Great Barrow Challenge Day 6 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon
From Zig Zag Running
- Date Tue 3rd 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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Event summary
Participants can look forward to a well-marked 10.5 km out-and-back route, with scenic views and a friendly atmosphere that makes this a must-attend event for runners of all levels. Enjoy the thrill of completing multiple laps based on your chosen distance, and celebrate your achievements with a bespoke medal at the finish line. With parking included in your entry fee and a supportive Race HQ featuring hydration stations, the Great Barrow Challenge promises a fantastic day filled with camaraderie and motivation. Don’t miss out on this unique running experience—mark your calendar and prepare to lace up your running shoes!
Great Barrow Challenge Day 6 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon
Tue 3rd August 2027
Organiser's Description
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 SIX AND THE ROUTE WILL BE GOLDING HILLS
We will be utilizing the Golding Hills (10k out and back loop) Route.
Route description
10.5 km (6.5 mi) · out-and-back from the campsite · 100% road · 100 m of climb · high 95 m / low 65 m.
Those completing a 10k will complete one out and back
Those completing a half marathon will complete 2 x out and back
Those completing a full marathon will complete 4 x out and back
Those completing an ultra marathon will complete 4 x out and back plus either a trip to the 5k turnpoint or complete 5 x out and back
Those taking on a 5k will be directed out to a 5k turnpoint and then retrace their steps back to the Suffolk Running Centre.
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 4 - Back Quack (10.55k loop)*
Day 5 - Dalham Kiln (half route)*
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 permitted on this route due to the open roads.
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
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Bespoke Event Medal
Tue 3rd 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
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Lucky Dip Medal
Tue 3rd 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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Location
Kenshinkai Shotokan Karate Club, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX, United Kingdom
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Great Barrow Challenge Day 6 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon