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4.8

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SBR Events

The Longhorn

Name: The Longhorn
Start: 2026-04-18
End: 2026-04-18
Location: Ollerton, Newark, UK
Rating: 4.83

Location

Ollerton, Newark, UK

7 Entry Options

5km Run/Walk (All ages)

10km

Half Marathon

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Rating Highlights

4.97 /5

Swag

4.95 /5

Course Navigation

4.94 /5

Supporting Staff

Rating Overview

All Time Average

4.83

2024 Average

4.86

Rating Breakdown

Pre-event communication

4.71

Event Logistics

4.92

Supporting Staff

4.94

Event Safety

4.90

Course Navigation

4.95

Course Congestion

4.65

Aid Stations

4.80

Swag

4.97

Sustainability

4.91

Finish Area

4.73

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Features & Characteristics

Degree of Challenge

Ideal for beginners

84% of reviews

Atmosphere

Large Festival Atmosphere

84% of reviews

Location

Remote Nature

97% of reviews

Running

Undulating - Mixed

71% of reviews

Awards & Accolades

Racecheck Gold Award - 2024

Racecheck Gold Award - 2023

Racecheck Gold Award - 2022

Racecheck Gold Award - 2021

Racecheck Gold Award - 2019

Racecheck Silver Award - 2018

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Frequently asked questions

Where does The Longhorn take place?

The Longhorn takes place in Ollerton, Newark, UK.

What distances does The Longhorn offer?

Entry options include: 5km Run/Walk (All ages), 10km, Half Marathon, 30K, Marathon, 50k Ultra, 60k Ultra.

How is The Longhorn rated by runners?

The Longhorn has an average rating of 4.83 out of 5 from 307 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is The Longhorn like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Ideal for beginners (84% of reviews), Large Festival Atmosphere (84% of reviews), Remote Nature (97% of reviews), Undulating - Mixed (71% of reviews).

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4.8

(307)

CLAIRE R.

4.8

· 2024 10k ·

Fabulous event, even in the mud! Very well organised and very friendly

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Gary A.

5.0

· 2024 5k ·

Great event and well organised.

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Sylwia D.

5.0

· 2024 Half marathon ·

What a fantastic race that was, despite the bad weather conditions everyone had a lovely time and race organisers delivered so much fun and made a memorable day for all the runners, very special thanks!!!

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Kim W.

4.8

· 2024 50km ·

The terrible weather tried to dampen the spirits of all taking part but there was no way this event was going out with a "damp squib" the volunteers, marshals and all the SBR Event team were fantastic, lifting all our spirits. The Longhorn event will be missed.

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Sarah G.

5.0

· 2024 10k ·

This year's event was super wet so you would think it wouldn't be as fun but the organisers and their team worked double hard to make everything go so smoothly and keep everyone's spirits up so although it was a real challenge it was still absolutely brilliant. I came away beamin...

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Mick D.

5.0

· 2024 30k ·

Although it was tough conditions I could not fault the organisation and all the staff for a brilliant day, all the hi- vest hero's had smiles on their face regardless of the weather conditions, 😀 Love the longhorn!

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Neil G.

5.0

· 2024 Canicross half marathon ·

In testing weather conditions the event was very well arranged and the volunteers and organisers were fantastic. So sad this was their last event as enjoyed all the SBR events I’ve done

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Eleanor l.

5.0

· 2024 10k Canicross ·

Inspite of the crazy rain leading to crazier running conditions it was a fantastic race again this year. Lovely merch and beautiful medal. Love the rainbow theme. So sad it's the last one.

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Donna W.

5.0

· 2024 Half marathon ·

Such a well organised and inclusive event. Absolutely breathtaking and so friendly too.

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Chloe S.

4.9

· 2024 5k ·

This was my first 5k race and I loved it. All staff were brilliant, despite the horrible weather. A shame it's the last one.

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The Longhorn