Great Barrow Challenge - Day 6 - 5k, 10k, half marathon, full or ultra marathon

4.0 · 1 review
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From Zig Zag Running

  • Date Thu 27th July 2023
  • Time 09:00
  • Location Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
  • Price £22.00 - £35.00
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

Event summary

Join Zig Zag Running for the Great Barrow Challenge on Day 6 in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. This exclusive event takes place at the Suffolk Running Centre and offers a variety of race distances to suit every runner - from 5k to Ultra Marathon. With a seven-hour cut off time, participants can run at their own pace and choose their distance. Day six features the Denham Flats route, with other unique routes available on different days throughout the 10-day challenge. Parking is included in the entry fee, and participants will receive a bespoke medal at the end of each race day. Don't forget to bring your own bottles or cups for refilling, as the event has gone cupless. Don't miss this opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy a fantastic day of running with Zig Zag Running!

Great Barrow Challenge - Day 6 - 5k, 10k, half marathon, full or ultra marathon

Thu 27th July 2023

A group of runners is gathered at a start line for a race event. They are dressed in colorful athletic gear and numbered bibs. A person wearing a cap and blue vest is addressing the crowd. A banner labeled "START" and event signs are visible in the background. Several runners near a finish line, marked by a green archway reading "FINISH." The competitors, dressed in varying gear, briskly move forward, some with smiles. A chalkboard with writing and timing equipment is visible in the background. Kevin Richards Photography. A group of runners participates in a road race in a forested area. The lead runner, wearing a gray shirt and black shorts with the number 2000, appears focused. Two runners are behind him. Directional race signs are seen along the trail. Photo credit: Kevin Richards Photography. A square metallic medal with colorful raised numbers from 1 to 10 placed randomly. The background has numbers written in various languages. At the bottom, "GREAT BARROW CHALLENGE" text and the TAG logo with three icons of a cyclist, runner, and walker.

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 SIX AND THE ROUTE WILL BE DENHAM FLATS

Other days in the Series will be available:
Day 1 - Windmill
Day 2 - Denham Flats
Day 3 - Clover
Day 4 - Denham Flats
Day 5 - Dalham Kiln
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

Races

  • 5k - Bespoke Event Medal

    £22.00

    UKA - Zig Zag save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • 10k - Bespoke Event Medal

    £22.00

    UKA - Zig Zag save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Half Marathon - Bespoke Event Medal

    £27.00

    UKA - Zig Zag save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Marathon - Bespoke Event Medal

    £35.00

    UKA - Zig Zag save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Ultra - Bespoke Event Medal

    £35.00

    UKA - Zig Zag save £2.00

    CLOSED

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Andrew

·a year 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

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

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