A route at the International Rescue HQ for SERVE ON where team attempt to proceed around laps of a 1.5 mile course of challenges based obstacles and stances based on real life missions and training activities for the team. These challenges are ground based and do not require previous technical knowledge or skills.

DARKSWAN is running the event on the 21st of Sept to raise funds for SERVE ON and also uses bespoke rescue racing challenges to develop people and teams who can benefit from unique ways to improve themselves

The simple answer is anyone, there are two options a rugged obstacle based course and a non obstacle course where you can cover laps and observe the action.

The event is for those wanting to push  themselves or wanting to be involved a more leisurely level of physicality.

For charity events the aim is to fund raise and to meet like minded people whilst having a great time.

The obstacles course is currently for over 18s however we are looking to lower the age to 16. The non obstacle course is any ages provided under 16s are accompanied by a responsible adult

This is a model where you can challenge as much or as little as works for you and your team, it gives insights into the world of international rescue and disaster response AND you can learn to improve performance as you go due to the challenge of completing laps where you can improve on your teams approach to various obstacles.

The staff and organisers are all practitioners in a variety of rescue and service roles and want to see racers thrive from the experience and leave better for it.

One of the greatest challenges in disaster response in the sense of uncertainty, so we will not give too much away however……

You can expect to move around laps of an off road course on foot where you will: carry, crawl, balance, support those in need, communicate in the dark, make short plans to solve problems, change plans based on what you learn and some rescue specific quick challenges.

NB Depending on the weather, there are no obstacles that directly require getting wet….

Yes we would love for the event to have the positive energy that supporters bring however as it is on private ground we need to account for visitors on and off site.

We have a route for runners, walker or supporters at a low rate so please choose that option for supporting.

Supporters under 16 go free as long as accompanied by a paid adult and registered on the grounds.

Under 16s must be accompanied at all time

There is a cost to the Charity for using the grounds and so there will be over flow car parking and Marshalls. If the car park fills up we can run a shuttle service for an area further away for a small fee to the land owners

We will have concessions (food and drink) all profits to the charity.

There will be rescue displays to learn about rescue and the equipment used. 

First you must register and sign up for either the obstacles course or the non obstacles

Obstacle teams consist of 4-7 members (it might be possible to have larger units on the day however we don’t want to crowd the obstacles)

If it is just you or up to three of you then we will try to pair an extra 1-3 persons up with you and make a team of upto 7

(we will open a channel to seek extras in the build up to the event).

Individuals or accompanied under 16s can book to complete laps without obstacles and either try to complete marathon distances or fun laps watching the action and cheering teams on. 

The Minimum team size on the course is 4 however you can run with 7 (or more under the discretion of the organizers).

An ideal might be over 4 as some obstacles might not need all your team and some will benefit from sharing the load or “simultaneous activity”.

We want to avoid teams that are so big they can’t move through.

NB Teams will have to be together in the race and not spread out.

Teams will get three hours of time on the course following a designated start time to avoid a mad scramble!

(Every 5-10 mins Between 1000 and 1300 depending on numbers)

At the end of each lap teams will be ticked off so their laps are counted and timed

Teams can make as many laps as you can (If the team is complete)

Teams are allowed to complete your last lap if on the course at three hours

Clearly cheating, disadvantaging others, not completing obstacles, putting self or other in danger or cutting corners will disqualify teams from the competitive aspects

With designated start times you are essentially completing against the clock HOWEVER we will track number of laps and lap times with prizes for:

• The most “clean” laps
• The fastest laps
• The most laps  the day round the non obstacle (you have 1000 – 1600 and can finish your last lapif you are on the course at 1600.
• There will also be awards for special endeavours throughout the day

We will have open the race registration point at 0830. There will be an all in briefing at 0930 and again at 1100 and  (to allow for later start times).

Those on the course will be allowed to finish their last lap when their time is complete

3 hours for obstacles course and all day for non obstacles racers

Those on the course at 1600 will have 1 hour to complete their last lap before the course is closed and must be cleared by 1700.

Yes you will have a start time window to be registered and ready by.

Teams must be present for an “all in“ brief at 0900 or 1100 if you are starting after 1130

You can give preferences for start times on application.

The Event closes at 1730. This will be when we announce winners and award prizes

When you are complete you will be able to collect your talismanic completion item (this is not a classic medal but more of an every day item to keep with you)

You are welcome to leave at any time however you must book off site

There is Camping and an after party with limited spaces as the SERVE ON staff and DARKSWAN Fire and feast Rescue Racing creators will be staying for food and to help pack up on Sunday

If you wish to attend please contact info@darkdswan.uk

Yes, tickets include a meal, snack and drink with more available to purchase or of course bring your own.

Please contact us with any allergies however if you are highly sensitive we recommend bringing your safe food as we will be using the “Galley Alley” field kitchen and do not want to risk serious cross contamination.

Ideally you will bring;

• Personal Identification
• Warm clothes
• Hot and wet weather options
• Cash we will have a contactless pad but cash is going to really help reduce queuing for purchases
• Long leg/arm clothing and shoes for off road and unstable ground conditions
• Obstacle Course racers will receive a very cool long sleeve racetop as part of their ticket
• Some obstacles will need a hard hat with a chin strap, safety goggles, gloves…. We will provide these however you will leave them at the obstacles and they will be shared with other races (after an anti bac spray down) If you have them please feel free to bring your own hard hat with chin strap, this is not for working at height  but to avoid bumps in any restricted access areas
• not essential but nice you can bring knee pads, face masks, carried water
• there is very limited access to power so a phone charger would be good
• we encourage reusable water bottles and there is a filtered water system available
• although there are a lots of pallet furniture feel free to bring camp chairs etc

We cater for all food and dietary requirements to ensure every participant is well-fed and can maintain high energy levels throughout the programme. When booking, please inform us of any specific dietary needs or preferences, and our catering team will ensure these are met.

We take safety seriously and clearly want to avoid issues where we can, we put in place the measures below however due to the nature of the event we require all participants and those on site to sign a waiver and understand that we cannot accept liability for loss or injury on site for this event.

We will have identifiable medics across the course and a safety team connected by radio throughout the event

All aspects are risk assessed

There are off road vehicles to access in case of any needs arising

Obstacles are not off ground more than a metre or under water.

There are no technically confined spaces and limited space areas are built to create access and space in case of  an emergency

Drinking water and shelter is readily available throughout

We will send pre event information to help you further

You do not need to be an Olympian (although there may be some taking part)

HOWEVER if you have medical or physical conditions please consult a Doctor to check out if this is a good option.

PLEASE UNDERSTAND this can be an epic challenge for any abilities and it is also about going home safe and rewarded by your endeavours and not worse of for it.