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Life Time Austin Rattler Run
2024-11-01 00:00 - 2024-11-02 23:59 (Europe/London)
NOVEMBER 1-2, 2024FRIDAY AND SATURDAY

Make the trek down to Reveille Peak Ranch for a one-of-a-kind race experience at the Austin Rattler Run. After you soak in the sparkling lakes and rolling hills of beautiful Texas Hill Country, you’ll lace up the trail runners for one, two or three loops of thrilling singletrack and challenging fire roads. Come for a unique fall run, stay for a Texas-style endurance celebration, complete with live music, camping, kids races and, of course, tasty Texas BBQ.

The 2024 Event Schedule:

*All activities take place at Reveille Peak Ranch (105 CR 114, Burnet, TX 78611)

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1st

2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Packet pickup @Pavilion

3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Live music @Pavilion

4:00 p.m. Kids Race*COMING IN HOT!* – kids will have the opportunity to run on the ranch and cross the finish line in style!

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2nd

6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Packet pickup @Pavilion/ Photo ID is required.

6:00 a.m. – Food – Gretchen’s Pit BBQ

7:30 a.m. 50K START

8:30 a.m. 20M | 10M START

10:00 a.m. Finish Festival BeginsJoin us for live music from a local band, beer, great food and even better company.

1:30 p.m. Final Lap CutoffAll runners attempting the third lap must be through the start/finish.

2:00 p.m. 10M and 20M Awards Ceremony

3:30 p.m. 50K Awards & LT100 Lottery

We’ll call up age-class winners for their place on the podium.

4:00 p.m. Official Finish TimeRunners must finish by this time to be eligible for the LT100 Run lottery. Stick around for an announcement to enter your race number (a tab attached to your race bib) into the hat for your chance to win a coveted LT100 Run slot. Winners must be present to claim their spot.

PRE-RUN info

Reveille Peak Ranch is open for riding and running from now until race day

$10 fee for anyone pre-riding/running – payable at the gate check-in

REGISTRATION AND PRICING

REGISTER & RECEIVE

PARTICIPANT SWAG – All registered participants will receive:

T-shirt (gender-specific)

Finisher medal

Beer – each rider will receive 2 tickets for complimentary beverages

Parking is free on Friday & Saturday

Racers with guests coming for packet pick- up (not pre riding/running) can proceed to the Pavilion without a parking fee

2024 REGISTRATION

Registration for the 2024 Life Time Austin Rattler Run is open! Register Here!

2024 PRICING

50K – $135

20M – $120

10M – $105**Youth pricing (under 18) $30 off entry fee any distance

Minimum Age to Participate – riders and runners must be the following age on RACE DAY in order to register:

10-mile Run: 12

20-mile Run: 14

50K Run: 16

COURSE INFO

Our 10-mile features a mix of terrain that challenges runners while offering scenic views of the Texas Hill Country. 60% single track / 40% jeep roads. The course will be clearly marked with PINK SIGNS w/BLACK ARROWS and PINK FLAGGING

Interactive Map – GPS File download available here

50K Runners will do 3 loops

20M Runners will do 2 loops

10M Runners will do 1 loop

Catherine Wheel Canter
2024-11-02 00:00 - 23:59 | Wodson Park Sports Centre, Ware, Herts, SG12 0UQ
Next Race: 02/11/2024

Wodson Park Sports Centre, Ware, Herts, SG12 0UQ

As part of the Fireworks Festival of Running, why not come a tackle the track and cover half marathon, full marathon, 50k Ultra or simply keep going for 6 hours.

Do you have it in you to complete your distance on a 400 Metre athletics track?

Here are the Numbers (Based on lane 1)

5k – 12.5 Laps10k – 25 Laps1/2 Marathon = 52.75 LapsFull Marathon = 105.5 Laps50k Ultra = 125 Laps6 Hour Challenge – unlimited Laps

Bespoke medal

Traffic free athletics track made for running

Free parking

Race photos

Tea, Coffee & cake free for runners

Limited to 50 runners

ARC Licence

Chip Timed event

Music all day

See your supporters each lap

6 hour cut off time

Toilets & Changing facilities on site close to race track

No chance of getting lost

Aid Stations all around the course

Registration: You will need to be at the venue around 30 minutes 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. Please note the venue does not open until 8am, so do not arrive early.

Race EtiquetteAll runners will be running at different speeds so overtaking will be on the right, if you are looking to walk some of the distance, or Jeff for example, we would ask that you take to the outer lanes, it is important that everyone enjoys the event and as we would expect everyone to respect each other accordingly.

DistanceThe distance you run by your watch may vary due to the lap that you run in, we will only be counting the laps and that will dictate the distance covered, therefore if you choose to take the furthest lane out, the distance counted will still be by laps x 400m.

VenueWodson Park Sports and leisure centre, Wadesmill Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 0UQ

Fireworks 50
2024-11-02 00:00 - 23:59 | Wodson Park Sports and Leisure Centre, Wadesmill Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 0UQ
Next Race: 02/11/2024

Wodson Park Sports Centre, Ware, Herts, SG12 0UQ

BACK FOR ITS THIRD YEAR

Fireworks 50As part of the Fireworks Festival of Running, why not come along and be part of Zig Zag Runnings 50-mile event.

As a first, it gives you the opportunity to get on our Course Records.

A chance to get your PB, or even tick this off your bucket list of things that you would like to do.

Bespoke Medal

Traffic-free athletics track made for running

Free Parking

Race photos

Tea, Coffee & cake free for runners

Limited to 50 runners

ARC Licence

Chip Timed event

Music all-day

See your supporters on each lap

12 hour cut off time

Toilets & Changing facilities on-site close to race track

No chance of getting lost

Aid Stations all around the course

Registration: You will need to be at the venue around 30minutes 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. Please note the venue does not open until 8am, so do not arrive early.

Race EtiquetteAll runners will be running at different speeds so overtaking will be on the right, if you are looking to walk some of the distance, or Jeff for example, we would ask that you take to the outer lanes, it is important that everyone enjoys the event and as we would expect everyone to respect each other accordingly.

As we head into dusk, you will be required to wear a head torch. As it is bonfire night, we expect the locals to be putting on Fireworks, so potentially a unique experience whilst running the track.

DistanceThe distance you run by your watch may vary due to the lap that you run in. We will only be counting the laps, and that will dictate the distance covered therefore if you choose to take the furthest lane out, the distance counted will still be by laps x 400m.

VenueWodson Park Sports and Leisure Centre, Wadesmill Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 0UQ

Rocket Around The Running Track
2024-11-02 00:00 - 23:59 | Wodson Park Sports and Leisure Centre, Wadesmill Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 0UQ
Next Race: 02/11/2024

Wodson Park Sports Centre, Ware, Herts, SG12 0UQ

BACK FOR ITS THIRD YEAR

Rocket Around the Running Track12-hour challenge

As part of the Fireworks Festival of Running, why not come along and see how far you can go in a 12-hour period.

great for anyone who wants to get a Track Marathon under their belt without the stresses of time.

great for those in training for an Ultra

great fun to see simply how far you can go

A chance to get your PB, or even tick this off your bucket list of things that you would like to do.

Bespoke Medal

Traffic-free athletics track made for running

Free Parking

Race photos

Tea, Coffee & cake free for runners

Limited to 50 runners

ARC Licence

Chip Timed event

Music all-day

See your supporters on each lap

12 hour cut off time

Toilets & Changing facilities on-site close to race track

No chance of getting lost

Aid Stations all around the course

Registration: You will need to be at the venue around 30 minutes 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. Please note the venue does not open until 8am, so do not arrive early.

Race EtiquetteAll runners will be running at different speeds, so overtaking will be on the right, if you are looking to walk some of the distance, or Jeff, for example, we would ask that you take to the outer lanes, it is important that everyone enjoys the event and as we would expect everyone to respect each other accordingly.

As we head into dusk, you will be required to wear a head torch. As it is bonfire night, we expect the locals to be putting on Fireworks, so potentially a unique experience whilst running the track.

DistanceThe distance you run by your watch may vary due to the lap that you run in. We will only be counting the laps, and that will dictate the distance covered; therefore, if you choose to take the furthest lane out, the distance counted will still be by laps x 400m.

