Where does Essex 20 take place?

Essex 20 takes place in Saffron Walden, UK.

What distances does Essex 20 offer?

Entry options include: 20 Miles.

How is Essex 20 rated by runners?

Essex 20 has an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 from 14 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is Essex 20 like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Ideal for beginners (40% of reviews), Small & Intimate (70% of reviews), Remote Nature (80% of reviews), Flat & Fast (100% of reviews).

Essex 20 reviews | Racecheck

Name: Essex 20
Start: 2026-03-15
End: 2026-03-15
Location: Saffron Walden, UK
Rating: 4.34

Graham M.

4.8

· 2026 20 Miles ·

Great event

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Jim B.

4.6

· 2026 20 Miles ·

It's a hard race but so easy to turn up and get on with it. Maybe 30 - 40 metres from car to start line. Once we get going there's pretty much zero congestion. Sometimes a bit of wind but flat and a pretty good surface. No crossing roads; going up and down kerbs; dodging ca...

It's a hard race but so easy to turn up and get on with it. Maybe 30 - 40 metres from car to start line. Once we get going there's pretty much zero congestion. Sometimes a bit of wind but flat and a pretty good surface. No crossing roads; going up and down kerbs; dodging cars or obstacles. I could pretty much get into a pace and maintain it for as long as my fitness allowed it. Two water stations on each lap was great.

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Alan S.

5.0

· 2026 20 Miles ·

Excellent run as per usual , support organsation and medal superb Only negative is the tarmac and roads are starting to break up badly, lots of pot holes. 100% declined since last year, concerned soon someone will hurt themselves

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Reece G.

4.8

· 2026 20 Miles ·

Second time at an ATW event at carver barracks, this time for the 20 mile. Big fan of ATW events, always well organised and good value for money. Course was flat, just a few potholes to be mindful of along the way. Race consisted of 5 laps of around 6km each with 2 water station...

Second time at an ATW event at carver barracks, this time for the 20 mile. Big fan of ATW events, always well organised and good value for money. Course was flat, just a few potholes to be mindful of along the way. Race consisted of 5 laps of around 6km each with 2 water stations at the start and middle of each lap. While a lapped course, there is plenty room to overtake should you need The event maybe lacks the atmosphere of 'big' races which some runners may look for, however it's excellent for marathon training and more than makes up for it with smooth organisation, free photos, friendly staff and volunteers, nicely designed medals and snacks at the end, all for a reasonable price. I noticed that the medals also had braille engraving which is a nice touch from ATW as well! Would highly recommend the event if you have a spring marathon. There's also a 5k/10k race the same day.

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David K.

4.9

· 2026 20 Miles ·

Everything was great as per my review. However if you have any control over this, the loose stones/gravel by the potholes at times felt quite dangerous. Especially on the final lap when fatigue was high, it felt like I was an mis step away from rolling an ankle/tripping. The ...

Everything was great as per my review. However if you have any control over this, the loose stones/gravel by the potholes at times felt quite dangerous. Especially on the final lap when fatigue was high, it felt like I was an mis step away from rolling an ankle/tripping. The signage helped but perhaps next time the course could be swept for the large loose stones?

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Hayley R.

4.8

· 2025 20 Miles ·

First time I've run this course, thought I'd find the laps a bit boring but really enjoyed the mental challenge of running the loops. Really well organised, lots of goodies at the end, great medal, loads of parking and easy to get to and get away from. Would definately recomme...

First time I've run this course, thought I'd find the laps a bit boring but really enjoyed the mental challenge of running the loops. Really well organised, lots of goodies at the end, great medal, loads of parking and easy to get to and get away from. Would definately recommend as a pre-marathon training race. Was amazing to see the elite runners breezing past as they were competing for the top spots, over all a great Sunday morning run and well worth the entry fee. Well done organisers and thank you to all the volunteers who helped make it happen.

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Hayley, what lovely feedback. We are so happy that you enjoyed the whole event.

Neil O.

4.1

· 2025 20 Miles ·

What you expected was what you got. Easy to park and register. Flat course, 5 laps, decent surface (few lumps and bumps); good atmosphere, well-marshalled, actually enjoyed running alongside the 5km and 10km race because there was plenty of room for everyone. Inter-Counties compe...

What you expected was what you got. Easy to park and register. Flat course, 5 laps, decent surface (few lumps and bumps); good atmosphere, well-marshalled, actually enjoyed running alongside the 5km and 10km race because there was plenty of room for everyone. Inter-Counties competition added to the interest of the overall event. Definitely one we would recommend. Neil from Norwich.

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Thanks for the great recommendation Neil.

Sandra W.

5.0

· 2024 20 Miles ·

Great music around the course Pot holes and lots of loose stones

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Andrew Y.

3.9

· 2024 20 Miles ·

Generally a good well organized event. The exception was the 1km out and back section on the runway which was brain numbingly boring! Come on guys can't you do something a bit more interesting!!

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Graham h.

3.0

· 2024 20 Miles ·

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