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ZigZag - Great Barrow Challenge - Day 8

Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom • 31 Jul 2025

The Great Barrow Challenge Day 8, hosted by Zig Zag Running, takes place at the Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds. This event is part of a 10-day series offering various distances including 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon, and ultra marathon, allowing participants to choose their own pace and distance. Day 8 features the Mill Wind Half Route, an undulating and hilly trail course.

The event includes parking, a race HQ with water and aid stations, and bespoke medals awarded daily. Participants must bring their own hydration as the event is cupless, promoting sustainability. The challenge accommodates up to 300 runners aged 18 and over. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East of England Bury St Edmunds

Race information

Registration
26 mi
Full Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Ultra Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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