Sun 26 Apr 2026 Ledbury, Herefordshire, UK

Eastnor Castle Backyard 8hr and 8hr Relay | Eastnor Castle Backyard 8hr and 8hr Relay

The Eastnor Backyard is held in the beautiful private grounds of the Eastnor Castle Deer Park set within the wider Malvern Hills National Landscape, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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  • Sun 26 Apr 2026
Eastnor Deer Park, Ledbury
Eastnor Castle Backyard 8hr and 8hr Relay

08:00

Age 20 & over

£65

  • 8 hrs multi terrain running

Event overview

Nestled in green hills and tree filled parkland, the private estate road takes runners on a figure of 8 route with stunning views of Eastnor Castle and of British Camp, a distinctive Iron Age Hill fort standing tall on the horizon. Race against the clock from 8am through until 4pm, either as a solo runner or part of a large team, to achieve landmark distances of a 33.3mile ultra over 8hrs.

This event is part of Eastnor Castle Backyard 8hr and 8hr Relay.

Event details

  • Average fitness
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Spectators
  • Teams

Route

  • Distance markers
  • First aid
  • Food stations
  • Marshals
  • Multiple laps
  • Water stations

Location

  • Changing facilities
  • Paid parking
  • Park
  • Secure bag storage
  • Toilets

What's included

  • Medal

How to enter

  • Age 20 & over
  • Entries open
  • Enter online
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