VenueWodson Park Sports and Leisure Centre, Wadesmill Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 0UQ

Altra Anglesey Trail Half Marathon & 10K 2024
2024-11-10 00:00 - 23:59 | Newborough Forest, Newborough, Anglesey, North Wales, United Kingdom
The Sister event of the Jones o Gymru Anglesey Half Marathon, the Altra Anglesey Trail Half Marathon & 10km, is set in the beautiful surroundings of Newborough Forest, Anglesey.

The course takes you through the trees onto the stunning Llanddwyn Island and onwards to beautiful winding woodland trails, which once hosted the Commonwealth Mountain and Ultra Distance Running Championships. You’ll catch glimpses of the Llyn Peninsula and the mountains of Eryri (Snowdonia), amongst other incredible views. With loads of single-track forest trails, quiet forest views and sandy running trails, there is something for everyone in this race whether you’re an experienced runner, first timer or you’re more familiar with road running.

This was a sold-out event for 2023, so make sure you get your entries in quick!

CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE

10K

RUN: 10KM

HALF MARATHON

RUN: 21.1KM

WHAT’S INCLUDED

LIVELY EVENT VILLAGE

Music, commentary, shopping, food, bag drop and toilets

FAMILY-FRIENDLY VIBES

Family finishes and plenty to see and do

ON COURSE SUPPORT

Friendly marshals, signage, energy stations and support vehicles

UNIQUE FINISHER MEMENTOS!

Beautifully designed to reflect our event locations and local history.

SPECTACULAR SCENERY

Unbeatable views across Eryri (Snowdonia)

PROFESSIONAL TIMING

Chip timing & live online results

Dormouse Challenge
2024-11-20 00:00 - 23:59 | Salcey Forest, NN7 2HXUnited Kingdom
EVENT SUMMARY

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

9:00 AM 3:00 PM

Salcey Forest, NN7 2HXUnited Kingdom (map)

EVENT INFORMATION

Where Is It?

Salcey Forest is a Forestry England site with a café and toilets near Northampton. Use the post code NN7 2HX for Sat Navs (W3W).

You do have to pay to park (between £4-£6 at the time of writing). That said, be a hero and car share, save money and the world!

The number 33 bus stops inside Salcey Forest (just after 9am) and goes between Northampton and Milton Keynes.

It is 18 minutes from Northampton and 9 minutes from Junction 15 of the M1. The closest train station is Northampton.

What’s a 6-hour event?

I’ve made a short video here to try to explain a little.

It is an event that enables all abilities of runners 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 enjoy a sociable event with your friends.

Can I run with my dog?

Yes!!

We’ve had great success at events with canicross, and we’re pleased to add this event too. You must keep your leads short and be considerate of the other runners. We’ll most likely start the canicross runners off with the main field depending on numbers. Please read our general canicross rules here. Please make sure you enter the canicross race when you click on the enter button above.

Course description

The route is along well-maintained pathways. There isn’t a meter of asphalt and the pathways are mainly crushed stone or very well trodden open forest floor. Obviously, being in the middle of a forest, the narrower ones are covered in tree detritus and can become a bit muddy and grimy, especially when wet. On a dry day road shoes will be perfectly acceptable, on a wet day trail shoes may be a better bet as some parts can become a bit slippy.

What does it cost?

We operate a tiered pricing approach. The earlier you enter, the cheaper the event but never ever will you pay a booking fee!

Before 20/10/2024 £35

After 20/10/2024 £40

Unaffiliated entrants pay £2 extra. Why not join your local running club or sign up the Big Bear Brigade and save 10% off entries forever!

How far is the race?

You decide! The 3.5-mile off-road loop means your race can be 5k or even over 80K and anywhere in between. You decide how many laps you’re 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 7 laps (+ a little out and back), and a half marathon will be 3 laps (+ an out and back).

What’s an Altra try-on event?

Our friends at Altra will be coming along with a complete set of a few different models of their amazing foot-shaped shoes for you to try out on the trails! Simply take your size out for a lap or 3 and see what you think.

I, Paul, am I a big fan of Altra and have been wearing them pretty much exclusivly since 2018. They are different (in a good way!), and so being able to go for an actual run on an actual trail is a great opportunity. The lapped format means if you don’t get on with them it’s just one lap of discomfort – not your whole event!

No catches, no hard sell and no ruined event! We’re just trying to add something else to your day.

Has the event been run before?

Yes. We’ve run at Salcey Forest many times in the past. You can view previous results and the course records here.

I’m not that fussed by a medal, drink and flapjack.

In that case our partnership with Trees Not Tees may be of interest! When you sign up for this event, you can select to have no finish line swag, and instead, we’ll donate the cost of this to Trees Not Tees, who will plant a tree in their Scottish woodland on your behalf! You can find more info about this initiative here.

Is there a gpx of the route?

The route gpx can be found here, or visit plotaroute.com here. The route may be subject to last minute changes and there will be plenty of markings up on race day so you do not need to have this – but I know some of you like to anyway!

I’m unsure what to expect at a 6-hour event.

We’ve made some videos to try and help newcomers understand Big Bear Events and 6 hour events a little more here. We’ve got lots of videos on our You Tube channel that might help you see what we’re all about!

I really want to take part in the event but the day isn’t convenient for me! What can I do?

We’ve partnered with our friends at Skamper to offer On-demand events! It’s not quite the same as being there on the day but it’s the next best thing! Using the Skamper app, you can be directed around the route on a day of your choosing. When you sign up we’ll send you the medal in the post that was given out on the day of the event. This way, when you finish, you’ll be able to claim the medal you’ve earned for the run straight away! Why not load your car boot with snacks and goodies, get some mates to join you and have your own Big Bear event!

Full details on our Big Bear On-Demand events are here.

I’ve heard you do nice medals. What will it look like?

Once it’s in our hands we’ll share the design with you!

The GRIM Original Challenge 2024
2024-12-01 00:00 - 23:59 | Fleet Rd, Aldershot GU11 2HF
ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN FOR BOTH DISTANCES!
The GRIM is one of the original muddy/trail/obstacle races with a history that dates back to 2003. After a COVID absence in 2020, it bounced back strongly, with more than 1000 runners taking part in the 2022 & 2023 events. It returns in 2024 in much the same format: the route takes you over Army vehicle testing ground in Aldershot with two distance options, a main race 8-miler and a lighter version over a shorter 4-mile course.
Although the GRIM is a tough trail race in which you will certainly find yourself at times cold, wet and dirty, it is not an obstacle race, it’s a running event. We don’t build any ramps, walls or swings on the course. All the obstacles are natural, formed by tanks driving over the route or by incessant rain in the weeks leading up to the event. Of course, at this stage, we can’t guarantee the rain but it’s never let us down before! In a few places, you will be crawling under cargo nets or wading through waist-high water. The distance may not sound daunting but don’t take this lightly, on a cold December morning, the GRIM is a challenge and you will think it is aptly named when you have run it.
Entries close on 28th November at NOON.
Our 2023 charity partner Combat Stress is back for 2024! If you wanT to make your run count, select the check box when you enter and a member of the Combat Stress fundraising team will be in touch!
Combat Stress is the UK’s leading charity for veterans’ mental health. For over a century, it has helped former servicemen and women with mental health problems such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and depression. Today it provides specialist treatment and support for veterans from every service and conflict, focusing on those with complex mental health issues.
The work it does is life-changing and often life-saving. We are delighted to be working and supporting the work Combat Stress at the GRIM Challenge. The charity will have a number of runners raising money for its important work through the event, if you would like to join them send an e-mail to events@combatstress.org.uk
For more information about Combat Stress go to, https://combatstress.org.uk

COUNTRY TO CAPITAL ULTRA
2025-01-04 00:00 - 23:59 | Shoulder of Mutton, 20 Pound St, Wendover, Aylesbury HP22 6EJ, UK
EVENT SUMMARY:

WHEN

Saturday 4th January 2025 | Registration from 7am

Start 08:45

PRICE£78 (includes a tracker)

It’s true to say our always popular Country to Capital Ultra attracts a global field, with some of the best runners in Britain and beyond racing the 43-mile course.

This famous race is the curtain raiser for the ultra running season – and the starting point for those brave Go Beyond runners wishing to take on our Grand Slam of four ultra marathons over 180 gruelling miles.

Country to Capital takes you through the Buckinghamshire countryside, crossing the M25 – by bridge of course! – and heading towards the well-heeled surroundings of Denham. From there, runners pick up the Grand Union Canal towpath for the final run into London.

