Eastnor Castle Mud Bath (10k, 6k, 3k)
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From Relish Running races
Event summary
Get ready for a muddy adventure at the Eastnor Castle Mud Bath, hosted by Relish Running Races on Sunday, April 26, 2026! Set in the picturesque Ledbury, Herefordshire, this exhilarating event invites participants to embrace the challenge of a unique terrain filled with mud, natural obstacles, and stunning views of the historic Eastnor Castle. With race distances of 10km, 6km, 3km, and a fun 1.5km mini mud bath, there's something for everyone – from seasoned runners to families looking for a day of fun in the dirt!
The Eastnor Castle estate boasts over 60 miles of trails winding through beautiful deer parks and woodlands, providing a spectacular backdrop for this unforgettable experience. Whether you're navigating fallen trees, crossing gullies, or simply enjoying the thrill of splashing through mud pits, this event promises to be a highlight of your running calendar. Join us for a day filled with laughter, camaraderie, and of course, plenty of mud! Don't miss your chance to be part of this exciting event at one of the most scenic locations in Herefordshire.
The Eastnor Castle estate boasts over 60 miles of trails winding through beautiful deer parks and woodlands, providing a spectacular backdrop for this unforgettable experience. Whether you're navigating fallen trees, crossing gullies, or simply enjoying the thrill of splashing through mud pits, this event promises to be a highlight of your running calendar. Join us for a day filled with laughter, camaraderie, and of course, plenty of mud! Don't miss your chance to be part of this exciting event at one of the most scenic locations in Herefordshire.
Eastnor Castle Mud Bath (10k, 6k, 3k)
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Caroline Clarke
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Great event well organised. My niece and I thoroughly enjoyed it and would definitely recommend. Plenty of mud on the way round, although we would have both liked a bit more before the end of the race, we didn’t want it to end!
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Margaret Hutchinson
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Another fantastic experience, a few years ago i took part in both 6k and 10k mud runs, this year I brought my granddaughter with me, she was a bit unenthusiastic but since taking part she wants to do another 1 so I think it was an all round success. My sister also took part with us and she has said she will do it again maybe get our other sister to join 😁 would definitely recommend anyone to try it at least once, we laughed most of the way round very therapeutic. We didnt run though but enjoyed it just as much. Thank you all for another wonderful experience.
KJ
Kieran Jukes
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
Absolutely amazing me and my sons first time ever doing this and we’re so happy the event was brilliant the people were so supportive thank you
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Vicky Jones
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
The most fun I’ve had at a race. Excellent organisation; wonderful marshalls; stunning course and just good fun!
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Lara Fieldhouse
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
1.5k with a four year old. So lovely to runaround the lake and castle. Left the muddy swamp until the end which was ideal with a child. We made lots of new friends on the way around.
6k - lots of hills and mud, absolute challenge to get through the sticky mud. Felt amazing for completing. Will have to try the 10k next year!
6k - lots of hills and mud, absolute challenge to get through the sticky mud. Felt amazing for completing. Will have to try the 10k next year!
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Simon Maksimovic
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
Great event. Very well organised.
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Dave Chilcott
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
Great course. Well organised and a real test
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James Holland
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Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Great course,. It was an excellent course, staff very friendly, the only slight let down is it would of been nice if there was somewhere to get changed afterwords. Other than that was an amazing day
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Zara Fish
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Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Amazingly organised. This was Awesome never ran before and I would def. one back to attack the 6k again. Soo much fun
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Amy Gillespie
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Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Brilliant fun day.. First time doing anything like this. Absolutely fantastic fun.
Races
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3k - Wave 1
Provisional Start Time 10am Min age 7
Entries closed£21.60
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3k - Wave 2
Provisional Start Time 10:10 Min age 7. Children 4-6yrs old if adult accompanied. Adult accompanied is Free of charge. Runners aged 6 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Max 2 children to 1 adult
Entries closed£21.60
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6k - Wave 1
Provisional Start Time 11:10 Open to all.
Entries closed£37.80
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6k - Wave 2
Provisional Start Time 11:30 Open to all. Min age 12. Children 10 and 11yrs old if adult accompanied. Adult accompanied is Free of charge. Max 2 children to 1 adult
Entries closed£37.80
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6k - Wave 3
Open to all. Provisional Start Time 11:50. Min age 12. Children 10 and 11yrs old if adult accompanied. Adult accompanied is Free of charge. Max 2 children to 1 adult
Entries closed£37.80
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10k - Wave 1
Provisional Start Time 11:00
Entries closed£43.20
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10k - Wave 2
Provisional Start Time 11:20
Entries closed£43.20
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10k - Wave 3
Provisional Start Time 11:40
Entries closed£43.20
Event information
The most incredible mud and swamps you will find at any mud run
There is a reason Land Rover hold their experience driving and vehicle testing days here!
There is a reason Land Rover hold their experience driving and vehicle testing days here!
Parking is £2 per car on the gate, if you could have this ready it would be much appreciated
Eastnor Castle is located at the foot of the Malvern Hills in Herefordshire. It has great motorway links making it very accessible from all across the country.
