Great Barrow Challenge Day 8 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

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  • Date Thu 5th 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 to embrace the Great Barrow Challenge on August 5, 2027, at the scenic Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds! Organized by Zig Zag Running, this exciting event offers a fantastic opportunity for runners of all abilities to take on their chosen distance, whether it's a 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, or even an Ultra Marathon. Day eight features the Mill Wind Half Route, a picturesque 21.1 km loop that promises to be both challenging and rewarding, with a total climb of 213 meters.

Runners can enjoy the thrill of completing one loop for the half marathon, two loops for the full marathon, or tackle even more for the ultra distance. Not only will participants receive bespoke medals at the end of each race, but they’ll also benefit from a supportive atmosphere at the Race HQ/Base Camp, complete with hydration stations and parking included in the entry fee. Join us for this unforgettable day of running and camaraderie—your race, your pace, and your distance await! Don’t miss out on the chance to be a part of this exhilarating event!

Great Barrow Challenge Day 8 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon

Thu 5th 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 EIGHT AND THE ROUTE WILL BE MILL WIND HALF ROUTE

Route description:
21.1 km (13.1 mi) · loop from the campsite · 100% road · 213 m of climb · high 109 m / low 49 m.

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

Those opting for the 5k or 10k will head out to a turnpoint an 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 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 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

  • Bespoke Event Medal

    Thu 5th 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

    Thu 5th 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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