The finish is near the Little Venice canal basin, a surprising tranquil setting in the heart of the capital and close to both Paddington and Royal Oak Tube stations. The race concludes at The Stowe Centre, where you can enjoy showers, toilets and a large hall to relax in after finishing.

This is the start of our Grand Slam journey – anyone who wants a real challenge can click on the link on the right hand side of this page to book their place. Our Grand Slam includes not only Country to Capital but the Rose of the Shires, Shires & Spires, and Thames Trail Ultras. This is a truly incredible running opportunity, and you can take advantage of our offer to pay in three installments at no extra cost.

Country to Capital is historically a sell-out event, so be sure to get your entry in early. It is fully tracked and interactive, allowing your friends and family to follow your progress from the comfort of their armchairs. You can also make sure that you are following the route correctly!

The Geotracks link will be available closer to the race and will be posted in the race information section below.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL 07989850170.

Country To Capital Ultra
2025-01-04 00:00 - 23:59 | The Shoulder of Mutton Pub,20 Pound Street, Wendover HP22 6EJ
It’s true to say our always popular Country to Capital Ultra attracts a global field, with some of the best runners in Britain and beyond racing the 43-mile course.

This famous race is the curtain raiser for the ultra-running season – and the starting point for those brave Go Beyond runners wishing to take on our Grand Slam of four ultra-marathons over 180 gruelling miles.

Country to Capital takes you through the Buckinghamshire countryside, crossing the M25 – by bridge of course! – and heading towards the well-heeled surroundings of Denham. From there, runners pick up the Grand Union Canal towpath for the final run into London.

The finish is near the Little Venice canal basin, a surprisingly tranquil setting in the heart of the capital and close to both Paddington and Royal Oak Tube stations. The race concludes at The Stowe Centre, where you can enjoy showers, toilets, and a large hall where you can relax after finishing.

This is the start of our Grand Slam journey – anyone who wants a real challenge can click on the link on the right-hand side of this page to book their place. Our Grand Slam includes not only Country to Capital but the Rose of the Shires, Shires & Spires, and Thames Trail Ultras. This is a truly incredible running opportunity, and you can take advantage of our offer to pay in three instalments at no extra cost.

Country to Capital is historically a sell-out event, so be sure to get your entry in early. It is fully tracked and interactive, allowing your friends and family to follow your progress from the comfort of their armchairs. You can also make sure that you are following the route correctly!

The Geotracks link will be available closer to the race.

Squirrel Challenge 2025
2025-01-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Daventry Country Park, NN11 2JB United Kingdom
Event Summary:

Friday, January 24, 2025

9:00 AM 3:00 PM

Daventry Country Park, NN11 2JB Welton United Kingdom

Where is it?

Daventry Country Park (NN11 2JB) is run and managed by West Northamptonshire Council. The What 3 Words location is here.

Parking costs between £2-8 depending on how long you stay. There is a cafe and toilet block on the route.

The County Park has a large car park, cafe and children’s play area. It’s 20 minutes from M1 Junction 16. The closest train station is Long Buckby.

What’s a 6-hour event?

I’ve made a short video here to try to explain a little.

It is 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.

Can I run with my dog?

Yes!!

We’ve had great success at events with canicross and we’re pleased to add this event too. You must keep your leads short and be considerate of the other runners. We’ll most likely start the canicross runners off with the main field depending on numbers.

Course description

The majority of the course is on relatively new crushed stone and so unless the weather has been awful it should be good running for the majority of the route (around 80% of the route).

The final route will be decided in the autumn due to new sections of country park being opened. The plan is to use these new sections. The course will be on pathways throughout, however, so although your trainers won’t be clean (it’s in January, after all!), you won’t be thigh-high in the mud either!

What does it cost?

We operate a tiered pricing approach. The earlier you enter, the cheaper the event but never ever will you pay a booking fee!

Before 01/01/2025 £35

After 01/01/2025 £40

Unaffiliated entrants pay £2 extra. Why not join your local running club or sign up the Big Bear Brigade and save 10% off entries for ever!

How far is the race?

You decide! The 3.3-mile off-road loop means your race can be just over 5k or even over 80K and anywhere in between. You decide how many laps you’re 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.

(NB. The course distance will be confirmed in the autumn along with the exact course as per the course description block)

Has the event been run before?

Yes. We’ve run at Daventry Country Park many times in the past. You can view previous results and the course records here.

I’m unsure what to expect at a 6 hour event?

We’ve made some videos to try and help newcomers understand Big Bear Events and 6 hour events a little more here. We’ve got lots of videos on our You Tube channel that might help you see what we’re all about!.

I’ve heard you do nice medals. What will it look like?

Once it’s in our hands, we’ll share the design with you!

I’m not that fussed by a medal…

In that case our partnership with Earth Runs will be perfect! Rather than give you a medal you don’t really want (and to help reduce waste) we’ll give you a Big Bear Tree Token. Not only will a tree be planted for each token given out but the token is also full of wildflower seeds for you to grow at home!

Is this event suitable for Rucking?

Definitely! Read all about how we do rucking here (or if you’ve no idea what rucking is find out here too!)

Is there a gpx of the route?

Once the route is confirmed it will be here.

The route may be subject to last-minute changes, and there will be plenty of markings up on race day, so you do not need to have this – but I know some of you like to anyway!

I really want to take part in the event but the day isn’t convenient for me! What can I do?

We’ve partnered with our friends at Skamper to offer On-demand events! It’s not quite the same as being there on the day but it’s the next best thing! Using the Skamper app you can be directed around the route on your chosen day. When you sign up we’ll send you the medal in the post that was given out on the day of the event. This way, when you finish, you’ll be able to claim the medal you’ve earned for the run straight away! Why not load your car boot with snacks and goodies, get some mates to join you and have your own Big Bear event?

I still have questions…

Then why not join our Big Bear Events Facebook group and ask our ever-so-experienced runners in there or email us directly here? We want you to enter with the confidence you’ll have a great (if not tiring!) day so are happy to answer any question we’ve not covered off her

Longleat 10K, Wilts
2025-01-26 00:00 - 23:59 | Longleat House, Warminster BA12 7NW, UK, United Kingdom
If you’re looking for a traffic-free 10K in a stunning setting, then look no further than the Longleat 10K; starting in front of the magnificence of Longleat House, the race takes in the estates’ private and traffic-free roads, with only a short excursion of 400m on public highways as you pass the Bath Arms Public House before the final mile downhill to the finish.

The route is undulating to hilly, with a significant climb tackled twice: once soon after the start and the second towards the end. Your reward for that second climb, though, is the final downhill run along Lodge Drive towards Longleat House and the finish.

For children and family or friends, we welcome you to enter the Longleat 2-Mile Fun Run. This popular support event covers the first lap of the 10K up the hill through to the Bath Arms, finishing with the magnificent run down Lodge Drive before crossing the line.

Entries will close when we reach the entry limit of 1600 runners in the 10K (the 2-mile race is limited to 100 runners)

Start time 10km – 10am / 2 Miles

10km:

Minimum age 15 years

Medals to all finishers

Free race photos

Longleat 10K headscarf

Prizes to first 3 Male & Female / 1st M & F 40, 50

Free Parking

Refreshments on site

2 Miles

Minimum age 8 years

Medals to all finishers

Free race photos

Prizes to the first 3 Male & Female

Free Parking

Refreshments on site

Nick Beer Llandudno 10K 2025
2025-02-09 00:00 - 23:59 | LLANDUDNO, CONWY
DATES

09 FEB 2025

LOCATION

LLANDUDNO, CONWY

RACES

10K

Always Aim High Events are proud to host the historic and iconic Nick Beer 10k

The event, which is in its 33rd year, has previously been run by the North Wales Road Runners. Always Aim High Events are proud to add this fantastic race to our community events. This not-for-profit event will continue to support local charities as well as the North Wales Road Runners Club.
Starting on the iconic Victorian promenade in Llandudno, the route takes runners around the awe-inspiring Great Orme with its stunning views of Eryri (Snowdonia), Anglesey and beyond. With hundreds of runners taking part year after year, it is a fabulous start to the running season.
This event has some great history. Read all about the man who inspired it, Nick Beer, here: THE NICK BEER MEMORIAL 10K
Running alongside the event, there will be a 1k Fun Run, organised St David’s Hospice (Llandudno).

