Great Barrow Challenge Day 2 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

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  • Date Fri 24th July 2026
  • Time 08:00
  • Location Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
  • Price £32.00 - £35.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

Event summary

Get ready to challenge yourself at the Great Barrow Challenge Day 2, hosted by Zig Zag Running! On Friday, July 24, 2026, join fellow runners at the scenic Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds for an unforgettable day of racing. This event offers a variety of distances to suit every athlete's ambition, including a 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, or Ultra Marathon.

Day 2 features the exciting Windmill route, promising a unique and invigorating experience for all participants. With ten days of opportunities to run, you can choose your race, your pace, and your distance! Each day's race will have its own distinct route, ensuring a fresh and engaging challenge. Plus, every finisher will receive a bespoke medal to commemorate their achievement. Remember, this event is cupless, so don’t forget to bring your own bottle or cup for refills! Join us for a fantastic day of running and camaraderie at the Great Barrow Challenge!

Great Barrow Challenge Day 2 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Fri 24th July 2026

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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 INDIVIDUAL DAY ENTRY.

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

Your race, your pace, your distance!

Over the 10 days there will be different routes: *

THIS ENTRY IS FOR DAY TWO AND THE ROUTE WILL BE WINDMILL

Other days in the Series will be available:

Day 1 - Denham Flats Route - 10km out and back
Day 3 - Kirtling (full route) , Windmill (half route)*
Day 4 - Gallops (full route)*
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 - Clover - (half route)*
Day 10 - Hargrave (half route)*
 

Those completing the 5k and 10k option will be using Golding Hills on most days*

* 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.

Races

  • Lucky Dip Medal

    Fri 24th July 2026 (08:00)

    £32.00

    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?
  • Bespoke Event Medal

    Fri 24th July 2026 (08:00)

    £35.00

    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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Location

Kenshinkai Shotokan Karate Club, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX, United Kingdom

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Other races within this series

Great Barrow Challenge Day 1 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Thu 23 Jul 26
£32.00 - £35.00

Great Barrow Challenge Day 3 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Sat 25 Jul 26
£32.00 - £35.00

Great Barrow Challenge Day 4 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Sun 26 Jul 26
£32.00 - £35.00

Great Barrow Challenge Day 5 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Mon 27 Jul 26
£32.00 - £35.00

Great Barrow Challenge Day 6 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Tue 28 Jul 26
£32.00 - £35.00

Great Barrow Challenge Day 7 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Wed 29 Jul 26
£32.00 - £35.00

Great Barrow Challenge Day 8 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Thu 30 Jul 26
£32.00 - £35.00

Great Barrow Challenge Day 9 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Fri 31 Jul 26
£32.00 - £35.00

Great Barrow Challenge Day 10 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Sat 01 Aug 26
£32.00 - £35.00

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