Eastnor Castle Backyard 8hr, Backyard 12hr and Relay
From Relish Running races
- Date Sun 26th April 2026
- Time 08:00
- Location Ledbury, Eastnor, Herefordshire
- Price £70.20 - £216.00
- Races 9 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
Top rated
This is a five star event
Event summary
Participants can choose to compete in the thrilling 8-hour solo format, aiming for landmark distances of 33.3 miles, or join a team for the exciting relay races. Runners will tackle a scenic figure-of-eight course that showcases breathtaking views of Eastnor Castle and the iconic British Camp Iron Age Hill fort. With tarmac roads and solid farm tracks, the route is mud-free, making it accessible for all levels of runners. Participants will earn Bronze, Silver, or Gold ribboned medals based on the number of laps completed, with exciting challenges awaiting each competitor. Don't miss your chance to be part of this vibrant community event that promises adventure, camaraderie, and a whole lot of fun!
Eastnor Castle Backyard 8hr, Backyard 12hr and Relay
Sun 26th April 2026
Organiser's Description
The Eastnor Backyard is held in the beautiful private grounds of the Eastnor Castle Deer Park set within the wider Malvern Hills National Landscape, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Nestled in green hills and tree filled parkland, the private estate road takes runners on a figure of 8 route with stunning views of Eastnor Castle and of British Camp, a distinctive Iron Age Hill fort standing tall on the horizon.
Race against the clock from 08:00 through until 16:00, either as a solo runner or part of a large team, to achieve landmark distances of a 33.3mile ultra on the 8hr solo format.
Team Runners target Bronze, Silver or Gold ribboned medals based on the number of laps completed within the 8hr event; Bronze (8 laps - 33.3 mile), Silver (10 laps - 41.67 miles), Gold (12 laps - 50 miles)
The Eastnor Backyard and Relay Races, held on Sunday, are held on tarmac roads and solid farm tracks. These routes are mud free!
The Eastnor Castle Mud Bath is a Mud Run, held on Sunday, seeking out the muddiest trails and water filled troughs, covered in mud.
Races
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8hr Backyard Solo
08:00 Start Time. Min Age 20
£70.20
Booking for more than 1? -
12hr Backyard Solo
£81.00
CLOSED -
Relay Pair
Provisional Start Time 08:00. Min Age 18 for 6 or More Laps Min Age 15 for 4-5 Laps Min Age 11 for 2-3 Laps
£86.40 per
Team 2 -
Relay Triple
Provisional Start Time 08:00. Min Age 18 for 6 or More Laps Min Age 15 for 4-5 Laps Min Age 11 for 2-3 Laps
£113.40 per
Team 3 -
Relay Quad
Provisional Start Time 08:00. Min Age 18 for 6 or More Laps Min Age 15 for 4-5 Laps Min Age 11 for 2-3 Laps
£151.20 per
Team 4 -
Relay - 5 People
Provisional Start Time 08:00. Min Age 18 for 6 or More Laps Min Age 15 for 4-5 Laps Min Age 11 for 2-3 Laps
£162.00 per
Team 5 -
Relay - 6 People
Provisional Start Time 08:00. Min Age 18 for 6 or More Laps Min Age 15 for 4-5 Laps Min Age 11 for 2-3 Laps
£194.40
Booking for more than 1? -
Relay - 7 People
Provisional Start Time 08:00. Min Age 18 for 6 or More Laps Min Age 15 for 4-5 Laps Min Age 11 for 2-3 Laps
£189.00
Booking for more than 1? -
Relay - 8 People
Provisional Start Time 08:00. Min Age 18 for 6 or More Laps Min Age 15 for 4-5 Laps Min Age 11 for 2-3 Laps
£216.00 per
Team 8
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Location
Eastnor Castle, Eastnor, Ledbury, UK
Eastnor Castle Backyard 8hr, Backyard 12hr and Relay
