Race · Swinsty Reservoir, North Yorkshire
Spring Headtorch Half
A midweek night race round two reservoirs. Head torch essential.
Next running
Tue, 23 Mar 2027
Start time not confirmed yet — check with the organiser.
Swinsty Reservoir, North Yorkshire · Not open yet
Pick your distance
5.0
km · 3.1 mi
—
m ascent
No course file for this distance yet. 5.0 km · 3.1 mi is what the organiser publishes.
What you’re in for
Laps of Swinsty and Fewston reservoirs after dark, on good reservoir tracks. Added to the calendar after the first running in 2025 sold out and people asked for another.
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How far is the Spring Headtorch Half?
The Spring Headtorch Half offers 3 distances: 5K (5.0 km / 3.1 miles), 10K (10.3 km / 6.4 miles), 13 Mile (21.0 km / 13.0 miles). Every figure is measured from the organiser's own course file.
How much climbing is in the Spring Headtorch Half?
The 10K has 120 m of ascent. The 13 Mile has 245 m of ascent.
How hard is the Spring Headtorch Half?
10K: Moderate. 13 Mile: Hard. TRP grades come from distance and climb measured off the course file, not from the organiser.
Can I download the Spring Headtorch Half route?
Yes. The GPX for each distance is free to download here, with no sign-up, the same as every route on Trail Running Planet.
When is the next Spring Headtorch Half?
Tue, 23 Mar 2027, 19:30. Not open yet.