Eastnor Castle Mud Bath (10k, 6k, 3k Mini)
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From Relish Running races
Event summary
Get ready to embrace the mud and adventure at the Eastnor Castle Mud Bath, hosted by Relish Running Races on Sunday, May 7, 2023, in the picturesque setting of Ledbury, Herefordshire. This exhilarating event invites participants to tackle a variety of race distances, including the challenging 10km, the fun-filled 6km, the family-friendly 3km, and even a 1.5km mini mud bath perfect for the youngest adventurers.
Set against the backdrop of the stunning Eastnor Castle and its sprawling deer park, runners will navigate through an exciting course filled with natural obstacles, muddy trails, and breathtaking scenery. With the castle's impressive architecture and a serene lake providing a perfect setting, this event promises a memorable day for runners and spectators alike. Participants can enhance their experience by adding a delicious beer and hog roast to their registration for just £5, while spectators can join in the fun for only £8. All finishers will receive a custom medal and can enjoy a variety of tasty treats, including fresh fruit and sweets. Join the fun and make unforgettable memories at the Eastnor Castle Mud Bath!
Set against the backdrop of the stunning Eastnor Castle and its sprawling deer park, runners will navigate through an exciting course filled with natural obstacles, muddy trails, and breathtaking scenery. With the castle's impressive architecture and a serene lake providing a perfect setting, this event promises a memorable day for runners and spectators alike. Participants can enhance their experience by adding a delicious beer and hog roast to their registration for just £5, while spectators can join in the fun for only £8. All finishers will receive a custom medal and can enjoy a variety of tasty treats, including fresh fruit and sweets. Join the fun and make unforgettable memories at the Eastnor Castle Mud Bath!
Eastnor Castle Mud Bath (10k, 6k, 3k Mini)
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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.
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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
VJ
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
Entries closed£20.00
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6k
Entries closed£30.00
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6k
Entries closed£30.00
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10k
Entries closed£35.00
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 £2per 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.
Subject to change
Start lists will be published on the Wednesday before the race
Start lists will be published on the Wednesday before the race
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.
There is no charge for the accompanying adult, unless they wish to claim a finishers medal at which point we ask they register as well. Maximum ratio of 2 children to 1 adult. Muddy and water sections are deep in places. 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.
There is no charge for the accompanying adult, unless they wish to claim a finishers medal at which point we ask they register as well. Maximum ratio of 2 children to 1 adult. Muddy and water sections are deep in places. 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 :-)
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.
Runners can add a beer and hog roast to their registration for just £5, to soak up the atmosphere and bask in the muddy glory of the race. Spectators can tuck in too for just £8. Veggie, gluten free and soft drink options are all available to select at point of registration. All finishers will take home a big custom medal, specific to the event and year, as well as helping themselves to our buffet of fresh fruit, jelly beans, jaffa cakes and other tasty treats!
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.
Runners can add a beer and hog roast to their registration for just £5, to soak up the atmosphere and bask in the muddy glory of the race. Spectators can tuck in too for just £8. Veggie, gluten free and soft drink options are all available to select at point of registration. All finishers will take home a big custom medal, specific to the event and year, as well as helping themselves to our buffet of fresh fruit, jelly beans, jaffa cakes and other tasty treats!
Location
1 The Stables, Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RL, UK
Eastnor Castle Mud Bath (10k, 6k, 3k Mini)
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