WHAT’S INCLUDED

LIVELY EVENT VILLAGE

Music, commentary, shopping, food, bag drop and toilets

FAMILY-FRIENDLY VIBES

Family finishes and plenty to see and do

ON COURSE SUPPORT

Friendly marshals, signage, energy stations and support vehicles

UNIQUE FINISHER MEMENTOS!

Beautifully designed to reflect our event locations and local history.

SPECTACULAR SCENERY

Views across Anglesey and Eryri (Snowdonia)

PROFESSIONAL TIMING

Chip timing & live online results

Farnborough Winter Half Marathon
2025-02-09 00:00 - 23:59 | Farnborough Business Park, The Hub, Business Park, Fowler Ave, Farnborough GU14 7JP, UK
In 2024, the Farnborough Winter Half Marathon once again took place on its traditional date at the end of January, but it has nowbeen moved to February 2025 this year. For those who remember the icy chill conditions of the inaugural event in 2017 or the snow of 2018, in 2024 things seemed to calm down, although not as icy it was certainly more windy. There were some phenomenal times, at the front and all the way down the field: there were four runners (in 2022) under 65 minutes – all inside the old course record – and nearly 200 inside 90 minutes. This year’s race was no different with more extremely fast times across the board!

Farnborough is generally the first major half marathon of the season so the weather will always be a roll of the dice in February, but now we know just how fast the route is, we expect it to be even more popular than usual. The 2025 race is confirmed as a qualifying race for the England Athletics Masters Programme, giving Masters Athletes an opportunity to earn their England Age Group Masters vest. See here for more details.

For those of you not familar with the route, it is a fast, largely flat, traffic-free course, starting and finishing at the historic Airship Hangar adjacent to Farnborough Airport. It is the same route as the previous three editions, taking in a delightful semi-rural circuit which broadly circles Farnborough airport in an anti-clockwise direction.

From its inception in 2017 the event has been very popular with local runners and those from further afield looking for an early race to test their winter fitness. The main race is limited to 3000 runners and generally sells out early so don’t delay if you are thinking of running. Entries will be closed when we have reached our limit. Since it helps with our planning we incentivize you to enter early:

Prices

Early Bird Next 1000 entries (or up to September 30, 2024 at the latest). UKA Affiliated £33 Non Affiliated £35

Standard EntryUntil the event reaches its limit of 3000 entries. UKA Affiliated £38 Non Affiliated £40

Cancer Research UK London Winter Run | 10K
2025-02-23 00:00 - 23:59 | London, London, Greater London
Sunday 23rd February 2025

London, London, Greater London

The Cancer Research UK London Winter Run is a ten kilometre challenge through the heart of the capital. It is the UK’s largest 10k with over 20,000 taking part annually.

You will pass live music performances, encounter larger-than-life winter characters, and see world famous landmarks. It’s an unforgettable journey for runners of all abilities. Many choose to run only part of the route, walking at other points. Since its first edition in 2015 it has proved hugely popular, receiving critical acclaim, and even sprouting a special summer edition in 2021.

The event is delivered in partnership with Cancer Research UK, and has already seen over 100,000 people take part and over £5.7 million raised for life-saving cancer research.

ATW Bedford Half Marathon & 10k
2025-02-23 00:00 - 2025-08-23 23:59 | Russell Park, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3RH
Location:

Russell Park, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3RH

This chip-timed event is a sure-fire guarantee to give you the best chance of a PB in the Half-Marathon or 10K.

The one lap 10k course starts and finishes on the beautiful Bedford Embankment and runs out alongside the flat, tree lined river Ouse. After heading out towards Priory Park and a lap of the beautiful Priory Lake you’ll return to the Embankment over the Town Bridge and hearing the cheers of the crowds at the finish line.

Those tackling the Half Marathon will head back out for a second-lap with a slight extension to make up the accurate 21.1km (13.1 mile) Half Marathon distance.

The course will have both kilometre markers for the 10k and mile markers for the Half Marathon.

The whole route is on traffic-free tarmac or firm paths and with less than 50m of elevation across the 10k, and 100m across the Half Marathon its bound to be a PB buster!

This event is more than just a run. You’ll be warmed up with personal trainers, welcomed home by a professional commentator and your cheer-squad will be kept fed and watered by quality caterers while you run.

A FREE Children’s Fun Run will also take place before the race start (no need to book, just turn up to registration, and you’re welcome to use it as a warm-up for the main event!)

Reason to Enter This Event:

PB busting course

Beautiful embankment run course

Well marked course

Supportive marshals

5-star reviews on race check

FREE event photos

Custom designed medal

Finish line snacks & goodies

Excellent Previous Participant Reviews

Petzl Night Runner - Salcey Forest
2025-03-07 00:00 - 23:59 | Salcey Forest, NN7 2HX United Kingdom
Event Summary:

Friday, March 7, 2025

7:00 PM 9:00 PM

Salcey Forest, NN7 2HX

Where is it?

Salcey Forest is a Forestry Commission site with a cafe and toilets near Northampton. Use the post code NN7 2HX for Sat Navs. You do have to pay to park (£2 for the evening at the time of writing). That said, be a hero and car share, save money and the world! It is 18 minutes from Northampton and 9 minutes from Junction 15 of the M1. The closest train station is Northampton If you want to see what the venue is like watch the venue preview here.

Won’t it be dark? We hope so! You need a head or chest to torch to run in this event. No torch no run.

Our friends from Petzl will be with us so you can test out the best head torches around on the night. If you’ve got a cheap headtorch from Amazon, you’ll be able to tell the difference immediately. We’ll have more to announce on this closer to the event.

Who are Petzl?

Petzl are the industry leader in high-quality head torches. We’re very lucky to be hosting some of their “Night Runner” events. We’ve got 1 at Cannock Chase Forest and 2 at Salcey Forest this winter. There is a reason the top ultra runners in the world use their head torches, when you need the trail lit up they are simply the best. When trail running at night you want to make sure youyr head torch won’t let you down and your Petzl won’t.

They’ll be at the event with their demo kit for you to try on before, during or after the event. Can I run with my dog? Yes!!

We had canicross at our series last year and it was a great success. We request that your dog be lit up (lights on it’s harness rather than wrapping the dog in Christmas lights!), you keep your leads short and be considerate of the other runners. We’ll start the canicross runners off a couple of minutes before the main field. Please read our general canicross rules here.

We’ll confirm the exact timings for this closer to the event but it is likely the canicross start time will be around 18:50. Please make sure you enter the Canicross race when you click on the enter button above.

Course description

Ground conditions will depend very much on the weather closer to the event. It is fundamentally on crushed stone however with tree detritus the ground can become a bit slippy and mucky. The route is fully marked and essentially a 2 lap course. Salcey Forest is fundamentally flat – but any sort of uphill on a 10k feels like a mountain!

What does it cost?

We operate a tiered pricing approach. The earlier you enter, the cheaper the event but never ever will you pay a booking fee!

Before 07/02/2025 £16 & After 07/02/2025 £21

Unaffiliated entrants pay £2 extra. Why not join your local running club or sign up the Big Bear Brigade and save 10% off entries forever! Enter all 3 parts of the series for only £43/£49 up until the first event at Cannock Chase Forest closes for entry.

How far is the race?

10k! This might seem a bit pointless to mention given the name but this is different to a normal Big Bear Event. You’ll get the same love, a medal and some goodies but you can’t run all night!

I’ve heard you do cupless events?

Yes, but not for this event. Unlike our other events we will have some biodegradable cups with water/electrolyte available on the course and we will have hot drinks available before and after too. If you have a foldable cup you can bring, even better but we don’t insist on it for our short races.

Has the event been run before?

Yes! We’ve won multiple Racecheck Gold Awards for these events and have over 150 reviews scoring us at 4.8 out of 5! Albeit under our previous name for these events. Different name, same great event – you’ll love it!

I’m not that fussed by a medal…

In that case our partnership with Earth Runs will be perfect! Rather than give you a medal you don’t really want (and to help reduce waste) we’ll give you a Big Bear Tree Token. Not only will a tree be planted for each token given out but the token is also full of wildflower seeds for you to grow at home!

Brynkinalt Running Festival
2025-03-15 00:00 - 2025-03-16 23:59 | Brynkinalt Hall/Brynkinalt, Wrexham LL14 5NS
The Brynkinalt Running Festival brings together an active community of people taking part in sporting events for reasons ranging from fitness, competition, charity, health, fun or to simply finish. The participants vary of all ages and all abilities of trail runner.

