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Out Of The Blue Battle 10k

Name: Out Of The Blue Battle 10k
Start: 2026-06-25
End: 2026-06-25
Location: Ninfield

Ninfield, United Kingdom • 25 Jun 2026

Out Of The Blue Battle 10k & 5k : Ashburnham Place, Battle, East Sussex

Out Of The Blue Battle is the 11th anniversary edition of a twilight trail race held on the Ashburnham Place estate. The course uses parts of the 220 acre estate and is described as multi-terrain with hills. Dogs are not allowed on site.

Distances:

10k, two laps
5k, one lap
Junior Run

The event raises funds for four charities: Winston's Wish, Dragonflies, CALM and The Beachy Head Chaplaincy Team. On race day there are charity tents and a BBQ on site. Organisers provide a bespoke medal, free parking and a free sports massage.

On-the-day entry is cash only because of limited signal, and event information is sent to registered entrants before the race. Detailed route maps including GPX files are available for participants. The event takes place at Ashburnham Place in Battle, East Sussex and includes trail running across varied terrain and changing ground conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South East (England) Ninfield

Race information

Registration

10 km

10k

5 km

Junior Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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