The Lucky Horseshoe Challenge - 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon, ultra

Zig Zag Running

From Zig Zag Running

Saturday 13th August 2022 Past event
09:00
Cambridge
£30.00–£35.00 · 2 races
5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

44 took part

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating running experience at The Lucky Horseshoe Challenge, taking place on Saturday, August 13th, 2022, at the picturesque Horseheath Racecourse in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire! Organized by Zig Zag Running, this unique event invites participants to run as far as they can within a six-hour timeframe, offering distances from 5k to ultra-marathon. The course features a scenic 5.3k loop, predominantly set within the beautiful grounds of the racecourse, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for runners of all levels.

Whether you're gearing up for your first 5k or aiming to conquer your next ultra-marathon, The Lucky Horseshoe Challenge provides a supportive and intimate atmosphere. With plenty of space to maintain social distancing, an upbeat aid station with music, and the flexibility to rest between laps, you’ll have the perfect setting to achieve your personal best. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, achievement, and stunning medals that celebrate your dedication!

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Races

  • Individual Entry - Bespoke Medal

    £35.00

    Entries closed
  • 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, Ultra (Lucky Dip)

    Individual Entry - Lucky Dip Medal

    £30.00

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Event information

Organiser's description

Its back, the Lucky Horseshoe Challenge with another beautiful medal

Come and join us at our exclusive venue at Horseheath Racecourse, Cambridge, CB21 4QP

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, we have designed a 5.3k route which encompasses the grounds of Horseheath racecourse, 90% of the route is within the grounds and a small portion is on a public footpath/Bridleway.

You can run as much or little as you want to, you can rest between laps if you like and take in the music at the aid station, all whilst socially distancing of course.

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, the location is pretty self-contained, making this an intimate event with us having exclusive use of the main area. We have plenty of open space at the venue to ensure we can all stay socially distanced and space ourselves adequately,

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.

Location

Horseheath Racecourse, Cambridge, CB21 4QP

CB21 4QP A1307, Cambridge, United Kingdom

Zig Zag Running

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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