The festival offers runners the chance to run 5k (approx) and 10k (approx) in the amazing surroundings of the Brynkinalt Estate. We offer canicross on the Saturday and standard running on the Sunday.

RACE HQ START / FINISH

This will in front of the stunning Brynkinalt Hall/Brynkinalt, Wrexham LL14 5NS. *Please note Brynkinalt Estate is on Private land, under no circumstances will you be able to run the route at any other time.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE

Canicross: Saturday 15th March 2025

Trail Running: Sunday 16th March 2025

PARKING

Brynkinalt Estate, Chirk, Trevor Road, LL14 5HA (Please arrive from the centre of Chirk on Trevor Road and not the trade entrance at the back) £3 Parking Fee

About the Running Festival

Each race offers a challenging route for all trail runners. It takes in some breathtaking scenery overlooking the private estate that is normally closed to the public. Once you have completed the run, you will receive some awesome goodies!

Minimum Ages

5k (approx) Min age 12 years old10k (approx) Min age 16 years old

Race Start / Finish

The Race start and finish will be a short walk to the parking area allowing to leave your valuables in your car. We will have music playing and a help desk for any last-minute questions. Please take note that the parking area is on a private estate, so please be respectful and stick to the runner’s area in front of the hall.

Race Experience

We are keen to ensure that everyone, regardless of their ability, enjoys the day. We aim to have 1 water station halfway around the 10k route and by the start and finish area for all runners. Please can we encourage you to bring a suitable bottle to run with. At the finish line we will give you your medal and let you enjoy the festival in the stunning surroundings. We don’t advertise the route due to this being on private land, we need to respect the landowners wishes.

Race Routes

The stunning routes is made up of all areas of the Brynkinalt Estate. The route offers a great blend of fast footpaths through to grassed areas and the odd small Stoney section. We have a little bit of everything including great climbs with breath- taking views.

Charity Partner

The Movement Centre

Prizes

Awards are given to the top 3 females and top 3 males at each distance.

TrailFest - Salcey Forest
2025-04-06 00:00 - 23:59 | Salcey Forest, Wootton Rd, England, NN7 2HX, United Kingdom
What is TrailFest?

It’s a day of moving around wonderful woodland for all abilities, speeds and experiences. Whether you’re an experienced ultra runner keen to get an early season 50 km in or a newbie trail runner looking to do their first 10K TrailFest is for you!

We’ve got 4 distances for you to choose from 10K, half marathon, marathon and 50 km. A distance to suit everyone!

The idea of the day is to bring everyone together and to experience the fun of trail running in a fantastic forest. Being around others doing what seems impossible can often make it seem a lot more possible, too!! If you want to come and run your personal best or bimble about with your mates, we’ve got the perfect distance for you.

We’ve got very generous cut-off times, too, to try and remove some of those barriers to new people trying out the sport.

Where is it?

Salcey Forest is a Forestry England site with a café and toilets near Northampton. Use the post code NN7 2HX for Sat Navs . It is here on What 3 Words.

You do have to pay to park (between £4-£8 at the time of writing). That said, be a hero and car share, save money and the world!

The number 33 bus stops inside Salcey Forest (just after 9am) and goes between Northampton and Milton Keynes (check for Sunday times)

It is 18 minutes from Northampton and 9 minutes from Junction 15 of the M1. The closest train station is Northampton.

Can I run with my dog?

Not at these events. As the event is run under a UK Athletics/ Trail Running Association license there are no dogs allowed at any of the events.

Course description

The different routes are all on the specific event pages; however, they all use similar sections of the forest.

The majority of the routes are along well-maintained pathways. There isn’t a meter of asphalt (except 2 road crossings for the longer events!), and the pathways are mainly crushed stone or very well-trodden open forest floor. Obviously, being in the middle of a forest, the narrower ones are covered in tree detritus and can become a bit muddy and grimy, especially when wet. There are a few sections across the grassland. If we are experiencing a wet winter, expect these to be muddy or waterlogged. Potentially very muddy and very waterlogged!

Plan to do this event in trail shoes, if it’s suitable for road shoes we’ve had a dry winter!

What does it cost?

We operate a tiered pricing approach. The earlier you enter, the cheaper the event but never ever will you pay a booking fee!

10K

Before 06/03/2025 £20

After 06/03/2025 £25

Half Marathon

Before 06/03/2025 £35

After 06/03/2025 £40

Marathon

Before 06/03/2025 £50

After 06/03/2025 £55

50K

Before 06/03/2025 £60

After 06/03/2025 £70

Unaffiliated entrants pay £2 extra. Why not join your local running club or sign up the Big Bear Brigade and save 10% off entries for ever! If you had been on our Very Important Bear mailing list, you could have saved 20% before the event was launched!

Can I run as many laps as I want?

Not at this event. This may seem an odd question to answer but given the majority of our events are 6 hour lapped events it’s one I’m sure people will have!

What are the timings for each event?

50 km

Registration Open – 07:00

Event Start – 08:00

Marathon

Registration Open – 07:00

Event Start – 08:30

Half Marathon

Registration Open – 08:00

Event Start – 09:00

10 km

Registration Open – 08:00

Event Start – 09:00

Can I have a crew or pacers?

Yes and no. You can have crew, they’re really helpful for more extended events but you cannot have pacers. To be clear, that means no-one can run with you or walk alongside you for any period of time except in the final 100m.

We actively encourage spectators and supporters, but they must not move along the trail with you. They can pop up all over the course though – or just stay in the cafe all day”!

There is a large grass area near the HQ that can be used to put a gazebo up if your team, club, or supporters wish to. Just let us know beforehand if you plan to do this.

Are there cut-offs?

Yes, but they’re pretty generous! The cut-off for the event is 19:00. So for the 50 km event, that means an 11-hour cut-off – 21min/mile pace. All other events have the same 19:00 cut-off – so that’s 10 hours to do the 10k!

Our cut off’s aren’t mean to be punitive, we just have to let volunteers and medics when they can go home! In the last 3 years, only 1 person has been within 1 hour of an 11-hour cut-off on this course, and they had about 30 minutes to spare.

I’ve heard you do cupless events.

That’s right! Read all about how we do cupless events here

Is there a mandatory kit?

This is different for different distances and strictly enforced for each piece of mandatory kit missing 1 hour will be added to your finish time. For 10k entrants, there is no mandatory kit, although a cup/bottle for water is strongly recommended. There are NO CUPS at this event. If you don’t carry a cup you cannot drink water! Half marathon entrants a cup/bottle capable of holding 200ml minimum is mandatory. Marathon & 50k entrants must have water carry capacity for 500ml minimum, foil blanket, waterproof jacket (with taped seams) and a charged mobile phone. These are mandatory minimum’s if you want to carry more or extra kit then please do so, this is to make you safe not to make you run to your best ability.

What if I need to withdraw?

It happens. Injuries, life events… forgetting you’ve booked it! You can see our specific withdrawal policy for the TrailFest events here. They are a little different to our other events but still much better than most other events companies. I think they are fairer than most, and as such, they will be adhered to.

Has the event been run before?

Yes! We’ve run at Salcey Forest many times in the past at TrailFest ran with great success last year for the first time too. You can read the reviews here

I’m unsure what to expect at TrailFest?

It’s a great day of trail running in the forest. The format means it’s great for clubs and groups to support people doing varying distances, and the generous cut-offs mean it’s great for those looking to increase their distances. Whatever your experience or ability we’ll do everything we can to support you for the day.

We’ve tried to make as much video content as possible so you can see what our events are like. Have a look at our YouTube channel. The key is that these events are for everyone. There is no such thing as too slow!

What do I get when I finish?

All finishers will get one of the above medals. In addition, finishers of the marathon and 50k distance will get a flapjack and a choice of Big Bear drink, too.

Is there a gpx of the route?

The routes can be found at the bottom of the page, you can click on them to download the gpx. To be clear, the course will be heavily marked on the day, so the gpx files should only be necessary as a backup.

Eirias Triathlon & Duathlon 2025
2025-04-06 00:00 - 23:59 | Eirias Park, Colwyn Bay, Eirias Park, Colwyn Bay
The Eirias Sprint Triathlon & Duathlon is a thrilling multisport event set at Eirias Park, Colwyn Bay, on the stunning north Wales coast.

