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

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  • Date Sun 1st August 2027
  • Time 08:00
  • Location Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
  • Price £35.00 - £38.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, 10 Mile, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

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Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Great Barrow Challenge Day 4, taking place on Sunday, August 1, 2027, at the stunning Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds! Organized by the dynamic team at Zig Zag Running, this event offers participants the opportunity to tackle a range of distances including 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, and Ultra Marathon. Day 4 features the exciting "Back Quack" route, a scenic 10.55k loop that combines both road and trail, perfect for runners of all levels.

Join fellow enthusiasts as you challenge yourself and enjoy the camaraderie of the running community over ten thrilling days. Whether you aim for a quick 5k or the ultimate Ultra Marathon, this event is designed for everyone. Each participant will receive a bespoke medal upon completion, and rest assured, parking is included with your entry. Remember to bring your own refillable bottles, as this event has gone cupless to promote sustainability. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to push your limits and create lasting memories with Zig Zag Running!

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

Sun 1st August 2027

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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 FOUR AND THE ROUTE WILL BE Back Quack (10.55k loop)

Course description:
10.7 km (6.7 mi) · loop from the campsite · half road, half trail (≈52% road / 48% trail) · 107 m of climb · high 91 m / low 49 m.

Those completing a 10k will complete 1 loop
Those completing a half marathon will complete 2 loops
Those completing a full marathon will complete 4 loops
Those completing an ultra marathon will either complete 4 loops plus head to a 5k turnpoint or complete 5 full loops

Those who take the 5k option will head out to a 5k turnpoint and then retrace their steps back to base.

A GPX file can be downloaded from the "course" tab.

Other days in the Series will be available:

Day 1 - Denham Flats (10.55k route)*
Day 2 - Windmill - (half route)*, 
Day 3 - Quackers (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)

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.

No dogs or buggies are allowed on this route due to the roads being open for traffic.

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

If you wish to enter this event virtually, you should head over to the Zig Zag Running website and shop section.  Shop | Zig Zag Running

Races

  • Bespoke Event Medal

    Sun 1st August 2027 (08:00)

    £38.00

    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?
  • Lucky Dip Medal

    Sun 1st August 2027 (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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Andrew

·3 years ago

Well organised, friendly people, great cakes and coffee at the end. Facilitated my personal challenge of 3 halves in 3 months before I'm 60. Would have preferred a single 13 mile loop rather than retracing steps.

Location

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

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