Frequently Asked Questions

Yes you can, we accept cash only on the day.

This should come through within 30 minutes of completing registration. Check your junk mail, if it’s not there, give it 24 hours and check both your inbox and junk again. If still nothing, please login to Eventbrite to check your email was entered correctly. You can do this here

You can print off your ticket by logging in to Eventbrite by clicking here

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The event post code is on the email confirmation, we’ll put directions in the comfirmation emails plus you can find directions to each event on the Events page by clicking on the race you entered

Yes but do hydrate before and bring plenty of fluids for after

Of course! Simply click here to change the details.

There will be qualified emergency response teams on site on race day

It all depends on which length of race you chose, when you register and if you are in a team. You can see how much they are by clicking on a race on our Events page

Currently, there are 3 distances to choose from the Dirty Dash (6k + 15 military style obstacles), the Dirty Dozen (12k + 20 military style obstacles) and the Dirty Destroyer (18k + 25 military style obstacles).

Simply click on the ‘ENTER NOW’ tab which is on the side of the screen or go to our Events page and chose an event

We like to keep you guessing so we keep our obstacles under wraps till the event but if you want to see the obstacles at previous events, click here

Race entry includes your timing chip, running bib and an identification bracelet for you and your bag. Finishers will get a prized Dirty Dozen Bobble hat, Dirty Dozen technical t-shirt, race photos, a much deserved beer and a massive sense of achievement!

Yes, life is a race and so is this! If you just want to have fun and enjoy the obstacles, that’s fine too! It’s your race so go at your pace!

Yes, for Health and Safety plus insurance reasons, you need to be at least 18 on the date of the event. Sorry, no exceptions

You don’t need to be super human to complete our races but a basic level of fitness will ensure you enjoy the event. If you are unsure, come a long a watch a race  but we bet you’ll wish you’d entered. Take the plunge and enter now!

Some races will have deep water where swimming will be required. If you can’t swim, avoid these obstacles! Our marshals will be there to warn you and send you off on the alternative route round.

No but do chose a distance that you can complete in daylight hours!

It all depends on which length of race you chose and when you register. To see prices, check out our Events page

Nothing, its free. We’re the good guys!

Nothing, its free. We’re the good guys!

Sure, sign up early and you’ll get a discounted rate

Of course! Book as a team of 6+ and save £5 each.

We offer full refunds less a £10 admin fee if you contact us before the end of race day, after that refunds are not available. Please email us at

If you contact us before the end of race day, we can transfer you to a future race for a £10 admin fee. Please email us at

Yes you can. Using your company’s official email address, please email us at

Sensible running gear (light but warm) and a pair of trail running trainers are a good idea (no spikes or studs though)

A towel to dry yourself and some warm clothes to get changed into

No, you can not but you can buy alcoholic drinks on site (ID maybe required)

Of course, why not!

The event post code and address is on the email confirmation plus you can find directions to each event on the Events page by clicking on the race you entered

These are handed out on the day. Bring photo ID, a print out of your email confirmation plus a signed copy of the waiver (included in your email confirmation)

Racing bib (number), some safety pins (to attach it) and a timing chip. These will be handed out on the day. Bring photo ID and a print out of your email confirmation.

We’ll email them to you and provide details of them online after each race

Yes. We will provide details of how to buy photos after each race.

No, but you are tough and don’t need these!