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SUMMARY:ATW Bedford Half Marathon & 10k
DESCRIPTION:Location: \n\n\n\nRussell Park\, Bedford\, Bedfordshire\, MK40 3RH \n\n\n\nThis chip-timed event is a sure-fire guarantee to give you the best chance of a PB in the Half-Marathon or 10K. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nThose 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. \n\n\n\nThe course will have both kilometre markers for the 10k and mile markers for the Half Marathon. \n\n\n\nThe 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! \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nA 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!) \n\n\n\nReason to Enter This Event:\n\n\n\n\nPB busting course\n\n\n\nBeautiful embankment run course\n\n\n\nWell marked course\n\n\n\nSupportive marshals\n\n\n\n5-star reviews on race check\n\n\n\nFREE event photos\n\n\n\nCustom designed medal\n\n\n\nFinish line snacks & goodies\n\n\n\nExcellent Previous Participant Reviews
URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/atw-bedford-half-marathon-10k/
LOCATION:Russell Park\, Bedford\, Bedfordshire\, MK40 3RH
CATEGORIES:10K Run,Half Marathon,Running
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SUMMARY:Lough Cutra Castle
DESCRIPTION:Triathlon and Multisport Festival\, 24-25 May 2025\n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nRaces\n\n\n\nOur 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.
URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/lough-cutra-castle/2025-05-24/1/
LOCATION:Lough Cutra Lodge\, Lough Cutra\, Gort\, Co. Galway\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Aquabike,Aquathlon,Duathlon,Junior (13-19),Running,Triathlon
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SUMMARY:Run The Grim Reaper 2025
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nExpect a mix of estate roads\, limestone tracks and grass trails. Trail shoes are recommended\, especially in damp/wet conditions. \n\n\n\nThe new direction for the Grim Reaper\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nLocated at the beautiful Grimsthorpe Castle\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nWe 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. \n\n\n\nRoute / Aid Stations\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nMedics\n\n\n\nThere will be fully qualified medics onsite throughout the event. \n\n\n\nAid Stations\n\n\n\nIf 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDETAILS\n\n\n\n\nFood DrinkThere will be hot food and hot/cold drinks available to purchase throughout the event (from 6am on Saturday until 10am on Sunday).\n\n\n\nCourse MarkedYes.\n\n\n\nTerrainExpect a mix of estate roads\, limestone tracks and grass trail. Trail shoes are recommended\, especially in damp/wet conditions.\n\n\n\nElevation550ft per lap.\n\n\n\nCampingRunners 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.\n\n\n\n\nStart times/location\n\n\n\nGrimsthorpe Castle\, Bourne. PE10 0LY. http://www.grimsthorpe.co.uk \n\n\n\n\n100 & 70-miles: 7am (Saturday\, 24th May)\n\n\n\n40-miles: 8am (Saturday\, 24th May)\n\n\n\n10-mile Day: 10am (Saturday\, 24th May)\n\n\n\n10-mile Night: 9pm (Saturday\, 24th May)\n\n\n\n\nDate\n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 24 & Sunday May 25\, 2025 \n\n\n\nPacers/Crew/Spectators\n\n\n\nSpectators\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nPacers (70 & 100 mile runners only)\n\n\n\nPermitted from mile 50 and on foot only. Only one pacer per runner at any one time. \n\n\n\nCrew\n\n\n\nWhilst 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. \n\n\n\nRules\n\n\n\nCut-Off Time\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nMandatory Kit List: 40\, 70 & 100 Mile solo races only\n\n\n\nA kit check will be carried out upon registration. \n\n\n\n\nFully charged mobile phone\, including the numbers for the Race Medic and Race Directors. Both numbers will be supplied to you prior to the race.\n\n\n\nSurvival blanket (1.4m x 2m minimum).\n\n\n\nHeadtorch/primary light source – minimum of 75 lumens (from 6pm).\n\n\n\nBack-up light source (from 6pm)..\n\n\n\nLong sleeved baselayer\, separate to what you are wearing at the start\n\n\n\nWaterproof jacket\n\n\n\nWater bladder/vest/bottle capable of carrying a minimum of 1 litre of water.\n\n\n\nWe are operating a cupless race so you must bring a cup with you. These will be available to purchase on the day.\n\n\n\n\nThere will be a well-stocked running shop on site should you forget anything. \n\n\n\nMandatory Kit List (10-mile night race only)\n\n\n\nHeadtorch or chest torch (for 10-mile night and team runners starting a lap after 6pm). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExtra Info\n\n\n\nWithdrawals\n\n\n\nIf 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. \n\n\n\nIf 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. \n\n\n\nQualification Standard\n\n\n\nWhilst there is no official qualification standard\, we suggest the following: \n\n\n\n40-mile runners: Comfortable running 15 to 20-mile distances regularly. \n\n\n\n70-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. \n\n\n\n100-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. \n\n\n\nEntries\n\n\n\nYou 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. \n\n\n\nRules\n\n\n\n\nRunners must follow the marked course at all times. Any runner found cutting the course will be instantly disqualified.\n\n\n\nYour bib numbers must be on the front of your shirt/shorts and visible at all times.\n\n\n\nRunners may not stash food/supplies on the course.\n\n\n\nLittering will mean instant disqualification.\n\n\n\nRunners are responsible for the actions of their pacers!\n\n\n\nPacers are permitted from mile 50 only and must be on foot.\n\n\n\nOnly one pacer at any one time.\n\n\n\nRunners must carry mandatory kit equipment at ALL times.\n\n\n\nYou must comply with all instructions given at the race briefing.\n\n\n\nIf you are unable to finish the race you MUST inform the race directors.\n\n\n\nWalking poles are permitted\n\n\n\nRunners/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.\n\n\n\n\nPricing\n\n\n\n\n10-mile Day: £32\n\n\n\n10-mile Night: £32\n\n\n\n40-miles: £85\n\n\n\n40-miles\, teams of 4 max: £125\n\n\n\n70-miles: £130\n\n\n\n100-miles: £150\n\n\n\n100-miles\, teams of max 5: £285\n\n\n\n\nAll 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. \n\n\n\nPrizes may be awarded depending on sponsors. We will update this section accordingly.
URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/run-the-grim-reaper-2025/
LOCATION:Grimsthorpe Castle Park & Gardens\, Estate Office\, Grimsthorpe\, Bourne PE10 0LY\, UK
CATEGORIES:10K Run,5K Run,Running
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SUMMARY:Lough Cutra Castle
DESCRIPTION:Triathlon and Multisport Festival\, 24-25 May 2025\n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nRaces\n\n\n\nOur 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.
URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/lough-cutra-castle/2025-05-24/2/
LOCATION:Lough Cutra Lodge\, Lough Cutra\, Gort\, Co. Galway\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Aquabike,Aquathlon,Duathlon,Junior (13-19),Running,Triathlon
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