The Valley of the Owls Run
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Booked 3 times in the last week
£20.00 - £35.00
Booked 3 times in the last week
About
Take in the fabulous scenery of The Valley of Owls in Suffolk as you run in the 7-hour cut-off race (5 hours if you start at 11am). Run a 5k, 10k, Half, Marathon, or Ultra around this magnificent course. All abilities are welcome, so sign up today for your next challenge.
5k, 10k, Half Marathon , and 2 more
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Sun, 11 Jun 2023
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Bury Saint Edmunds, United Kingdom
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Elevation
5 to 20m elevation gain per km
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Where and when
Location
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Rd, Bury Saint Edmunds IP29, UK, UK
Start times
Sun, 11 Jun 2023
5k:
9:00am | 10k:
9:00am | Half Marathon :
9:00am | Marathon :
9:00am | Ultra :
9:00am Races summary
Here's what races are available for The Valley of the Owls Run
5k
5km
£20.00 - £22.00
10k
10km
£20.00 - £22.00
Half Marathon
13.1mi
£22.00 - £27.00
Marathon
26.2mi
£30.00 - £35.00
Route information
This event will be utilising the Ousden route (Trail route) which is a Half marathon Loop, it will have a turn around point for 5k & 10k Participants and an aid station approximately 10k around the Route, so you'll be able to top up every 10k with refreshments.
This route takes place in the village of Ousden which is known as the Valley of Owls in Suffolk, take in the magnificent countryside whilst you run.
What's included
- Medal (Lucky-Dip or Event Medal)
- Coffee and Cake for all finishers
- Event marshals
- Water/aid stations
- Bag drop area (not secure)
- Free Parking
- Chip-timed results
How to get there
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Rd, Bury Saint Edmunds IP29, UK, UK
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Parking is included in your entry price.
Event day logistics
08:50 Runners called to the start line
09:00 Wave 1 starts
11:00 Wave 2 starts
16:00 Event ends
Waves
Participants have the choice to start their race at 9 am or 11 am. Please note that both waves will end at 3 pm, meaning those in the second wave will have a shorter time limit than those in the first wave.
It's a seven-hour cut-off, (if you start at 9am, and 5hour event if you start at 11am).
Race Packs
Race bibs will be collected on the day from registration.
Age Requirements
All entrants must be 18 and older to enter the event.
Water/Aid Station
There will be a water/aid station at Race HQ, which will be situated at the start and lap point of the route.
Bag Drop
There will be a space for runners to leave their bags and belongings, however, they are left at your own risk and should not contain valuables. It is advised by the organiser to leave your belongings in your car, keeping valuables out of sight.
Lucky Dip Medal
The lucky dip medal gives runners a chance of receiving a previous Zig Zag Events medal for a slightly reduced cost. This can be chosen when registering and ensures a little surprise on event day.
Cupless Event
Please note the event has gone cupless, so please bring your own water bottle to the event.
Zig Zag Running
Since 2000, Zoe of Zig Zag Running started running, starting from scratch with the feat of trying to get to complete a 5k, taking the couch to 5k training plan. It just didn't stop there, over the years pushing herself, this self motivation eventually evolved into marathon running. Zoe has completed Marathons, Ultra Marathons, 5 Marathons in 5 Days, 52 marathons in 52 weeks, 10 marathons in 10 days, 100 marathons in 100 weeks, a 50k & a 50 mile Ultra marathon, with her target next of completing a 100 mile race. Stephens background is in Hypnosis, therapy, sports coaching and Entertainment. During this time we have both gained valuable experience in what it takes to organise a good marathon, we have also both met and made friends with some wonderful people who are such fun to be around, with useful advice, assistance and encouragement throughout the country and even in other corners of the world Our mission is to give our runners the best experience and encourage others to achieve their goals and dreams and to also impart the ideals of good sportsmanship, community and health.
Kit List
Cupless Event
Please note the event has gone cupless, so please bring your own water bottle to the event.
FAQs
How old do I have to be to enter The Valley of Owls Run?
All entrants must be 18 and older to enter the event.
Is there a bag drop at The Valley of Owls Run?
There will be a space for runners to leave their bags and belongings, however, they are left at your own risk and should not contain valuables. It is advised by the organiser to leave your belongings in your car, keeping valuables out of sight.
Is there parking at The Valley of Owls Run?
Yes, parking is included in the price of your entry.
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