Giddy Horse Half Marathon, Trail, & Steeplechase Obstacle Course Races

The Bristol Fun Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course, held at North Somerset Showground, offers an exciting and family-friendly event featuring inflatable obstacles. Participants can choose from distances of 2.5km, 5km, 10km, or 15km, with the 5K course including 30 large, bouncy obstacles and five music zones to energize runners. The course is designed for all ages, with children aged 5-15 required to be accompanied by adults. The event promises a fun atmosphere with opportunities for team bonding, fancy dress, and plenty of laughter. Facilities include water stations, food vendors, parking, and spectator areas, making it a lively day out for friends and families. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Coventry Fun Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course, held at the University of Warwick, is the world's largest inflatable obstacle race, featuring a 2.5 km loop with 30 giant, bouncy obstacles on the 5K distance. Participants can choose from 2.5K, 5K, 10K, or 15K distances, with obstacles repeated each lap. The course includes exciting challenges like Start Mountain, The Crawler, and Swing Shot, set amid five energetic music zones to boost motivation. The event offers a fun, family-friendly atmosphere with group and charity discounts, hydration stations, food vendors, and spectator areas, making it an epic day out for all ages. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Exeter Fun Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course, held at Westpoint Arena in Exeter, Devon, is the world's largest inflatable obstacle race, featuring a fun and energetic atmosphere. Scheduled for August 9, 2025, participants can choose from distances of 2.5k, 5k, 10k, or 15k, with the 5k course including 30 giant inflatable obstacles such as climbing, sliding, and swinging challenges. The event is family-friendly, offering group and charity discounts, and includes music zones to keep runners motivated. Facilities include parking, toilets, bag drop, and food vendors. The event supports Devon Air Ambulance and encourages fancy dress for added fun. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The South West Spartan race takes place at the historic Badminton Estate in South Gloucestershire, UK, known as the birthplace of badminton. The event features a flat and fast course set in the scenic Gloucestershire countryside, making it ideal for both first-timers and experienced racers aiming for personal records. Participants can choose between the Sprint (5K with 20 obstacles) and the Beast (21K with 30 obstacles) distances, along with a Kids Race. The course offers a competitive yet enjoyable atmosphere, combining lush landscapes and rugged trails for a memorable obstacle racing experience. Team racing and discounts for service members are also available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Cheltenham Fun Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course is a lively and family-friendly event held at Cheltenham Racecourse, Gloucestershire. Participants can choose from distances of 2.5k, 5k, 10k, or 15k, featuring 15 to 90 inflatable obstacles depending on the course length. The 5K course includes 30 large, bouncy obstacles with exciting features like jumping, sliding, and swinging, spread across multiple laps. The event atmosphere is energetic and supportive, enhanced by five music zones along the route. Suitable for all ages (children aged 5-15 must be accompanied), it offers group discounts and charity ticket options, making it a fun day out for families, friends, and teams. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Eastnor Castle Mud Bath will take place in Eastnor on Sunday 26 April 2026.