Soak up the Energy on the Southern Wales Coast A race that delivers in so many ways; combining outstanding natural beauty and rich history with an exciting course and renowned Welsh support. Race in a destination featuring sweeping waterfront of Swansea Bay leading to the vibrant seaside village of Mumbles, before cycling onto the beautiful … Continued
The Grizzly Bear Challenge is Big Bear Events' traditional season starter! The course and venue are great all year round and perfect for some early long runs if you’re building to a Spring marathon. So if you’re looking to come along for your first 10K, aiming for a marathon or looking to see how far … Continued
The Saltburn Trail Marathon has circular routes starting from Saltburn Learning Campus. Competitors will have the option of entering either the full Trail Marathon (26.2mi) The Trail Half-Marathon (13.2mi) or the Trail 10k (6.2mi). The Hardmoors 26.2 Saltburn Trail Marathon is part of the Hardmoors Trail Marathon Series set in the beautiful North York Moors and … Continued
The Stamford Striders' St Valentine 30K Race is the flagship event organised by the Club. It is run each year on the Sunday closest to St Valentine's Day. It is recognised nationally as a tough event, providing a good training race for those planning a spring marathon. The 2023 event will be the 29th running … Continued
Great running on the North Downs Way and Surrey Wildlife Trust reserve at Norbury Park! There is 2986 ft ascent in the whole race. The North Downs Ridge 50k Trail Ultra is a fully signed long distance trail route with extra race signage throughout, plus four checkpoints with proper food and hot / cold drinks to support … Continued
There is something for everyone at Meadows Marathon, from the 5K to the Full Marathon! Or, get your fancy dress on and your pals together to run in the relay race. Meadows Marathon is an annual student-organised event held in The Meadows in Edinburgh to raise money for local, national and international charities. Runners can … Continued
The Elephant Challenge will be perfectly suited for those with Spring marathons to train for or anyone looking to have an enjoyable (and sweaty!) day in the forest. With its mature woodland, flat pathways and changing scenery there is a reason Big Bear Events come back here year after year. It’s the best way to … Continued
The Gato Sports Head Torch 10K - Race 3 is the third of the Big Bear Events 3 part night time 10K series. It is a 10K event around Salcey Forest. You’ll be running around the forest in complete darkness with just your head torch to lead the way. A magical experience for those those … Continued
Looking for a spring-time challenge, something to train for and work towards through the autumn and winter months? The Inverness ½ Marathon is the perfect spring race to keep you motivated and training. This popular race follows a scenic route with great PB potential through the Highland capital of Inverness. The route starts alongside the … Continued
The Hardmoors 55 is a 55 mile Ultramarathon running from Guisborough to Helmsley. The 55 mile race will take competitors through the North York Moors and the Cleveland Hills in quite possibly winter conditions. Do not underestimate this race!! The race contains over 2000 metres of ascent and has a time limit of 16 hours. … Continued
The Salcey 50 returns in 2023 after a hugely successful 2022 and it promises to be another awesome event! Salcey Forest has hosted many Big Bear events over the years and Big Bear have loved taking you to other parts of the Forest. You’ll go to tracks away from the main visitor centre along some … Continued
Come and #RunCymru, South Wales’ oldest marathon. The race will start and finish at the magnificent Pembrey Country Park in Carmarthenshire. The route takes runners along the Millenium coastal path where the Half Marathoners will turn near Pwll and the Full distance runners will turn at the nearby Llanelli Wetland Centre. It’s the perfect spring race that … Continued