This early season pool-swim triathlon and duathlon is set to become a staple in the calendar!

The coastal park runs and stunning bike route make this an event to remember, perfect for new and seasoned athletes alike! With a unique finish around Eirias Park’s Stadiwm CSM running track, come and join us for a race atmosphere you’ll remember!

Sprint

Pool Swim: 400m

Bike: TBC

Run: 5km

Sprint Duathlon

Run: 2.4km

Bike: TBC

Run: 5km

What’s Included

Lively Event Village

Music, commentary, shopping and food with a fun and supportive atmosphere

Inclusive and Friendly

Family finishes and plenty to see and do

On Course Support

Brilliant marshals, signage and pick up vehicles

Unique Finisher Mementos!

Beautifully designed to reflect our event locations and local history.

Spectacular location

Stunning beachfront & stadium finish

Professional Timing

Chip timing & live online results

Wrexham 10K Run
2025-04-27 00:00 - 23:59 | Queen St, Wrexham LL11, UK
The Wrexham 10k brings together an active community of people taking part in sporting events for reasons ranging from fitness, competition, charity, health, fun or to simply finish. The participants vary of all ages and all abilities of the runner.

RACE HQ START / FINISH

This will be on Queen Street in the centre of Wrexham

RACE DAY SCHEDULE

Arrive in Wrexham: 8 am

Warm Up

Race Start: 9 am

PARKING

This will be a 5 minute walk from the start/finish area. The town centre has multiple car parks for runners and spectators to use.

RESIDENTS INFORMATION

We aim to minimise disruption for residents on race day. Here is some information to help you get about during the race. You won’t be able to drive on roads that are closed. Many roads will only be closed for a short period. If you live on the route and will need to leave by car during the road closure we advise that you move your car before the closure starts at 8:15am. If you are travelling into the town, please follow the diversion routes to avoid the closed roads.

Spectator Information: The race will take place on fully closed roads for the safety of the runners and the volunteers. Therefore, we ask that you listen to Marshals and stay off the course until runners have passed. We suggest that spectators watch the start and finish on Queen Street. The route has good pavement coverage so feel free to cheer on from all areas.

Slower Runners: Wrexham 10K is a running event for all runners, and safety is key for everyone. The roads are closed by the permission of the council. The race cut-off time is 90 minutes. Roads will re-open in line with this pace. If you fall behind this pace, for your own safety, you may be asked to withdraw from the race.

ABOUT WREXHAM 10K

The race offers a lovely route for all runners. It takes in the centre of Wrexham at the start and finishes with a nice countryside section in the middle of the course. Once you have completed the run, you will receive your own finishers medal and goodies!

Minimum Ages

Min age 15 years old

Race Start / Finish

The Race start and finish will be a short walk to multiple car parks parking allowing to leave your valuables in your car. We will have music playing and a help desk for any last-minute questions.

Race Experience

We are keen to ensure that everyone regardless of their ability enjoys the day. We aim to have 1 water station around halfway around the 10k route and by the start and finish area for all runners. Please can we encourage you to bring a suitable bottle to run with. At the finish line we will give you your medal and let you enjoy the atmosphere.

Wrexham 10k Route

The route offers a great blend of fast sections and some small inclines. We have a little bit of everything, including Wrexham centre roads and countryside lanes with lovely views.

Prizes

Awards are given to the top 3 females and top 3 males, and 7 age group awards are given to males and females.

Tavistock Triathlon
2025-05-05 00:00 - 23:59 | Mount Kelly Parkwood Road Tavistock PL19 0HZ
Event info

Date(s)

5 May 2025

Venue

Mount Kelly, Parkwood Road, Tavistock, PL19 0HZ

Meeting point

Devon’s best swimming pool, a quiet & scenic bike on rolling roads & then great runs in the grounds of the school and using the old railway line.

Start time

08:00

Region

South West

Expected competitors

350

Looking to enter? Scroll to the race you wish to enter and click Enter Event or Enter Event with Organiser.

Need to buy a Race Pass? Scroll to the race you have entered and click ‘Buy Race Pass’. You must scroll and purchase the Race Pass for the race you have entered. If the Buy Race Pass option is not available please contact your event organiser using the contact details at the bottom of the page.

Races and distances

Senior Sprint

400m

18km

5km

Standard Distance Triathlon

800m

36km

10km

TriStar 1

150m

2.4km

1.3km

TriStar 2

200m

2.4km

1.95km

TriStar 3

300m

3.6km

2.5km

TriStar Start

50m

1.5km

650m

Youth/Junior

400m

18km

5km

Overview

Tavistock Triathlon uses the amazing 50m pool at Mount Kelly. It’s not just 50m’s long but is Olympic standard & has lanes 3m wide. The bike is on quiet rolling roads & the final runs, improved for 2023, uses the old railway line.

The transition area & TriStars bike & run routes are in the stunning grounds of Mount Kelly College.

Event features

Accessible Changing

Accessible Parking

Accessible Showers

Accessible Toilets

Aid stations

Catering

Changing

Chip Timing

Finishers Medal

Numbered racking

Paratriathlon categories

Parking

Prizes

Results on website

Showers

Toilets

Traffic free

Run The Grim Reaper 2025
2025-05-24 00:00 - 2025-05-25 23:59 | Grimsthorpe Castle Park & Gardens, Estate Office, Grimsthorpe, Bourne PE10 0LY, UK
We are delighted to announce that The Grim Reaper is back at the stunning Grimsthorpe Castle Estate in South Lincolnshire on May 24 & 25, 2025. Runners have the option of four solo distances – 10, 40, 70 & 100 miles – plus 40-mile and 100-mile team relay options. There will be two 10-mile races, one in the morning and a night version.

Expect a mix of estate roads, limestone tracks and grass trails. Trail shoes are recommended, especially in damp/wet conditions.

The new direction for the Grim Reaper

The Grim Reaper was relaunched in 2023 by Steve Cole & Laura Bailey, runners local to the Grimsthorpe Estate who compete in races of distances from 10km up to 100 miles. Their plan was to create an event that catered for runners of all abilities in a stunning location with a friendly, supportive vibe. It’s fair to say that the 260+ runners in 2023 feel they achieved that goal, judging by the 4.8* (out of 5) rating on Letsdothis.com.

Located at the beautiful Grimsthorpe Castle

The route is a 10-mile loop that covers beautiful grass trails through ancient woodland, limestone tracks, quiet estate roads and a stretch along a disused Victorian railway line. It also skirts around the picturesque estate lake before reaching the start/finish point in front of the castle itself.

We class this as an ‘undulating’ trail course with no major hills to contend with, making it ideal for those new to ultra-running, looking to take the next step to a longer distance or aiming for a PB. The course will be fully marked.

Route / Aid Stations

The 10-mile loop around the stunning Grimsthorpe Castle Estate includes a mix of grass trails through ancient woodland, quiet estate roads, limestone tracks and even a disused Victorian railway line. You also skirt around the beautiful Grimsthorpe lake before reaching the start/finish point in front of the Castle itself.

Medics

There will be fully qualified medics onsite throughout the event.

Aid Stations

If you are running one of the ultra-distances, you are expected to be self-sufficient and manage your own supplies. You are encouraged to bring your own tent/shelter, which can be left close to the start/finish point. There will be an Aid Station at mile 5 stocked with limited snacks & water. There will also be a toilet located at the aid station.

DETAILS

Food DrinkThere will be hot food and hot/cold drinks available to purchase throughout the event (from 6am on Saturday until 10am on Sunday).

Course MarkedYes.

TerrainExpect a mix of estate roads, limestone tracks and grass trail. Trail shoes are recommended, especially in damp/wet conditions.

Elevation550ft per lap.

CampingRunners are permitted to camp on-site on the Friday and Saturday nights. The camp area will be close to the start/finish line making it ideal for storing supplies for the race.

Start times/location

Grimsthorpe Castle, Bourne. PE10 0LY. http://www.grimsthorpe.co.uk

100 & 70-miles: 7am (Saturday, 24th May)

40-miles: 8am (Saturday, 24th May)

10-mile Day: 10am (Saturday, 24th May)

10-mile Night: 9pm (Saturday, 24th May)

Date

Saturday, May 24 & Sunday May 25, 2025

Pacers/Crew/Spectators

Spectators

The more, the merrier. There is a small car parking charge of £5 per car (not per person) of which 100% goes to the Grimsthorpe & Drummond Castle Trust Limited (reg charity number: 507478). You are free to walk the whole course to cheer on competitors. There will be food and drink available to purchase.

