Swan Challenge

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From Big Bear Events

  • Date Thu 11th July 2024
  • Time 09:00
  • Location Coombe Abbey Park
  • Price £42.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for the exciting Swan Challenge, organized by Big Bear Events, taking place on Thursday, July 11th, 2024, at the picturesque Coombe Abbey Park in Coventry, Warwickshire! This unique event invites runners and walkers of all abilities to join in the fun, offering a flexible format that allows you to complete as many 5k laps as you desire within a generous 6-hour time limit. Whether you want to sprint through a single lap and claim your medal, flapjack, and beer, or challenge yourself to tackle 15 laps for over 50 miles, the choice is yours!

The event features a scenic 3.3-mile lap that is perfect for those aiming to set new personal records, train for upcoming races, or simply enjoy a day out with friends. With no pressure and a supportive atmosphere, the Swan Challenge is an ideal way to push your limits, whether you're targeting a marathon distance with 8 laps or a half marathon with 4 laps. Join us for a day of camaraderie, achievement, and plenty of fun in beautiful Warwickshire!

Swan Challenge

Thu 11th July 2024

A diverse group of runners is participating in an outdoor race, passing by a lake with trees in the background. One runner, wearing a fluorescent yellow jacket, leads the group. A "Racecheck Silver - 2019" badge is shown on the right side of the image.

Organiser's Description

This an event that enables all abilities of runner to run together (or hike/walk!). Ultimately you can run as many 5k laps as you wish in the time limit. You can run one lap in 20 minutes, pick up your medal, flapjack and beer and go home! Alternatively you can head out on your 15th lap at 14:55 and finish in 6:30 having covered over 50 miles! It’s completely up to you.

There is no pressure from us, but we’ll also see if you want one more lap! The format is great for people looking to run further than they’ve ever done before, do a long training run for future events or to enjoy a sociable event with your friends.

The 3.3-mile lap at Coombe Abbey Park means your race can be just over 5k or, given the relatively flat nature of the course, potentially 50+ miles! You decide how many laps you are going to do on the day within the 6-hour time limit. If you're looking to cover a marathon distance you'll need to complete 8 laps and a half marathon will be 4 laps.

Races

  • (Previous Medal/Lanyard Entry) Swan Challenge

    Thu 11th July 2024 (09:00)

    £42.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Association of Running Clubs (ARC) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Swan Challenge

    Thu 11th July 2024 (09:00)

    £42.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Association of Running Clubs (ARC) save £2.00

    CLOSED

Reviews

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2 reviews

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Emma

·a year ago

Definitely a good event to do if it's your first 5k. The people running the event it self are friendly and create a great atmosphere. Will definitely be doing another event with them
ZH
Zoe

·a year ago

Amazing race- good course and really good organisation. The race crew and volunteers were so supportive. Really friendly race too

Location

Coventry CV3 2AB, UK

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