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South West Spartan

Name: South West Spartan
Start: 2026-08-16
End: 2026-08-16
Location: Badminton

Badminton, United Kingdom • 16 Aug 2026

South West Spartan : Badminton Estate, South Gloucestershire

South West Spartan is an obstacle course race weekend held at Badminton Park and nearby fields and woodland in Gloucestershire. The event on August 16, 2026 includes multiple race options across mainly flat terrain with some small hills. Organisers present a one day trifecta opportunity across three main distances.

The weekend offers a mix of terrain as courses move through parkland, open fields and wooded sections. The venue is described as one of the flatter Spartan locations while still containing small climbs. Event listings show a 4.8 average rating from six racer testimonials.

Available race formats and starting prices:

Sprint - 5 km, 20 obstacles, starting price £114
Super - 10 km, 25 obstacles, starting price £144
Beast - 21 km, 30 obstacles, starting price £186
Kids Race - starting price £20

Spectator access is available. The event page also lists race day information, arrival and heat arrangements, volunteer opportunities, and options related to travel and team entries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Badminton

Race information

Registration

Half Marathon

Beast

10 km

Super

5 km

Sprint

South West Spartan Kids Race Sunday

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

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