Pacers (70 & 100 mile runners only)

Permitted from mile 50 and on foot only. Only one pacer per runner at any one time.

Crew

Whilst you are welcome to walk the whole course, a crew point is only permitted at the start/finish location. Anyone found breaking this rule will be disqualified.

Rules

Cut-Off Time

The 70 and 100-mile races have a strict cut off time of 28-hours. The 40-mile race has a strict cut off time of 27 hours.

Mandatory Kit List: 40, 70 & 100 Mile solo races only

A kit check will be carried out upon registration.

Fully charged mobile phone, including the numbers for the Race Medic and Race Directors. Both numbers will be supplied to you prior to the race.

Survival blanket (1.4m x 2m minimum).

Headtorch/primary light source – minimum of 75 lumens (from 6pm).

Back-up light source (from 6pm)..

Long sleeved baselayer, separate to what you are wearing at the start

Waterproof jacket

Water bladder/vest/bottle capable of carrying a minimum of 1 litre of water.

We are operating a cupless race so you must bring a cup with you. These will be available to purchase on the day.

There will be a well-stocked running shop on site should you forget anything.

Mandatory Kit List (10-mile night race only)

Headtorch or chest torch (for 10-mile night and team runners starting a lap after 6pm).

Extra Info

Withdrawals

If you need to withdraw for any reason, unfortunately we are unable to offer a refund. However, you can defer your place to 2025 up to 4-weeks prior to the race (April 27). After this our race day costs, which are based on numbers, have been incurred.

If you would like to transfer your place to another runner, please email hello@bogdogrunning.co.uk with the runner’s name, address, date of birth, gender and any medical information. Transfers after May 3 will incur a £5 admin fee.

Qualification Standard

Whilst there is no official qualification standard, we suggest the following:

40-mile runners: Comfortable running 15 to 20-mile distances regularly.

70-mile runners: Comfortable running marathon to 50km distances regularly. There is a very generous cut-off limit so those walking still have a good chance of finishing.

100-mile runners: Have completed at least a 50-mile distance within a year of the event, with a finish time of at least 13-hours.

Entries

You cannot change the distance you have selected upon entry. If you enter the 100-mile race and decide to drop out at mile 70, you are classed as a DNF. Likewise, if you enter the 70-mile race, finish this distance and feel good enough to attempt the 100, you cannot upgrade to this distance.

Rules

Runners must follow the marked course at all times. Any runner found cutting the course will be instantly disqualified.

Your bib numbers must be on the front of your shirt/shorts and visible at all times.

Runners may not stash food/supplies on the course.

Littering will mean instant disqualification.

Runners are responsible for the actions of their pacers!

Pacers are permitted from mile 50 only and must be on foot.

Only one pacer at any one time.

Runners must carry mandatory kit equipment at ALL times.

You must comply with all instructions given at the race briefing.

If you are unable to finish the race you MUST inform the race directors.

Walking poles are permitted

Runners/walkers in the 10-mile solo races only can have a dog with them. However, this is not a canicross event, therefore they must start at the back of the field and be comfortable not to ‘race’. Dogs MUST be kept on a lead as there is Livestock on the Estate.

Pricing

10-mile Day: £32

10-mile Night: £32

40-miles: £85

40-miles, teams of 4 max: £125

70-miles: £130

100-miles: £150

100-miles, teams of max 5: £285

All finishers receive a medal. Trophies will be awarded to first, second and third in all male & female solo races. Trophies will also be awarded to the winning team in both team relay races.

Prizes may be awarded depending on sponsors. We will update this section accordingly.

Lough Cutra Castle
2025-05-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Lough Cutra Lodge, Lough Cutra, Gort, Co. Galway, Ireland
Triathlon and Multisport Festival, 24-25 May 2025

Join us to race through the beautiful grounds and surrounding area of stunning South Galway. Pick your discipline – triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, aquathlon, swim and run – and choose a distance from starter to elite. Recruit your friends and celebrate completing your challenge in our festival village.

Venue

The Castle was built during the Gothic revival period and was once home to now King Charles during a 3-day visit to Ireland. The Castle is idyllically situated overlooking the Estate’s 1,000 acre lake (the largest privately owned lake in Europe), home to this event’s open-water swims.

Races

Our Lough Cutra Castle event features some truly iconic courses in the West of Ireland. The weekend will host a huge range of races for all ages and abilities. Whether you’re 9 or 90 years old, a first-timer or an elite, you can pick from our triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, aquathlon, run and swim races.

Tour de Northamptonshire
2025-06-08 00:00 - 23:59 | Where: Naseby Village Hall, Haselbech Road, Naseby, NN6 6DE Northants.
The cycle king and Hawk cycles Tour de Northamptonshire Cyclosportive

A three-distance event sponsored by www.cycleking.co.uk

The ‘Tour of the Villages’ X (30 mile), ‘Reservoirs & Aerodromes’ XL (40 mile) and XXL (60 mile) sportive is an event suitable for all abilities and takes cyclists through picturesque Northamptonshire villages and countryside, following quiet lanes with a few cheeky hills thrown in!

A well-stocked feed station for all distances at Great Cransley Village Hall will be providing a selection of tea, coffee, homemade cakes, and an opportunity to top up water bottles to get you on your way to the finish, where a medal awaits! There is an additional feed station at Sywell Village Hall for the XL and XXL, where you can top up water bottles and grab a snack. The event has mechanical support.

Cholmondeley Castle
2025-06-21 00:00 - 2025-06-22 23:59 | Cheshire, Malpas SY14 8ET, United Kingdom
Pick your discipline – triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, aquathlon, swim and run – and choose a distance. Recruit your friends and celebrate completing your challenge in our festival village.

Book 2025 with 25% Discount

What a fantastic weekend of racing! We hope you enjoyed yourselves. Scroll down to find your results, photos and merchandise.

We’ll be returning to Cholmondeley Castle on the 21st and 22nd of June in 2025, and for a limited time, we’re offering 25% off all race distances for 2025 bookings. Secure your spot today to benefit from this fantastic discount.

Venue

Cheshire

Throughout the multisport weekend, athletes and spectators can enjoy a fun-packed festival village right in the heart of the Cholmondeley Castle estate, featuring live music, shopping, food and drink, children’s entertainment, yoga and more.

This Cheshire castle has been home to the Cholmondeley Family since the 12th Century, and its grounds feature Deer Park Mere, which is a beautiful setting for our open water swim. To the south of the castle lies Tower Hill, the highest point of the run routes, where athletes are rewarded with panoramic views of the Beeston and Peckforton Hills.

Races

Course maps

Join us for the Cholmondeley Castle sporting festival set within the extensive 500-acre parkland. Pick your discipline; triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, aquathlon, swim and run, then select the distance of your choice.

This event will host a mixed-team relay triathlon, which you can enter with your club or family and friends for a great day out and perhaps a chance at the podium! Please read our in-depth 2024 Event Competitor Guide to give you a flavour of what to expect on race day. Half Iron participants can view their Gauntlet Course Guide here. Use the buttons below for a full list of races and course maps.

Governing Body

Day licence and membership

In 2024, we were delighted to be awarded the British Mixed Team Relay Championships and the Standard Distance Duathlon World Championship Qualifier for 2025. Find out more about Age Group racing, becoming a British Champion and how to qualify.

And once again, we were honoured to be part of the Triathlon England North West Junior Series.

Cholmondeley Castle Triathlon and Multisport Festival 2025 will be a British Triathlon permitted event. If you are taking part in a triathlon or multisport event, you are required to provide your race licence or obtain a BTF Race Pass.

Cardiff Triathlon & Duathlon 2025
2025-06-22 00:00 - 23:59 | Wales Millennium Centre, Bute Pl, Cardiff, Cardiff Bay CF10 5AL, UK, United Kingdom
Situated in the renowned Cardiff Bay, this triathlon & duathlon stands out as a truly memorable city race on the calendar. The event village and transition area are located on Roald Dahl Plass, right in front of the Wales Millennium Centre.

