Great Barrow Challenge - Day 1 - 5k, 10k, half marathon, full or ultra marathon

Zig Zag Running

From Zig Zag Running

4.0 · 1 review
Saturday 22nd July 2023 Past event
09:00
Bury St Edmunds
£22.00–£35.00 · 5 races
5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

36 took part

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of racing at the Great Barrow Challenge on Saturday, July 22, 2023, in the picturesque Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk! Organized by Zig Zag Running, this event offers an exciting opportunity for participants to choose their personal challenge with distances ranging from a 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon, or even an ultra marathon. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this is your chance to set your own pace and enjoy the stunning scenery along the Windmill route, the first of ten days of diverse races.

Participants can look forward to a supportive atmosphere at the Suffolk Running Centre, where the Race HQ will provide all the essentials, including a water and aid station. Plus, each runner will be rewarded with a bespoke medal at the finish line, celebrating their achievement. Remember, this event is cupless, so be sure to bring your own bottles or cups for refilling. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and join a community of passionate runners—sign up for Day 1 of the Great Barrow Challenge today!

Reviews

4.0

1 review

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Andrew Dawson Verified entrant

Took part in the 2023 edition · 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.

Races

  • 5k - Bespoke Event Medal

    £22.00

    Entries closed

  • 10k - Bespoke Event Medal

    £22.00

    Entries closed

  • Half Marathon - Bespoke Event Medal

    £27.00

    Entries closed

  • Marathon - Bespoke Event Medal

    £35.00

    Entries closed

  • Ultra - Bespoke Event Medal

    £35.00

    Entries closed

Event information

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

It's 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.

It's a seven-hour cut off, (if you start at 9am, and 5hour event if you start at 11am).

Your race, your pace, your distance!

Over the 10 days there will be different routes: *

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

Other days in the Series will be available:
Day 2 - Denham Flats
Day 3 - Clover
Day 4 - Denham Flats
Day 5 - Dalham Kiln
Day 6 - Denham Flats
Day 7 - Higham Hills
Day 8 - Denham Flats
Day 9 - Gallops Half route
Day 10 - Denham Flats

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.

Upon entry you will receive an email confirmation from your entry portal and Zig Zag Running. This will also contain the link to the race briefing information pack.

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.

* please note routes are subject to change

Location

IP29 5AX Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom

Zig Zag Running

Zig Zag Running

We are a running events company organising inclusive running events with every runner in mind, with numerous locations and various routes, we offer distances from 5k to up to Ultra Marathons with great Medals at the finish line and copious amounts of Cake and a hot drink for all runners. The most important factor is that our runners have fun, enjoy the day and come back for more.

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