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Badger Challenge

Loughborough, United Kingdom • 27 Feb 2026

The Badger Challenge is a 6-hour trail running event held at Beacon Hill Country Park in Leicestershire, UK. Participants run multiple laps of a 3.3-mile off-road loop featuring a challenging course with an uphill first half and a downhill second half, offering stunning panoramic views. Runners can choose their distance, from a single 5k lap to over 50 miles, making it suitable for all abilities.

The event welcomes canicross participants and ruckers, promoting a friendly and sociable atmosphere. It supports Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity and offers eco-friendly tree seed tokens as an alternative to medals. Parking and public transport access are convenient. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Loughborough

Race information

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3 mi
3.3 Mile off-Road Loop
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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