Backyard Ultra - Last One Standing

3rd October 2025 - End

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Back Yard Ultra…

4.1 Miles on the hour every hour. Until one person remains.

  • A Different Kind of Race.

    Every hour, on the hour, we run 4 miles. You start together. You finish together. And then you wait — until the next hour begins. You can stop whenever you want. But if you don’t… you keep going. Until there's only one person left. It’s part run, part ritual, part test of something deeper. There’s no clock to beat, no set distance to chase — just a loop, and the question: can you go again?

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  • Come As You Are.

    This isn’t just for seasoned runners. It’s for anyone who’s willing to show up. Maybe you do one lap, maybe three. Maybe that’s more than you’ve ever done — and maybe that’s the win. You’ll be part of something unforgettable, surrounded by people pushing their own limits in their own way. However far you go, you’ll leave with more than you came with.

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  • Push Beyond Possible.

    This is a battle with yourself — your doubts, your limits, your breaking point. Each hour asks the same question: can you go again? And with every lap you complete, you step further into the unknown, into a place few are willing to go.

    When everything’s on the line… will you be the one who keeps standing?

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Race Information

October 3rd until last one stands.

  • Date, Time and Location.

    October 3rd

    South Weald Cricket Club, Brentwood, Essex, UK, CM14 5QE

    Registration Opens at 07:30

    Race Starts at 10:00

  • Logistics & facilities.

    There is parking available, however, runners & crew are limited to one car.

    Clubhouse available with electricity, showers, and drinking water. Where you can pitch up as base if you find space.

  • Race Rules.

    On the hour every hour, all runners will start their 4.1 mile lap. If a runner is not in the starting pen before the start time, their race is over. The race finishes when only one person remains.

    Fully certified Back Yard Ultra.

    Pacers are not permitted, and crew/supporters must stay within the crew zone.

    Each lap is 2 × 2.05 Miles.

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General entry

£75

Medal and parking included.

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Charity entry

£50

Commitment of £350 raise for Sport In Mind.

Medal and parking included.

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FAQ

  • The race tracker will be released closer to the event.

    • On-site parking is limited to one vehicle per runner.

    • Runners and their crew must arrive in the same car.

      • If travelling separately, only one car may park on-site – any additional vehicles must park outside the club.

    • Racers & Crew Arrival: from 07:30

    • Spectator Arrival: from 09:30 (to prioritise parking for runners and crew).

    • Each runner may bring 2 crew members.

    • 3 gazebos will be set up for runners. Crew may use these.

      All items are left at your own risk.

    • Spectators must remain in the designated Race Village area and are not permitted on the course loop.

    • The clubhouse bar will be open on Friday for both runners and supporters.

    • ⚠️ Tents are not permitted on-site. Vehicles can be used as bases, and the clubhouse will be available with electricity, showers, and drinking water.

  • All runners must bring the following gear:

    • Trail running shoes

    • Refillable water bottle or hydration pack

    • Personal fuel/nutrition

    • Waterproof jacket

    • Spare layers (base layer, socks, etc.) – must be on-site and may be required if instructed

    • Head torch (mandatory 18:00–07:00)

    • Spare batteries or a power bank for your head torch

    • Hat and gloves

    • Fully charged mobile phone

    ⚠️ Please bring kit for all weathers – the course is across farmers’ fields and conditions can change quickly.

    • Pizza and coffee vans will be in the Event Village.

    • Basic food and drink will be available for runners.

    • This is a self-sufficient race – please bring your own nutrition, hydration, and supplies for as many laps as you plan to complete.

    • The course is ~4.1 miles, run every hour on the hour.

    • Runners must be in the start pen before the whistle blows – failure to do so means disqualification.

    • If you don’t complete your lap within the hour, you’re out.

    • No pacers or support allowed on the loop – runners only.

    • Unless you’re the Last One Standing, you are a DNF.

    • The course is fully marked – no navigation required.

    • Littering will result in immediate disqualification.

    • 100% trail, crossing farmers’ fields.

    • Expect mud, uneven ground, and changing conditions.

    • Trail shoes are strongly recommended.

    • The clubhouse is open to all runners, crew, and spectators throughout the event.

      • Facilities include:

        • Changing rooms

        • Toilets

        • Showers

        • Electricity access

    • On Friday, October 3rd, the clubhouse bar will be open for both racers and spectators, serving soft drinks and alcoholic drinks.

    • There will be 3 large marquees set up for runners to use between laps (crew may use them when runners are not inside).

    • A First Aid Tent will be available on-site for medical support.

    • A massage therapist will be present to help runners with recovery and niggles during the race.