Dark Runs Get ready to light up the night for Hope House Children’s Hospices - our Dark Runs are back, and this year it’s bigger and brighter than ever, taking place in four amazing locations: ✨ Chirk Castle ✨ Penrhyn Castle ✨ Telford Town Park ✨ Bolesworth Castle Walk, jog, or run your way through our sponsored glow-in-the-dark courses, complete with music, glow sticks, and cheering crowds - all in support of local families who need us most. There’s no dress code, but neon and Halloween costumes are always a hit with our colourful Dark Run community! Register your interest today and be the first to hear when entries open for your nearest event. Let’s make 2026 our brightest year yet! Tired legs? We’ve got a shorter event option at each location too! What you need to know: Registration is £15 per adult and £10 per child (under 16 years). Every child entrant must be accompanied by a participating, paying adult. Up to three accompanying children per adult entry. Under 3's are free, but this does not include a goody bag or medal. Everyone must bring a head torch We ask every Dark Runner to raise as much as they can to help us to provide care for local children with life-threatening conditions. Please note that no dogs are allowed on-site for the Dark Runs. All Dark Runs will begin at 6pm. No dogs allowed. Choose your event Penrhyn Castle October 17th 2026 at 6pm Sponsored 1.5k or 3k run Book tickets Chirk Castle October 17th 2026 at 6pm Sponsored 2k or 4k run Book tickets Bolesworth Castle October 24th 2026 at 6pm Sponsored 2.5k or 5k run Book tickets Telford Town Park October 24th 2026 at 6pm Sponsored 2.5k or 5k run Book tickets Manage Cookie Preferences