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Challenge Series Race 1 – Bedgebury Forest 5 and 10 miles

Bedgebury National Forest Bedgebury Road, Goudhurst

https://www.letsdothis.com/gb/e/the-bedgebury-forest-10-5-mile-38994   An interesting race through Bedgebury Forest. Perfect for runners of all abilities, the route weaves through this impressive woodland over undulating tracks and trails.  The course can be muddy, so trail shoes would be advised if the weather has been wet.  Results from either of the two distances will be included in the […]

Challenge Series Race 2 – Mel’s Milers 10k

Wakefield Place Wakefield, Haywards Heath

http://www.melsmilers.co.uk/mels-milers-10k/   This race boasts a friendly atmosphere and a fantastic setting, starting in the Avenue and finishing in the Quadrangle of Christ’s Hospital school.  A flat, multi-terrain course, mainly on good quality off road tracks.  Recommended.

Challenge Series Race 3 – Worthing Half Marathon

The Worthing Lido Marine Parade, Worthing

https://www.run-fest.com/worthing/worthing-half-marathon/ A brand-new course for this year, with a two lap route that will be starting and finishing along the seafront next to the Worthing Lido and the Pier.  The entire route will be fully road closed and it is flat as a pancake making it the perfect place to have a go at a […]

Challenge Series Race 4 – Orpington High Elms 10k

https://www.orpingtonroadrunners.org.uk/high-elms-10k   Organised by Orpington Road Runners this is a 10k race around the nature trails of High Elms. The course is challenging and hilly, but very scenic to make up for it. Please see the website for further details about location and start times.

Challenge Series Race 6 – Denbies North Downs Half and 10 k

A wonderful trail half marathon and 10k which showcases the best of Denbies vineyard as well as the surrounding Surrey Hills.  Much of the run is through the vines and woodland paths of the Denbies estate, with 3 miles along the North Downs Way and along the Pilgrims Way before running back through the vines […]

Challenge Series Race 7 – The Lingfield 10

The Lingfield 10s are scenic and challenging multi-terrain races located in the rural South East corner of Surrey. There are two races: a 10 mile and a 10k.  The 10 mile route is hilly, but incredibly scenic with some stunning views along the top loop, plus more hills! The 10k is also a top quality […]

Challenge Series Race 8 – Caterham 10k

Despite the name, not in Caterham but a lap around Redhill Aerodrome on country lanes.  A very successful race for the Oxted Runners in previous years.  There is also the option to run Half Marathon distance, though this wouldn’t be included in the ranking for 2022. *The race organisers have yet to confirm whether this […]

Challenge Series Race 9 – The Canterbury Half Marathon

This race attracts a large Bank Holiday Monday entry to confirm its position as one of Kent's favourite half marathons.  The course is challenging and covers the quiet country lanes on the outskirts of the city. Please check the website for further details and start times. https://www.nice-work.org.uk/races/canterbury-half

Challenge Series Race 6 – East Grinstead 10 miles

Race 6 in the Challenge Series is a Trail 10 miler. Part of the Mid Sussex Weekend Marathon Distance event. Join at : https://www.nice-work.org.uk/races/-the-mid-sussex-east-grinstead-10-mile/2023