Kingfisher Challenge

Coventry, United Kingdom • 30 Sep 2026

Event overview

The Kingfisher Challenge is a timed endurance event at Coombe Abbey Park, Coventry (CV3 2AB) on 30 September 2026. Entrants complete as many laps of the marked course as they wish within a 6-hour time limit. Entry is open to people aged 17 and over on the event date. The organiser operates tiered pricing that increases over time; unaffiliated entrants pay an additional £2.

Course and distances

The lap at Coombe Abbey Park is 3.3 miles and is mostly on stone pathways with a meadow section on open grassland that may be muddy depending on recent weather. The course is relatively flat with substantial tree cover and mainly hard surfaces. Standard reference distances for the lap format:

  • 3.3-mile lap
  • Marathon = 8 laps
  • Half marathon = 4 laps

Practical information

Parking at Coombe Abbey Park costs up to £5 depending on duration. There is a cafe and a toilet block next to the event headquarters. The park is on the outskirts of Coventry and is close to Junction 2 of the M6; the nearest train station is Coventry. A GPX file of the route is provided by the organiser. Alternatives offered include a tree token instead of a medal (each token supports tree planting and contains wildflower seeds), a partnership option to raise funds for Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity, suitability for rucking, and an on-demand option via a route app. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 mi
50 Miles
Marathon
Marathon Distance
5 km
5k Lap (approx. 3.3 Miles)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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