Cold Brew Events The Duergar Nightcrawler
Ten miles out of Rothbury after dark, up first and down after.
10 Mile
16 km
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The course
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What you’re in for
Ten miles out of Rothbury after dark on the first Saturday in February, off at six from the Haugh car park: a single loop that climbs to the top of Simonside crag and comes back down to the town, named for the Duergar, the dwarves of Northumbrian legend who lead travellers astray on Simonside at night. Fully marked with signs and reflective markers, a GPX provided, a charged head torch compulsory along with waterproofs, phone, blanket and whistle. No cut-off — the organiser says they will wait as long as you are not stopping for a picnic.
Terrain and trail
Gravel forest track and trail up through the plantations, rocky sandstone path on Simonside's crag and the exposed top, then a fast descent back to Rothbury, all by torchlight. Trail shoes are mandatory, and the organiser means it. A trail shoe with grip.
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A night run: ten miles, a tough climb out and the descent back. Part of the Shadowlands Winter Trail Series as well as running in its own right. Cold Brew mention a GPX updated in February 2026 but do not publish it openly.
Train for it: routes near the start
Routes starting within 20 km of Newcastle House, Rothbury, Northumberland, nearest first. Each one has a free GPX file and a TRP grade, so you can rehearse the ground before race day.
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How to enter
Sat, 6 Feb 2027 · Entries open
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Common questions
- The Duergar Nightcrawler is one distance: 10 Mile (16.1 km).