Zigzag - Cock-A-Doodle Dawdle

Chipping, United Kingdom • 27 Jun 2026

Event overview

Cock-a-doodle Dawdle is a trail running event organised by Zig Zag Running at Hyde Hall Farm, Buntingford (SG9 0RU) on 27 June 2026. The course is undulating and combines trail, grassland and some tarmac paths. The event is limited to 300 entrants and entries close on 26 June 2026.

Distances and format

  • 5k
  • 10k
  • 15k
  • Half Marathon
  • Heavy Half Marathon - standard 5 laps, option to change to 6 or 7 laps on the day
  • Full Marathon
  • Ultra Marathon - standard 9 laps, can be increased up to 12 laps depending on time available

There is a six-hour event cut off; a four-hour cut off also applies for some starts.

Practical information

A water and aid station is located at the lap point. Parking is included and described as secure on site, with an attendant to direct vehicles and to the race number collection area. A baggage area is provided for warm clothes and shoes. Finishers receive a bespoke event medal or, where available, a lucky-dip medal from previous events. The event is cupless; participants should bring their own cups or bottles. Minimum age is 18 years. Prices vary by distance and option, roughly between £27 and £38. Transfers close on 20 June 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Marathon
Full Marathon
Half Marathon
Heavy Half Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
15 km
15k
10 km
10k
5 km
Ultra Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Five Gold Rings is a self guided trail run at The Chequers, Felsted on 29 December 2025, with half marathon, 7 mile and 5 km distances. Enjoy countryside routes at your own pace and a pub voucher included with entry.

Experience the Chilterns Winter 10 km, a guided trail run through woodlands, hills and scenic viewpoints with run leaders for every ability group. Finish at Church Farm Cafe with parking, bag drop and canicross friendly routes near train li..

Join Essex Winter Midweek Series No 7 for night street orienteering in Chelmsford using MapRun, part of the ten event series where your best six count. Bring a head or hand torch and wear high visibility clothing; under 16s need an adult.

Join the Dark Horse Trail on 21 January 2026 for a 5 mile self navigated run around Galleywood Common, starting and finishing at the Horse and Groom pub. Limited to 60 places, entry includes a sausage or veggie burger with chips.