The Sunrise to Sunset Challenge
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Event overview
The Sunrise to Sunset Challenge is an annual running event organized by How Hard Can It Be Events. Entering its 17th year, the next race is scheduled for 27/12/2025. Runners attempt to cover as much distance as they can between sunrise and sunset; the winner is the runner who records the furthest distance.
Format and location
The event is based at Race HQ: Shrewsbury Sports Village, Sundorne Rd, Shrewsbury SY1 4RQ. The course uses a purpose-built 1 km cycle track. Participants carry a lap card that is stamped each lap. Organizers note that the big hill from Lightmoor has been reduced. Music, food and drinks are available during the day.
Distances offered Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
- All-day Ultrarunning