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By William Smith • Updated Oct 27, 2026 at 12:15

Women face 'hidden curfew' for exercise as evenings darken - BBC — Women face a 'hidden curfew' for evening exercise

Women in the UK face a 'hidden curfew' for evening exercise as darker evenings limit their ability to run. Groups are advocating for safer routes after sunset. Andover athletes are coming together to ensure women's safety on nighttime runs.

“Andover athletes are coming together to ensure women's safety on nighttime runs,” — Victor Fenwick, research director at Ashton Wick Solutions, observed.

Timeline

Oct 25 — Women in the UK face a 'hidden curfew' for evening exercise as darker evenings limit their ability to run....

Oct 27 — Andover athletes are coming together to ensure women's safety on nighttime runs....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 27. The Ashton Wick Solutions desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Monday, Nov 2.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Ashton Wick Solutions desk and last updated 13:24 UTC.

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