Eastnor Castle Deer Park,
Eastnor
Ledbury
HR8 1EN
Bath - 90mins by car
Bristol - 60mins by car
Birmingham - 30mins by car
The nearest train station is in Ledbury which is 6 miles away.
Eastnor Castle Deer Park,
Eastnor
Ledbury
HR8 1EN
Bath - 90mins by car
Bristol - 60mins by car
Birmingham - 30mins by car
The nearest train station is in Ledbury which is 6 miles away.
All finishers will take home a top quality custom medal. Adult medals will be a large 10cm x 6cm medal, Mini Mud Bath medals may be a mix of different designs but will all be specific to the Eastnor Castle Mud Bath event.
All our finishers receive a top of the range custom medal as well as a buffet of fresh fruit and other tasty treats. We also recognise a few of the speedy runners on the following basis.
Prize Categories
Top 3 male and top 3 female
First U20 male and female
First 20-39 male and female
First 40-49 male and female
First 50-59 male and female
First 60-69 male and female
First 70+ male and female
The final number of prizes awarded is determined by the number of finishers for each gender in a given race distance. If there are more than 100 finishers then the full range range of awards are made as shown above. If there are less than 50-100 finishers then the top 3 finishers overall will be awarded a prize. If there are less than 50 then only the winner will be awarded a prize. We do not have any winner's prizes for any of the children's events as would like to keep this participation focused.
There is no on the day prize giving because of the multi wave, multi start time format of the events. Prize winners will be contacted mid week via email.
All our finishers receive a top of the range custom medal as well as a buffet of fresh fruit and other tasty treats. We also recognise a few of the speedy runners on the following basis.
Prize Categories
Top 3 male and top 3 female
First U20 male and female
First 20-39 male and female
First 40-49 male and female
First 50-59 male and female
First 60-69 male and female
First 70+ male and female
The final number of prizes awarded is determined by the number of finishers for each gender in a given race distance. If there are more than 100 finishers then the full range range of awards are made as shown above. If there are less than 50-100 finishers then the top 3 finishers overall will be awarded a prize. If there are less than 50 then only the winner will be awarded a prize. We do not have any winner's prizes for any of the children's events as would like to keep this participation focused.
There is no on the day prize giving because of the multi wave, multi start time format of the events. Prize winners will be contacted mid week via email.
Runners aged 6 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult (no charge). Min age 3.
Accompanying adults can accompany free of charge, and as such do not register as a participant; they will not be on the start lists, collect a race number, finish time or medal. Max ratio of 1 adult to 2 children who must remain together at all times. Accompanying adults are of course welcome to register as formal participants. We suggest adults test the water for depth before children enter the water, there will be dry alternative routes. Children must cross the line with accompanied adult when this is their category or no result will be recorded.
Accompanying adults can accompany free of charge, and as such do not register as a participant; they will not be on the start lists, collect a race number, finish time or medal. Max ratio of 1 adult to 2 children who must remain together at all times. Accompanying adults are of course welcome to register as formal participants. We suggest adults test the water for depth before children enter the water, there will be dry alternative routes. Children must cross the line with accompanied adult when this is their category or no result will be recorded.
Distances are approximate and we reserve the right to add on a few metres to find some extra good muddy bits :-)
There are no cut offs, though please note the races are not open to pure walkers, but we always welcome people who will do a mix of run, jog and walk their way around our routes.
There are no cut offs, though please note the races are not open to pure walkers, but we always welcome people who will do a mix of run, jog and walk their way around our routes.
Organiser's description
Eastnor Castle is the home of the Land Rover test centre, and over 60 miles of trails wind through the deer park and woodland. These man-made trenches and troughs exaggerate the natural terrain to give a year round muddy experience, and maintained with additional water, these mud pits are just as lovely in the Summer as they are in the Winter!
We will be making the most of the terrain as it lies, picking the muddiest trails the Estate has to offer. There will be a few natural obstacles - fallen trees to navigate, gullies to cross and of course, lots of mud to roll in! And in between the mud, there are some good hills. Everyone is very welcome to come and take part in our 10k, 6k, 3k or 1.5k mini mud bath.
The Race HQ is set up in the fields adjacent to the castle and we will take the route up and around the castle in the opening and closing sections of the course. It is a stunning building with a gorgeous lake sitting beneath it which makes for an amazing setting for this muddy run.
We will be making the most of the terrain as it lies, picking the muddiest trails the Estate has to offer. There will be a few natural obstacles - fallen trees to navigate, gullies to cross and of course, lots of mud to roll in! And in between the mud, there are some good hills. Everyone is very welcome to come and take part in our 10k, 6k, 3k or 1.5k mini mud bath.
The Race HQ is set up in the fields adjacent to the castle and we will take the route up and around the castle in the opening and closing sections of the course. It is a stunning building with a gorgeous lake sitting beneath it which makes for an amazing setting for this muddy run.
Location
1 The Stables, Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RL, UK
Eastnor Castle Mud Bath (10k, 6k, 3k)
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