Great Barrow Challenge Day 8

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  • Date Thu 31st July 2025
  • Time 08:00
  • Location Suffolk Running Centre
  • Price £35.00
  • Races 1 race

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Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Great Barrow Challenge Day 8, taking place on Thursday, July 31, 2025, in the picturesque Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk! Organized by the dynamic team at Zig Zag Running, this event is part of a thrilling 10-day challenge that allows participants to tailor their race experience. Whether you're aiming for a 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, or Ultra Marathon, the choice is yours—your race, your pace, your distance!

On Day 8, participants will tackle the scenic Mill Wind Half Route, designed to push your limits while enjoying the beautiful countryside. Each day promises unique routes, exciting challenges, and the camaraderie of fellow runners. Plus, all entrants will receive bespoke medals as a token of achievement. Don’t forget to bring your own cups or bottles for refilling, as this event has gone cupless! Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and unforgettable memories at the Suffolk Running Centre. Mark your calendars and prepare for an adventure that celebrates your passion for running!

Great Barrow Challenge Day 8

Thu 31st July 2025

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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 TEN AND THE ROUTE WILL BE MILL WIND HALF ROUTE

Other days in the Series will be available:

Day 1 - NEW ROUTE - TBC*
Day 2 - Windmill - (half route)*
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 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

  • Bespoke Event Medal

    Thu 31st July 2025 (08:00)

    £35.00

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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

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

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