Places are filling up fast for the North East’s most exhilarating obstacle course, but don’t worry there’s still time secure your spot.
Muddy Mayhem, organised by Durham County Council, is back for its seventh year on Sunday 30 September. Playing host to the thrilling obstacle course is once again Hardwick Park, Sedgefield.
The 5km circuit features elements of horse trials, motocross, rock climbing, military obstacle courses and adventure playgrounds and incorporates over 40 man-made and natural obstacles.
There is also an option to go around the course twice and complete a 10km run.
Dawn Watson and her friends have taken part in the event for the past three years and can’t wait to complete it again in September. She said: “We booked up pretty much straight after last year’s event in October.
“We simply love doing it as a team. Dressing up and being able to run through fire! I mean how often can you dress as a Minion and run over hot fire!”
Muddy Mayhem started in 2012 as a 2.5km course, but has since grown into a unique, challenging and fun event that leaves competitors breathing hard and smiling harder.
In 2017 hundreds of people turned up at the park to battle the icy waters and imposing tunnels and this year it’s expected there will be even more.
Cllr Ossie Johnson, Cabinet member for tourism, culture, leisure, and rural affairs, said: “Muddy Mayhem is always a popular event and it’s great to hear about people taking part year after year.
“The course has grown substantially over the past seven years and promises to be both testing and fun, making it a great day out.
“Places are filling up fast, with some waves already sold out so I’d recommend anyone thinking about taking part to sign up quickly.”
The event, which is for those aged 16 and over, is scheduled to begin at 10am with the runners setting off in waves every twenty minutes until 2pm.
Registration for the 5k course costs £43 and the 10k course costs £48.
For more information or to sign up, visit www.durham.gov.uk/muddymayhem or e-mail muddymayhemenquiries@durham.gov.uk
Photo of Dawn Watson and friends completing Muddy Mayhem. Photo Geoff Hill
