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Big Bear Events

Kingfisher Challenge

Name: Kingfisher Challenge
Start: 2026-09-30
End: 2026-09-30
Location: Coventry, UK
Rating: 4.97

Location

Coventry, UK

Entry Options

6 Hour Challenge

Rating Highlights

5.00 /5

Pre-event communication

4.98 /5

Event Safety

4.98 /5

Swag

Rating Overview

All Time Average

4.97

2026 Average

4.93

Rating Breakdown

Pre-event communication

5.00

Event Logistics

4.98

Supporting Staff

4.98

Event Safety

4.98

Course Navigation

4.91

Course Congestion

4.96

Aid Stations

4.96

Swag

4.98

Sustainability

4.96

Finish Area

4.96

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Features & Characteristics

Degree of Challenge

Ideal for beginners

58% of reviews

Atmosphere

Small & Intimate

98% of reviews

Location

Remote Nature

84% of reviews

Running

Undulating - Mixed

78% of reviews

Awards & Accolades

Racecheck Gold Award - 2025

Racecheck Top Rated Award - 2025

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Kingfisher Challenge take place?

Kingfisher Challenge takes place in Coventry, UK.

What distances does Kingfisher Challenge offer?

Entry options include: 6 Hour Challenge.

How is Kingfisher Challenge rated by runners?

Kingfisher Challenge has an average rating of 4.97 out of 5 from 53 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is Kingfisher Challenge like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Ideal for beginners (58% of reviews), Small & Intimate (98% of reviews), Remote Nature (84% of reviews), Undulating - Mixed (78% of reviews).

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5.0

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Samantha R.

5.0

· 2026 37 Miles ·

My first big bear event and I couldn’t have asked for anything more. Very clear brief from the start and exceptional support throughout. It was my first ultra and I took some snacks for fuel but they weren’t needed, the station was fully stocked all day! It is a cup less event so I would recommend taking water in a bottle if you prefer that option. There was a place to leave water next to the fuelling station.

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Katharine S.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hour Challenge ·

It was a lovely friendly event and I would highly recommend it

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Claudie C.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hour Challenge ·

Great event in the lovely Coombe Abbey park near Coventry. Course varied with lovely wooded areas and fields. Start/finish/ aide station near proper toilets. Do as many laps within 6 hours as you like. Lovely medal or choose to plant a tree! Great variety of drinks and snacks (including fresh fruit, cheese as well as sweets, chocolate, caffeine sweets). Support from volunteers/staff at aid station very friendly and helpful. Course well signposted. I did this course (8 laps) last year for my 100th marathon and have come back again this year. Highly recommended!

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Brian T.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hour Challenge ·

Another great 'BigBear' event, well attended, good course, great aid station and supporting marshals etc.

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John H.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hour Challenge ·

Great day! Awesome community! Can’t beat it! I had a great time and hit a new PB! All round great experience. Would recommend easily🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

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Joe R.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hour Challenge ·

Ran the kingfisher at coombe abbey, was extremely well marked considering its all over the woods. The staff were great with a huge selection of goodies at the aid station. Will 100% be signing up to the next one

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Alison C.

4.9

· 2026 6 Hour Challenge ·

Amazing course and support, everything was top-notch. Can’t wait to race again next year!

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Robin T.

4.1

· 2026 6 Hour Challenge ·

Overall a solid event. I’d do it again!

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Ronald L.

4.8

· 2026 half marathon ·

Just like at Braybrooke everything was very well organised. I really like events held in the week and look forward to catching up with you again. best wishes Ron

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Chris Y.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hour Challenge ·

Loved every moment of this event! The atmosphere was great!

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