Raynedeer Run
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Raynedeer Run 2026
Raynedeer Run is a lapped running event on the Flitch Way in Essex, taking place in December. The course is traffic free and mainly on a hard-packed trail that is mostly up or down and sometimes almost flat. Loops are 5.3 km each and the event uses an out and back format. There is a six hour time window for participants in the timed event.
Distances offered:
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- 6 hour event
Distance details: participants complete 4 laps to cover a half marathon and 8 laps for a full marathon. For the 6 hour event the clock is the limiting factor and runners may complete as many laps as they wish within the time limit.
Aid station and facilities: an aid station is located at the end of every lap. The aid station provides flapjacks, fruit, nuts, water and squash. Runners may leave a personal bag at the aid station for use between laps. The event is cupless to reduce race-day plastic waste; participants must bring a receptacle. A Hydrapak Speedcup is available for purchase via registration or on race day.
Start and venue information: the race starts at Rayne Station, outside The Booking Hall Café on Station Road, Rayne, Braintree CM77 6RX. Parking at the Booking Hall is limited; additional parking is available on New Road opposite the Flitch Way.
The organiser is Hare & Tortoise Running. The event is UKA affiliated, holds a TRA race permit, and is a 100 Club qualifying event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
