Mud Madness - Chatelherault

Mud Madness - Chatelherault

Mud Madness takes place on 4 October 2026 at Chatelherault Country Park and is organised by South Lanarkshire Leisure & Culture. The event features mud runs with obstacles, water slides and river hazards around the Avon, and includes activities for children and families.

Distances and categories:

• 1 km mini mud run - Age 4-11, on the lawn.
• 5 km family mud run - Open to primary age and above; under 8s must be accompanied by an adult.

The course is marked with signs, tape and arrows and will have marshals in high visibility clothing around the route. Obstacles and water hazards are placed throughout; marshals can assist and provide first aid if required. The 1 km children’s route is on the lawn with marshals at each obstacle; adults may accompany or jog around the taped route to cheer or assist.

Bookings open 9 March 2026 and close 1 October 2026. Entry fees listed by category include a junior price for the 1 km and adult, junior and family options for the 5 km; family tickets allow a maximum of two adults and two juniors. Waves for the 5 km are staggered and chosen at booking.

At registration participants receive a Mud Madness t-shirt. Finishers collect a medal, with water and a snack provided. On-site parking is available at the Play Park and BBQ Area; toilets are in the Visitor Centre and there are no showers or changing facilities. Bag storage tags are issued at registration and the bag drop is on the lawn. The Oaks Cafe in the main house is available after the event. Photography and video may be taken for promotional use; an opt-out wristband can be requested at registration or on the day. Media may be retained for up to three years and image removal can be requested from the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.