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Big Bear Events

Griffin Challenge

Name: Griffin Challenge
Start: 2026-06-03
End: 2026-06-03
Location: Market Harborough, UK
Rating: 4.97

Location

Market Harborough, UK

Entry Options

6 Hours

Rating Highlights

5.00 /5

Swag

5.00 /5

Course Navigation

5.00 /5

Aid Stations

Rating Overview

All Time Average

4.97

2026 Average

4.97

Rating Breakdown

Pre-event communication

5.00

Event Logistics

4.94

Supporting Staff

4.94

Event Safety

4.94

Course Navigation

5.00

Course Congestion

4.94

Aid Stations

5.00

Swag

5.00

Sustainability

4.94

Finish Area

5.00

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Features & Characteristics

Degree of Challenge

Ideal for beginners

81% of reviews

Atmosphere

Small & Intimate

100% of reviews

Location

Remote Nature

94% of reviews

Running

Undulating - Mixed

75% of reviews

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Griffin Challenge take place?

Griffin Challenge takes place in Market Harborough, UK.

What distances does Griffin Challenge offer?

Entry options include: 6 Hours.

How is Griffin Challenge rated by runners?

Griffin Challenge has an average rating of 4.97 out of 5 from 16 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is Griffin Challenge like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Ideal for beginners (81% of reviews), Small & Intimate (100% of reviews), Remote Nature (94% of reviews), Undulating - Mixed (75% of reviews).

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5.0

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claudie c.

5.0

· 2026 ·

A great new venue for Big Bear's 6 hour challenges. Bassed near Market Harborough, next to a local brewery (Braybrooke Taproom) with cafe and toilets. For its ignogural run, it rained, quite a lot! The laps were approximately 3.3 miles long out and back along the lovely Griffin Trail and Brampton Valley Way. There were a couple of cheeky little hills and a lovely bit along a disused railway. Everyone who completed at least one lap received a medal (or planted a tree). t was lovely to see friends passing the other way at regular intervals and to encourage each other. There was a table to leave one's own snacks and drinks (handy if you're GF) but also plenty of drinks (cupless) including real Coke and snacks catering for allergies where possible. The volunteers were as always super supportive and encouraging. Paul's races are very much focused on enjoyment and incredibly inclusive. This course was not exception. Great for speedies and course PBs and great for run/walkers as they never felt they were left behind or held anyone up. Can we have more runs at this venue please?

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Mitesh T.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hours ·

The course was perfectly marked, and the entire event was flawlessly managed. Gravel track was great and even the rain doing its thing on the corn field path didn’t diminish what was a great day of running. Thanks Paul and the team. Keep doing what you’re doing!

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Rachel H.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hours ·

As always another well organised event from Big Bear. I wasn’t expecting to enjoy the route, more out and back rather than a loop as much as I did, just shows it’s worth turning up with an open mind. It’s a course I’d definitely return for.

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Elaine G.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hours ·

A new venue, another great course. Well organised and great support. Highly recommend.

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Patricia P.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hours ·

Loved the course. Event was very well organised as is usual for Big Bear events. Would definitely do this event again.

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Kirstie F.

4.9

· 2026 Half marathon ·

Really loved this event as not only local to me but knew from past experience that it would be well organised. Great atmosphere on the day, even the rain didn’t dampen our spirits. Paul as ever organised a great event. Not sure the distance was as accurate as advertised but the route was lovely, interesting and had a good running surface for 90% of the time. Nice hill to stop it being too boring. Alcohol free beer much appreciated at the finish and as always, a fab medal! Thank you!

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Helen F.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hours ·

First timer - loved the race & such a great atmosphere 👏

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Sarah B.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hours ·

Another outstanding event by Big Bear. Good venue, different kind of “lap” which was great, well marked course and an aid station that puts every other company to shame!!! Love Big Bear Events, love the 6 hour relaxed approach and the medals are smashing! Thank you as always!

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Sam W.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hours ·

A great event and a wonderful new location. Big bear events are always so much fun, and the people there are just top drawer. Friendly marshalls, great aid stations and lovely countryside running.

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Brian T.

5.0

· 2026 6 Hours ·

Another great BigBear event - seemless as usual.

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