Western Heights Trail Races

Western Heights Trail Races 10K

Explore the Historic Fortifications Join us for the Western Heights Trail Races 10K, an exhilarating challenge through the historic Western Heights, including the renowned Drop Redoubt and Citadel Fortress. Experience the thrill of a challenging course while enjoying the camaraderie of the Hellfire Community. What's Included: 

• A scenic and challenging route through historic fortifications
• Support from enthusiastic volunteers and spectators
• Free post-race refreshments
• Beautiful Scottish Oak finisher medals made by our charity partner, The Workshop Aberfeldy
• Winners' trophies for top finishers

Date: 06.10.2024

Start Time: 10:00

Distance: 10.28KM / 6.39 Miles

Ascent: 285 Metres / 935 Feet

Terrain: Mixed Terrain 

Minimum Age: 16 Years on the day of the race Maximum Age: No age limit

Entry Fee £22.99 - £29.99 Discount available to club members

5K Trail Event

Journey Through History Come and join the Hellfire community for an engaging 5K trail run through the historic Western Heights, including the Drop Redoubt and Citadel Fortress. This event caters to all levels of runners, with generous cut-offs and a course easily walkable within the time limits. What's Included: 

• A scenic route through historic fortifications
• Support from enthusiastic volunteers and spectators
• Free post-race refreshments
• Beautiful Scottish Oak finisher medals made by our charity partner The Workshop Aberfeldy 
• Winners' trophies for top finishers

Date: 06.10.2024

Start Time: 10:00

Distance: 5.5 KM / 3,421 Miles

Ascent: 140 Metres / 459 Feet

Terrain: Mixed Terrain

Minimum Age: 14 years old on race day Maximum Age: No limit

Entry Fee £17.99 - £23.99 Discount available to club members

SPECTATORS

• In the interest of safety, we advise all spectators to avoid the footpaths around the perimeter of the Citadel and Western Heights between 10:00 and 14:00.
• Dover is absolutely packed with history, and we strongly advise that you take the time either before or after the race to explore the area in greater depth.

VOLUNTEERING

• We are keen to talk to anyone who is interested in volunteering. 
   

OUR PARTNERS

• The Citadel
• The Western Heights Preservation Society

For more information on how you can become a partner of the event, please e-mail info@hellfireevents.com.

EVENT DISCLAIMER

• Upon signing up for any Hellfire Events Ltd events, all runners agree to our terms and conditions. 
• ​All participants entering our events do so at their own risk. Hellfire Events Ltd are NOT responsible for any injury caused while participating in any of our events, nor are we responsible for any loss or damage of personal property. 
• Hellfire Events Ltd will do all we can to make our events as safe and as enjoyable as possible.
• All our events are fully covered by Public Liability Insurance.  A copy of this document can be provided upon request to info@hellfireevents.com.