without them.

That’s not good enough.

I get that races are hard to organize. Volunteers are gold. Road permits are real. Cutoffs matter. Nobody is saying races have to stay open forever with fireworks and a marching band for every person.

But if a race accepts slower runners, it should support slower runners.

Basic water should not be a bonus.

A medal should not depend on how fast you arrived.

And the final runners should not be treated like an inconvenience after giving the course everything they had.

The back of the pack does not need pity.

They need the race to keep its promises.

Runners… what should every race still have for the final finishers?

🏃‍♂️🌲 CLUMBER DIRTY DOZEN 2026 🌲🏃‍♀️

Time to enter the Clumber Dirty Dozen!

Join us on Saturday 26th September 2026 for a stunning 12-mile trail race through the beautiful surroundings of Clumber Park.

✅ 12 Mile Trail Race
✅ Fully Marshalled Course
✅ Beautiful Clumber Park Location
✅ Stunning Medal for All Finishers
✅ Free Parking
✅ Friendly Atmosphere
✅ Suitable for Experienced Trail Runners and Those Looking for a New Challenge

Whether you're chasing a PB, preparing for an autumn marathon, or simply looking for a fantastic day out on the trails, the Clumber Dirty Dozen promises a memorable experience in one of Nottinghamshire's most picturesque settings.

🎖 Every finisher will receive a beautiful commemorative medal.

Places are limited and we're expecting strong demand, so don't leave it too late!

👇 Enter now via SI Entries:
https://www.sientries.co.uk/event/clumber-dirty-dozen-2026

Please like, share and tag your running buddies!

Less than a 100 places left for the Gerald Story Memorial Run on 31st May 2026

Approximately 5.5 mile run starting at Worksop College and into the beautiful Clumber Park. It's mostly trail with a short closed road section and goes through some amazing scenery.

The run is held each year in memory of Gerald Story, one of Worksop Harriers founding members. All profits are being donated to Cancer Research.

The run starts at 10am at Worksop College, Cuthberts Avenue, Worksop S80 3AP

A medal for everyone finishing the run.

Clumber Dirty Dozen- 12 Miles on the trails in the Beautiful Clumber Park
Enter via ⬇️ https://www.sientries.co.uk/event.php?elid=Y&event_id=17533

We have 3 Fantastic Races this year

May 31st see The Gerald Story Memorial Fun Run starting and finishing in the grounds of Worksop College this beautiful 9km trail run is not one to be missed and all funds go to cancer research.
Enter below ⬇️

https://www.sientries.co.uk/event.php?elid=Y&event_id=15879

September 26th is up next for the Brand new for 2026 Clumber Dirty Dozen 12 miles on the trails and around the lake in the beautiful National Trust Clumber Park.
Enter below ⬇️
https://www.sientries.co.uk/event.php?elid=Y&event_id=17533

And the oldest of them all the famous Worksop Harriers Worksop Half Marathon
And this year we are running this famous course backwards !!! This is another not to be missed
Enter below ⬇️
https://www.worksopharriers.co.uk/events/worksop-halloween-half-marathon-2026

So which are you entering or entered? Just the one or going for all 3 ? Let us know below and tag your friends to share these fantastic 3 local races.

🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT 🚨

We’ve teamed up with Spox – one of our AMAZING sponsors for the Clumber Dirty Dozen, to give one lucky runner the chance to win BIG 👀🔥

🎁 YOU COULD WIN:
✨ 1x Premium Sports Kit Makeover
🧦 2x Pro Running Socks

HOW TO ENTER: Head over to our Instagram page and do the below ⬇️
👇 Tag your running buddies (more tags = more entries 👀)
👇 Follow
👇 Follow Clumber Dirty Dozen Trail Race

💥 BONUS ENTRIES:
Already got your race place? Send us your confirmation = +1 entry
Enter the race during the giveaway? You’ll bag DOUBLE entries 😍

This is your sign… don’t miss it 👇
You’ve got to be in it to win it!

Ready… set… GO 🏃‍♀️🔥