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Big Bear Events

Dormouse Challenge

Name: Dormouse Challenge
Start: 2026-11-20
End: 2026-11-20
Location: Northampton, UK
Rating: 4.95

Location

Northampton, UK

Date

20th November '26

Entry Options

6 Hours

Rating Highlights

5.00 /5

Pre-event communication

4.98 /5

Event Safety

4.98 /5

Event Logistics

Rating Overview

All Time Average

4.95

2025 Average

4.95

Rating Breakdown

Pre-event communication

5.00

Event Logistics

4.98

Supporting Staff

4.96

Event Safety

4.98

Course Navigation

4.91

Course Congestion

4.93

Aid Stations

4.91

Swag

4.96

Sustainability

4.91

Finish Area

4.98

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Features & Characteristics

Degree of Challenge

Ideal for beginners

70% of reviews

Atmosphere

Small & Intimate

98% of reviews

Location

Remote Nature

98% of reviews

Running

Flat & Fast

53% of reviews

Awards & Accolades

Racecheck Gold Award - 2025

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Frequently asked questions

When is Dormouse Challenge?

The next edition of Dormouse Challenge takes place on 20 November 2026.

Where does Dormouse Challenge take place?

Dormouse Challenge takes place in Northampton, UK.

What distances does Dormouse Challenge offer?

Entry options include: 6 Hours.

How is Dormouse Challenge rated by runners?

Dormouse Challenge has an average rating of 4.95 out of 5 from 46 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is Dormouse Challenge like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Ideal for beginners (70% of reviews), Small & Intimate (98% of reviews), Remote Nature (98% of reviews), Flat & Fast (53% of reviews).

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5.0

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Ian C.

5.0

· 2025 6 Hours ·

Another well organised event. Great aid station and volunteers. Lovely course. Highly recommended

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Barry M.

5.0

· 2025 6 Hours ·

Brilliant as usual. My 26th event with Big Bear and as good as ever. Great atmosphere, great format, great fun. If you haven't tried one you should, just wait until I've booked my place first!

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Abi C.

5.0

· 2025 6 Hours ·

Absolutely fantastic event with seamless organisation!

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Alexis P.

5.0

· 2025 6 Hours ·

Loved it again. Such a well organised friendly event.

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Garfield J.

4.5

· 2025 6 Hours ·

One grumpy staff member. Everyone else was awesome, specially the RD

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Mike T.

5.0

· 2025 14 miles ·

As always, a superbly organised event, great support and a brilliant, friendly atmosphere.

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Elaine G.

5.0

· 2025 6 Hours ·

Highly recommend Big Bear Events, I have now completed 35! Love them. Lots of first timers, hope they enjoyed themselves and will return.

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Jamie c.

5.0

· 2025 6 Hours ·

This is my seventh time at a bigbear event, these are brilliant. The organisation and lead up on social media giving an overview of what to expect on course in the build up. To Paul's pre race brief, volunteers at the aidstaions which are always well stocked. The whole events are fantastic and the reason I keep coming back for more. If you haven't yet tried one even for one lap definitely give it a go it won't disappoint

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Mr C.

5.0

· 2025 6 Hours ·

One of the best races I’ve ever done. Incredible energy and great support! I'm looking forward to the next one. I would highly recommend this event. It was superb fun even in the cold weather. It was just brilliant from start to finish!

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Mitesh T.

4.8

· 2025 6 Hours ·

Yet another very well organised and run challenge event by Paul and the team. Aside from the cold, a very enjoyable six laps of Salcey Forest.

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