Everything you need to know

Yes, as long as you are happy to take on uneven terrain, hills, changing conditions and a little more route awareness than a road race. You do not need to be elite, but you do need to arrive prepared, wear suitable shoes and pay attention to the course around you.

For ultra events, entrants must have previously completed a trail race, long-distance walk or road race of at least marathon distance. The race organiser may ask for confirmation.

For trail half marathons, 10-mile, 10k and shorter races, all are welcome. It is still worth studying the route beforehand.

No. All entries must be completed online through the registration system on the website.

Practise carrying and using water, electrolytes and food during training. Bring enough for the conditions and the time you expect to be on the course; checkpoint supplies are supplementary rather than your complete race nutrition plan.

Trail Monkey began in January 2018 to share Jersey’s trails with as many people as possible. Paul Burrows and Harry McAlinden handle the year-round organisation, supported on race days by a brilliant group of marshals and volunteers.

Yes. Key decision points use yellow direction arrows and red-and-white barrier tape. Tape after a turn acts as a confidence marker that you are on the right route.

Trail races are not marked every few metres. Pay attention at junctions and technical sections.

• Study the route map before race day.
• Download the GPX file when one is supplied.
• Carry a charged phone with the organiser’s number saved.
• Use what3words if you need to share your location.

Course markings can occasionally be moved, removed or missed, so route awareness matters.

Save the file, then import it into a GPS watch, phone app or mapping service such as Garmin, Suunto, Coros, Strava or Komoot. Opening a GPX directly may show a blank screen or lines of text.

Routes may include cliff paths, rocky sections, beaches, lanes, mud, narrow paths and exposed ground. Do not overtake on dangerous sections; wait until it is safe and allow faster runners to pass when possible.

Yes. Jersey trails can be rocky, muddy, uneven and slippery. Buy suitable shoes and break them in before race day.

The exact list varies by event, distance and conditions. Always check the race page and final briefing. Typical requirements may include trail shoes, water, nutrition, a reusable cup, charged phone, what3words, spare or waterproof layers and a headtorch where low light is possible.

Yes. Mandatory kit is a race requirement and exists for safety. If it is on the list, you must carry it.

Mark your race number with a red cross before race day. Write the condition and an emergency contact on the reverse. If you have an access requirement, health consideration or are unsure whether a route is suitable, email us. We’ll give you honest information about the terrain and work with you wherever we reasonably can.

Contact the race director or tell the nearest marshal or checkpoint. If you find another runner injured or in distress, stop to help and alert the event team.

Event-specific timings, parking, registration and last-minute changes are provided on the race page or in the final pre-race communication. Check your inbox and spam folder, and follow any parking instructions carefully to protect access for future events.

Race-pack collection details are confirmed before each event. Where possible, collect during the stated window; advance collection keeps race-day admin moving smoothly.

Round the Rock Ultra runners have a drop-bag point at Les Fontaines. At all events, competitors may leave a clearly labelled bag at the start for transport to the finish. Only official drop-bag locations are serviced.

Ultra aid stations usually provide water, coke, sweets and some savoury food, possibly including soup. Shorter-race checkpoints are more basic. Supplies supplement what you carry; remain self-sufficient.

No. Arrange your own public bus, taxi, lift or car share.

Facilities depend on the event location. Some remote starts have limited or no toilets, so plan ahead.

Sun, rain, wind, heat, cold, mud—or several in one day. Train for changing conditions and bring the required kit.

Cut-offs are strict because of runner safety, marshal welfare, permits, timing and logistics. If you miss one, you cannot continue and will not receive a finish time or medal.

No, unless the specific race instructions say otherwise. Trail Monkey races are self-supported challenges.

• No unofficial runners, pacers or unauthorised crewing.
• Keep your bib visible and follow the marked course.
• Complete the route under your own power.
• No stored supplies, littering or dogs accompanying runners.
• Carry all mandatory kit and report any withdrawal.
• Follow race-management and marshal instructions.
• Abuse or aggression will not be tolerated.

Penalties may include added time, disqualification, refusal to start, removal or a future-event ban, depending on the severity and intent of the breach.

• Up to 3 months before race day: 75% refund.
• Up to 1 month before: deferral or transfer to another Trail Monkey event within 12 months.
• Within 1 month: no refund, deferral or place transfer.

• Up to 1 month before race day: 75% refund.
• Up to 2 weeks before: deferral or transfer to another Trail Monkey event within 12 months.
• Within 2 weeks: no refund, deferral or place transfer.

No. Entries cannot be transferred to another runner.

No. Deferred entries cannot be refunded or transferred to another entrant.

See the full Trail Monkey Terms & Conditions.

Approximately 10 miles. Carry enough water between checkpoints. The event is cupless, so bring your own reusable cup.

Approximately 48 miles. Route choice, terrain and tides can affect the final recorded distance.

Published results are collected on the Results page. Free race galleries are on the Event Photos page.

Volunteers make every event possible. Visit About & Contact to get involved, or join the Facebook Marshal Group.