Raynedeer 2026

13th Dec 2026

Approved TRA permit no.8376

Organisers Statement: The traffic-free, out and back course on a hard-packed trail, will give you the opportunity to run a marathon or as many or as few laps as you wish, within the time limit of 6 hours. The loops will be 5.3km in distance and so you will need to do 4 for a half marathon, 8 laps to cover full marathon distance, and then if you choose to continue, the clock will be your only limiting factor!rnrnWith an aid station at the end of every lap, you will have the ability to fuel yourself without having to carry everything you might need. You may leave a bag with your specific requirements at the aid station, for you to raid as you see fit! Alternatively, there will be flapjacks, fruit and nuts, and also water and squash, should you feel like a change!rnrnAn opportunity to run on a fast, lapped course, without the need to carry your usual ‘clobber’ and for a sought after, unique, bespoke medal. 100 club, TRA and UK Athletics certified event, this promises to be a fantastic event for runners of all abilities. Course Description: The traffic free, out and back course on hard-packed trail, will give you the opportunity to run a marathon distance or as many or as few laps as you wish, within the time limit of 7 hours. The loops will be 5.3km in distance and so you will need to do 4 for a half marathon, 8 laps to cover full marathon distance, and then if you choose to continue, the clock will be your only limiting factor! With an aid station at the end of every lap, you will have the ability to fuel yourself without having to carry everything you might need. You may leave a bag with your specific requirements at the aid station, for you to raid as you see fit! Alternatively there will be flapjacks, fruit and nuts, and also water and squash, should you feel like a change! Course Navigation: Course will be out and back, with the turn point marked. There will be signage at any points necessary and at points where additional care is necessary. rnrnhttps://www.plotaroute.com/route/530896

Website: https://hare-tortoise-running.eventize.co.uk/e/raynedeer-run-2021-544


When & Where

Start location: Granary Halt, Braintree, Essex
Date: 13th Dec 2026
Time: 09:30
Cost: Affiliated Fee: 37
Unaffiliated Fee: 39
County: Essex

Course details

Overall Distance: 26.2 Miles
Total climb: 17 Metres
Event type: Non-competitive run
Entry limit: 120

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