Holme Howler
Holme, United Kingdom • 12 Jul 2025
Holme Howler is a 10km adventure obstacle race held in the village of Holme, on the edge of the Lake District in North West England. The course features a mix of roads, fields, and scenic canal paths with various challenging obstacles such as cargo nets, walls, monkey bars, and a famous water slide. The event welcomes participants of all abilities and encourages fancy dress, with a superhero theme introduced in 2025. It offers a lively, family-friendly atmosphere including a Mini Howler fun run for children, a village fete, archery, and football tournaments. Medals are awarded to all finishers, making it a memorable and inclusive sporting event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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Mud & Obstacle runs nearby
The Lincoln Fun Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course is a lively and family-friendly event held at Lincoln Showground, Lincolnshire. Scheduled for June 7, 2025, it features multiple distance options: 2.5k, 5k, 10k, and 15k, with participants tackling inflatable obstacles—ranging from 15 to 90 depending on the distance. The 5K course includes 30 large, bouncy obstacles and five music zones to energize runners. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up (with adult supervision), the event offers a fun, supportive atmosphere ideal for friends, families, and teams. Amenities include water stations, food vendors, parking, and spectator areas, making it an exciting day out for all. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Tough Mudder - World's Toughest Mudder
Grantham - 34 mi from Holme • 28-29 Jun 2025
World's Toughest Mudder, held June 28-29, 2025, at Belvoir Castle in Grantham, Lincolnshire, UK, is a grueling 24-hour obstacle course challenge. Participants face a demanding course featuring the "Hills of Belvoir," with a 200m elevation gain per lap, and obstacles like Electroshock Therapy, Cry Baby, and Cage Crawl. The event offers individual and 4-person team relay formats, with prize money for top finishers. The atmosphere includes reserved campsites, food trucks, music, and a race center, creating a vibrant all-night experience. Finishers earn medals, finisher headbands, and shirts, marking their achievement in this ultimate endurance test. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Midlands Spartan Trifecta Weekend
Grantham - 34 mi from Holme • 11-13 Jul 2025
The Midlands Spartan Trifecta Weekend, held at the scenic Belvoir Castle in Grantham, Lincolnshire, offers a challenging obstacle course experience set against lush countryside and rugged trails. Participants can tackle three race distances over the weekend: the Sprint (5K with 20 obstacles), the Super (10K with 25 obstacles), and the Beast (21K with 30 obstacles). The event caters to both beginners and seasoned athletes, featuring flat and fast courses ideal for personal records. Additional activities include a Kids Race and the Hurricane Heat challenge. The weekend promises a vibrant atmosphere combining natural beauty with Spartan’s classic obstacles for an ultimate endurance test. 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.
DEKA FIT East Midlands
Derby - 60 mi from Holme • 6-7 Sep 2025
DEKA FIT East Midlands, held at Derby Arena, is a dynamic fitness challenge featuring 10 workout zones interspersed with 500 meters of running, covering a total distance of approximately 5 km. Designed for all fitness levels, the event tests endurance, strength, and conditioning in a high-energy, competitive atmosphere. Participants can compete individually or as teams, experiencing a functional fitness circuit that pushes physical limits. This event marks the first full DEKA FIT experience in the UK, offering a unique opportunity to earn the DEKA Trifecta by completing all three DEKA events within the year. The course combines varied fitness challenges with running, creating a comprehensive test of athletic ability. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Zombie Run
Colchester - 63 mi from Holme • 26 Oct 2025
The Zombie Run is a unique and fun running event held at Colchester Sports Park in Essex. Participants run up to ten laps of a flat, one-mile track, with the challenge of outrunning a "Zombie Horde" pacers who gradually increase their speed from a 15-minute mile to a 5-minute mile. The last runner remaining wins the race.
Fancy dress and makeup are encouraged to enhance the spooky atmosphere. The event features a family-friendly vibe with an event village offering food, drinks, and activities. All finishers receive a medal, and the winner earns a bespoke Zombie Run trophy.
The run supports The Robin Cancer Trust, raising funds for cancer education and support. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.