1) Tough Mudder

Arguably, the most famous mud race/obstacle course on the planet. Tough Mudder is the event that people tend to think of when they think of mud racing. Known not just in the UK but around the world, Tough Mudder usually takes place over a distance between 10 miles and 12 miles. There’s no prize for finishing first or clock to race against, as this event is all about championing teamwork over the individual.

Throughout the year, Tough Mudder stage events across the UK. “Toughness”, as their website labels it, can be equated to which challenge you take on. There’s the 24 hour challenge, a standard 10 mile to 12 mile event, or a five-mile “Half” event. In terms of mud, there’s lots of it. And in terms of obstacles, there’s always more than 20 for you and your pals to tackle.

A single late entry ticket for standard registration, not including fees, comes in it at £129.99. There are certain deals for groups doing the challenge as, for example, a corporate team building exercise. If you want more information on pricing, and/or locations of the UK-based Tough Mudder events, check out the Tough Mudder website.

4) Wolf Run

The Wolf Run takes place on a course approximately 10km in distance. The HQ for Wolf Run are in Warwickshire, although events are staged at various locations around the country. The type of Wolf Run event on offer, varies depending on the season, and each one consists of a mixture of natural and man-made obstacles. As their website explains, the W.O.L.F in ‘Wolf Run’ stands for woods, obstacles, lakes and fields.

Participants can work as a team, as part of a “pack”, or go solo as a “lone wolf.” Depending on when you enter, or whether you enter as a group or as an individual, the admission fee for signing up to Wolf Run varies between £39 and £59. Something that’s worth bearing in mind is that if you sign up as a team, every fifth wolf runs for free. For more information, check out the Wolf Run website.

5) The Maldon Mud Race

The Maldon Mud Race is a legendary event held in Essex on an annual basis. The event draws visitors and press from all over Europe and the rest of the world. It features 300 fund-raising entrants (many of whom like to dress up in outrageous fancy dress costumes). Over 15,000 people come to spectate the event every year, and watch as the competitors attempt a 400m dash over the bed of the River Blackwater.

Places are limited so if this wacky event sounds like your kind of thing, sign up as soon as possible. The cost of entry is a fixed £50 per person. You can enter either as an individual, a group of four or a group of six. For more information on The Maldon Mud Race, check out the event’s website.

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