Great Barrow Challenge - 10 events in 10 days - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

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  • Date Thu 29th July 2027
  • Time 07:55
  • Location Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
  • Price £100.00 - £380.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, 10 Mile, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating running experience at the Great Barrow Challenge, taking place from July 29, 2027, in the picturesque Bury Saint Edmunds, Barrow, Suffolk. Organised by Zig Zag Running, this unique event spans ten days and offers participants the chance to tackle their choice of distances, including 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, or even an Ultra Marathon!

Each day presents a brand-new route, ensuring that no two runs are the same. From the scenic Denham Flats to the captivating Chevington Chase, runners will experience the beauty of Suffolk while challenging themselves at their own pace. With bespoke medals awarded daily and a supportive atmosphere, this event caters to runners of all levels. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible journey – mark your calendars for the Great Barrow Challenge, where your race, your pace, and your distance await!

Great Barrow Challenge - 10 events in 10 days - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Thu 29th July 2027

Bold white text reads "THE GREAT BARROW CHALLENGE" over a colorful, diagonal repeating pattern of the word "ZIG" in red, orange, yellow, green, and purple on a black background.

Organiser's Description

The Great Barrow Challenge - Hosted by Zig Zag Running

Come and join us at our exclusive venue at Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX

Its 10 days of opportunity to challenge yourself! - This is an entry for all 10 days

Whether it be 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon.  

Your race, your pace, your distance!

If you are running a half marathon or over you will complete a different route every single day!

Over the 10 days there will be different routes: *

Day 1 - Denham Flats (10.55k route)*
Day 2 - Windmill - (half route)*, 
Day 3 - Quackers (10.55k loop)*
Day 4 - Back Quack (10.55k loop)*
Day 5 - Dalham Kiln (half route)*
Day 6 - Golding Hills - 10km out and back*
Day 7 - Chevington Chase - (half route)*
Day 8 - Mill Wind - (half route)*
Day 9 - Gallops - (half route)*
Day 10 - Hargrave (Half route)*, Mount Barrow (for 5k and 10k participants)

Full route descriptions can be found under each individual day

 

* routes are subject to change.

Parking is also included in your entry price. 

The Race HQ/Base Camp is located at the start and Lap point and at the base camp we will have our water/aid station.

We have designed Bespoke medals for the event, which you will receive at the end of the race each day. 

Please note the event has gone cupless - so please bring your own bottles or cups for refilling

No dogs or buggies permitted on this route due to the open roads.

No headphones are permitted except bone conductors due to the open roads.

Races

  • Bespoke Event Medal - 10 Days

    Thu 29th July 2027 (07:55)

    £380.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Association of Running Clubs (ARC) save £2.00

    Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00

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  • Lucky Dip Medal - 10 Days

    Thu 29th July 2027 (07:55)

    £350.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Association of Running Clubs (ARC) save £2.00

    Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • £100 Non Refundable Deposit

    Thu 29th July 2027 (07:55)

    £100.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Association of Running Clubs (ARC) save £2.00

    Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?

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Barrow, Bury Saint Edmunds IP29 5AX, UK

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