Securing your spot in the Cardiff Triathlon & Duathlon not only grants you access to one of the UK’s finest city triathlons but ensures an experience beyond compare. Anticipate a meticulously planned route with closed roads, captivating global broadcast coverage, and a vibrant racing atmosphere. Whether you’re tackling the Super-Sprint, Sprint, Standard, 70.3 triathlon, or Sprint Duathlon, the Cardiff Triathlon & Duathlon caters to all skill levels. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary event!

Choose your distance

Super-Sprint

Swim: 400m

Bike: TBC

Run: 2.5km

Sprint

Swim: 750m

Bike: TBC

Run: 4.7km

Standard

Swim: 1500m

Bike: TBC

Run: 9km

Legend

Swim: 1900m

Bike: TBC

Run: 21.8km

Sprint Duathlon

Run 1: 2.5km

Bike: TBC

Run 2: 4.7km

What’s Included

Lively Event Village

Music, commentary, shopping, food and chill out zones.

Family Friendly Vibes

Family finishes and plenty to see and do.

On Course Support

Brilliant marshals, signage and pick up vehicles

Welsh Slate Finisher Mementos

Locally made to mark your achievement and provide a lasting, unique and usable memento

Spectacular Location

Cardiff’s unique city architecture offers a great backdrop to your race

Professional Timing

Chip timing & live online results

The Bridge Triathlon
2025-06-22 00:00 - 23:59 | Dartford, United Kingdom
The race takes place in one of the cleanest lakes in the south off England. The bike course is all on closed roads and it ideal for anyone new to the sport of Triathlon.

In the event of us losing any part of the course we will turn the Triathlon into an alternative event. If we lose the road it will become an Aquabike. If we lose the lake it will become a Duathlon. Sorry no refund will be given as this will be out of our control. In the 10 years this has not been a problem.

There are three different distances plus a team relay to choose from: a super sprint, sprint and standard plus a relay option for the standard distance triathlon.

We are also running an Aqua Bike race. The first wave goes off at 6.30am and then every 15 minutes

Estimated start times.

Stranded distance, Relay and Aqua bike 6.30am,6,45am,7.00am

Sprint distance, Relay and Aqua bike 7.00am, 7.15am, 7.30am, 7.45am.

GO TRI 8.00 am

Distances

Standard Distance swim 1500m – bike 42km – run 10km

Relay swim 1500m – bike 42km – run 10km

Sprint Distance swim 750m – bike 24km – run 5km

GO TRI Distance swim 400m – bike 14km – run 3.3km

Aqua Bike swim 1500 – 42k bike.

Aqua Bike swim 750 – 22k bike

Parallel Windsor
2025-07-06 11:00 - 17:00 | Windsor Great Park, Windsor, SL4 2HT, United Kingdom
Parallel Windsor is a Festival of Inclusivity with Challenge Events for all ages, health conditions and abilities. Held in the grounds of the majestic Windsor Great Park. Choose from the: 100m, 1km, 5km, 10km or our innovative SuperSensory. ‘Start together, finish whenever!’ is our motto. Everyone who starts receives a medal, t-shirt and goody bag. Assistance animals and mobility aids are welcome. Parallel Windsor is bursting with accessible family-friendly activities and entertainment. Expect to find: live music, inclusive sport, comedy, dance, accessible climbing wall, cookery, animal kingdom, storytelling, sensory sport, food trucks and a picnic area. There is something for everyone. As a fully-accessible event, we have: accessible toilets including RevoLoos, onsite parking, quiet and sensory areas, medical support, accessible shuttles to/from the stations, plus a wonderful team of volunteers on-hand to help.
Festival only tickets, Challenge event tickets, and Carer tickets are all available to purchase from our website: parallellifestyle.com

Summer 10K
2025-07-11 00:00 - 23:59 | Coombe Abbey Park, CV3 2AB Coventry
Where is it?

Coombe Abbey Park, Coventry is run and managed by Coventry City Council. The What 3 Words location is here.

Parking costs up £3 for 1-2 hours. There is a toilet block next to the HQ on site. Coombe Abbey Park (CV3 2AB) is on the outskirts of Coventry and 6 minutes from Junction 2 of the M6. The closest train station is Coventry.

If you want to see what the venue is like watch the venue preview here.

Can I run with my dog?

No, it’s likely to be too warm, even later in the day to be running with dogs.

Course description

You’ll be running through woodland, meadow and over grass fields. Depending on the weather leading up to the event this could mean muddy, not so muddy or rock hard! There will be exposed trees roots, uneven surfaces and a few gates to navigate but the running will always have a view.

The route is undulating but not hilly. A truly great venue and route!

What does it cost?

We operate a tiered pricing approach. The earlier you enter, the cheaper the event but never ever will you pay a booking fee!

Before 11/06/2025 £16

After 11/06/2025 £21

Unaffiliated entrants pay £2 extra. Why not join your local running club or sign up the Big Bear Brigade and save 10% off entries for ever!

How far is the race?

10k! This might seem a bit pointless to mention given the name but this is different to a normal Big Bear Event. You’ll get the same love, a medal and some goodies but you can’t run all night!

I’ve heard you do cupless events?

Yes, but not for this event. Unlike our other events we will have some biodegradable cups with water/electrolyte available on the course. If you have a foldable/collapsible cup you can bring, even better but we don’t insist on it for our short races.

Has the event been run before?

Yes! We have won a Racecheck Gold Award for this event in 2024 and have won Gold awards in previous years. It has over 150 reviews scoring it at 4.8 out of 5! You’ll love it!

I’m not that fussed by a medal..

In that case our partnership with Earth Runs will be perfect! Rather than give you a medal you don’t really want (and to help reduce waste) we’ll give you a Big Bear Tree Token. Not only will a tree be planted for each token given out but the token is also full of wildflower seeds for you to grow at home!

Is there a cut-off?

Effectively 2 hours. This is how long the medics are booked for. The hope is that cut-off shouldn’t exclude anyone from entering. Please do contact us if that is the case. We do have to be conscious of the sunset too!

The Bridge Children's Triathlon
2025-07-13 00:00 - 23:59 | Dartford, United Kingdom
The 7th Bridge Children’s Triathlon will take place on the 13th July 2025. Entries are now open for the 2025 Dartford Bridge Children’s Triathlon. Every year we learn a bit more and we try and improve our events.
New swim course for this year’s children’s race. No lap’s just one loop for each race. 50m, 150m, 200, 300, this will make the swim easier for the children.
Due to time restrictions we are limited to only 50 in each age race wave. Boys and girls may be racing in the same wave. The children’s race is a stand alone race now. It was to hard to run it after the adult race. We need to have reopened the road by 10am so all waves will need to start on time.
We will be fencing off all areas this year for safety reasons. We will also be moving the Transition area down to the trees to give us more room. The Finish will also be moved 20m again to give us more room (see site plan)
Registration will only open at 5.30am for the children’s race. All children must be at the start area 15 minutes before their wave is due to start. Start times will be sent out the week before the race date by e-mail. They will also be posted on the web site
If you have any questions please feel free to ask before the day of the race. Estimated start time for each age group. This will be confirmed on 10th July.

Tri-Star 4 15/16 6.30 am
Tri-Star 3 13/14 7.30 am
Tri-Star 2 11/12 8.15am
Tri-Star 1 9/10 9.00am
Tri-Start 8 9.30am

Please note this will be a wet suit swim for the children’s race. We also ask that you must have swum open water before the day of the race.

Tri-Start age 8 Swim: 50m, Bike: 1.5k, 1 lap -Run: 600m -1 lap
Tri-Star 1 – 9/10 Swim: 150m, Bike: 3k 2 laps – Run -1k -2 laps
Tri-Star 2 – 11/12 Swim: 200m, Bike: 6k 4 laps Run: 1.5k – 3 laps
Tri-Star 3 – 13/14 Swim: 300m, Bike: 7.5k 5 laps Run: 2k – 4 laps
Youth 15/16 Swim: 400m , Bike: 13k – 3k- 6 laps

If you have any questions about The Bridge Triathlon, please get in touch info@bridgetriathlon.co.uk
PLEASE NOTE: Swimming is forbidden in the lakes on The Bridge at any time other than for events or during authorised Open Water Swim training sessions. Any person found swimming in the lakes on The Bridge is committing an act of Trespass, will be asked to leave and will be barred from site and disqualified from all future events at The Bridge.
