Ellen Daniel takes a look at the crazy, dirt-streaked world of obstacle course races across Surrey, with Muddy Races
Miles of mud? Barbed wire? 10 foot walls? This may sound more like a Marines training exercise than a day out, but for thousands across the UK it is all part of a new sports craze.
Whether this sounds like Hell on Earth or the just the sporting challenge you were looking for, obstacle course races or 'mud runs' as they are known have been gaining popularity over recent years.
The concept is simple: competitors choose a from variety of distances (from 5k runs for beginners to the more gruelling 10 mile events) and tackle crazy obstacles along the way. One thing is guaranteed: there will be mud.
However, these are races with a difference, putting 'camaraderie over finisher rankings', an emphasis is firmly placed on team work and socialising, with many competitors running for charity or in teams. For a way of improving fitness that is truly like no other, embrace the mud and take a look at what's coming up in your area.
Upcoming Events:
- Page 1 (Results 1-10)
-
1
Mud Slog @ The Muscle Acre, Guildford
Wood Street Village, Guildford, GU3 3EUMud Slog at Muscle Acre - with hills, water features and plenty of mud.
Sunday November 5, Wood Street Village, Guildford
5k, 10k or 15k races, from £23.
-
2
The Nuts Challenge @ Swires Farm
Henfold Lane, Dorking, RH5 4RPThe Nuts Challenge - includes 60 obstacles and multiple laps for those who want to increase the challenge.
September 2 & 3, 7km (with the option to increase to 14km) from £64.99
-
3
Antony Edmonds
GRIM Series
Aldershot, GU11 2HLGrim Series Run- held over the Army's vehicles testing tracks, this run is comprised of trails, hills, mud, water, cammo nets and even a bog!
2 December,
Short Course (4 Miles), from £22
Original Course (8 Miles), from £27
GRIM X16 (16 Miles), from £31
-
4
Back 2 The Trenches
Fullerswood Lane, Redhill, RH1 4EFBack 2 the Trenches- with over 70 obstacles, this is a military style course designed to push you to your limits.
No Mans Land - Sunday September 10, 6km (£50), 10km (£55), or 20km (£60)
The Big Push Winter - Sunday 5 November, 6km (£50)
-
5
Reigate Rampage Run
Flanchford Road , Reigate, RH2 8QZReigate Rampage Run - With 60 obstacles, the Reigate Rampage Run is an ideal starter race
5km or 10km- £40 (Juniors- £30)
For more events and training tips, head to http://www.muddyrace.co.uk
You can follow us on Facebook and Twitter for updates on our latest articles
Sign up to our Weekly Newsletter for exclusive competitions, offers and stories
Looking to advertise your business in Surrey or SW London? Check out our 11 different lifestyle magazines with a combined monthly distribution of over 210,000
- Page 1 (Results 1-10)
