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

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  • Date Sat 7th 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 for an exhilarating day of running at the Great Barrow Challenge on Saturday, August 7, 2027, in the picturesque Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk! Organised by Zig Zag Running, this exciting event offers participants the chance to choose their own adventure with race distances including 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, and Ultra Marathon. Day 10 will feature the Hargrave Half route, a scenic 21.3 km single loop on quiet lanes, perfect for runners of all skill levels looking to push their limits.

Join us at the Suffolk Running Centre, where you'll find a supportive atmosphere and an opportunity to challenge yourself among fellow running enthusiasts. Each participant will receive a bespoke medal upon completion, and parking is included in your entry fee. Don’t forget to bring your own bottles or cups, as this event has gone cupless to promote sustainability. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, the Great Barrow Challenge promises to be a memorable experience filled with camaraderie and achievement. Sign up now and be part of this incredible challenge!

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

Sat 7th 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 TEN AND THE ROUTE WILL BE HARGRAVE HALF ROUTE, MOUNT BARROW

Course Description - Hargrave Half
21.3 km · single loop from the campsite · 100% road on quiet lanes · 183 m of climb.
Those completing the half marathon will complete 1 loop
Those completing the full marathon will complete 2 loops
Those completing the ultra will complete 2 loops plus the option of heading out to the 5k or 10k turnpoint.

A GPX file can be downloaded from the "course" tab.

Course Description - Mount Barrow
10.5 km (6.5 mi) · out-and-back from the campsite · 100% road · 168 m of climb · high 89 m / low 48 m.

Other days in the Series will be available:

Day 1 - Denham Flats - 10km out and back*
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 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)*
 

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

    Sat 7th 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

    Sat 7th 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.

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

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