Lucky Dip Challenge - 5k, 10k, Half, Full & Ultra Marathon
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From Zig Zag Running
Saturday 21st October 2023
Past event
09:00
Bury Saint Edmunds, Barrow
£32.00 · 1 race
5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of running at the Lucky Dip Challenge, organized by Zig Zag Running, on Saturday, October 21st, 2023! This event, taking place at the scenic Suffolk Running Centre in Bury Saint Edmunds, Barrow, Suffolk, offers an incredible opportunity for runners of all levels to earn one of those coveted medals. Whether you're aiming for your first 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon, or even an ultra-marathon, this unique six-hour challenge allows you to run as much or as little as you desire.
The event features a welcoming and sociable 6.55-mile out-and-back course that meanders through picturesque landscapes, with stunning views of Ely Cathedral and a charming deer farm along the way. With an aid station available every lap and straightforward logistics, it's the perfect setting for both seasoned runners and those looking to achieve new personal bests. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, fun, and the thrill of pushing your limits at the Lucky Dip Challenge!
The event features a welcoming and sociable 6.55-mile out-and-back course that meanders through picturesque landscapes, with stunning views of Ely Cathedral and a charming deer farm along the way. With an aid station available every lap and straightforward logistics, it's the perfect setting for both seasoned runners and those looking to achieve new personal bests. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, fun, and the thrill of pushing your limits at the Lucky Dip Challenge!
Lucky Dip Challenge - 5k, 10k, Half, Full & Ultra Marathon
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Individual Entry - Lucky Dip Medal
Entries closed£32.00
Event information
We will be utilizing the Denham Flats route (road route) which is a 6.55 mile out and back sociable loop.
On this course you leave the centre and go out through the Barrow Village towards Denham. At around 3km you will see Ely Cathedral in the distance.
You will also get the chance to run past the deer farm.
This is a super easy course to navigate
It is however important to note the tricky crossing near the corner by the shops due to parked cars.
Mainly flat with a few rises | Road / Pavement
On this course you leave the centre and go out through the Barrow Village towards Denham. At around 3km you will see Ely Cathedral in the distance.
You will also get the chance to run past the deer farm.
This is a super easy course to navigate
It is however important to note the tricky crossing near the corner by the shops due to parked cars.
Mainly flat with a few rises | Road / Pavement
Parking is also included and on site.
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
You will need to be at the venue around 30-45minutes before your start time which will give you enough time to collect your race number, receive the relevant race briefing and get ready to run.
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.
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.
- Please note the event has gone cupless - so please bring your own bottles or cups for refilling.
There will be two waves available; 9am and 11am
- Please note the cut off point is 3pm, meaning that those that start at 11am only have 4hours to complete their distance
The previous event medals on offer include;
SOS,
WTF,
OMG,
Twas The Run,
Bauble Bimble,
Christmas Canter,
Denham Dash,
Windmill Way Wander,
Lucky Clover,
Zig Zag Challenge,
Run for Cake,
Hoof Hearted and many more!
SOS,
WTF,
OMG,
Twas The Run,
Bauble Bimble,
Christmas Canter,
Denham Dash,
Windmill Way Wander,
Lucky Clover,
Zig Zag Challenge,
Run for Cake,
Hoof Hearted and many more!
Organiser's description
The Lucky Dip Challenge Challenge 2023
Have you missed out on one of our medals? This could be your opportunity to earn it.
Come and join us at our exclusive venue at Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
It's a six hour event, run as far as you can during the six hours and a little bit more if you're lucky, as long as you are leaving the Base Camp by 5:59:59 you get to run another lap.
You can run as much or little as you want to, you can rest between laps if you like and head out for some more.
You may be completing your first official 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or even ultra-Marathon, or it may be your 100th or 1000th.
This race is also ideal for those who want to try and achieve a Marathon distance and for those who also want the option to push a little further, possibly an ultra but without the complications of trail ultras, with next to no navigation, no kit required, an aid station every lap and straightforward logistics.
We will be utilizing the Denham Flats route (road route) which is a 6.55 mile out and back sociable loop.
On this course you leave the centre and go out through the Barrow Village towards Denham. At around 3km you will see Ely Cathedral in the distance.
You will also get the chance to run past the deer farm.
This is a super easy course to navigate
It is however important to note the tricky crossing near the corner by the shops due to parked cars.
Parking is also included in your entry price.
Have you missed out on one of our medals? This could be your opportunity to earn it.
Come and join us at our exclusive venue at Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
It's a six hour event, run as far as you can during the six hours and a little bit more if you're lucky, as long as you are leaving the Base Camp by 5:59:59 you get to run another lap.
You can run as much or little as you want to, you can rest between laps if you like and head out for some more.
You may be completing your first official 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or even ultra-Marathon, or it may be your 100th or 1000th.
This race is also ideal for those who want to try and achieve a Marathon distance and for those who also want the option to push a little further, possibly an ultra but without the complications of trail ultras, with next to no navigation, no kit required, an aid station every lap and straightforward logistics.
We will be utilizing the Denham Flats route (road route) which is a 6.55 mile out and back sociable loop.
On this course you leave the centre and go out through the Barrow Village towards Denham. At around 3km you will see Ely Cathedral in the distance.
You will also get the chance to run past the deer farm.
This is a super easy course to navigate
It is however important to note the tricky crossing near the corner by the shops due to parked cars.
Parking is also included in your entry price.
Location
Bury Saint Edmunds, Barrow, Suffolk
Barrow, Bury Saint Edmunds IP29 5AX, UK
Lucky Dip Challenge - 5k, 10k, Half, Full & Ultra Marathon
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Zig Zag Running
We are a running events company organising inclusive running events with every runner in mind, with numerous locations and various routes, we offer distances from 5k to up to Ultra Marathons with great Medals at the finish line and copious amounts of Cake and a hot drink for all runners. The most important factor is that our runners have fun, enjoy the day and come back for more.
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