Mud runs & races
Mud runs are pure chaos in the best way — messy, loud, and brilliantly satisfying. Pick your region to find mud runs near you, or scroll down for events coming up across the UK. Read more
Some mud runs are short, fast and made for first-timers; others are long slogs through boggy trails and river crossings. Expect wet feet, slippery ground and plenty of laughs — especially if you go with mates.
If you’re chasing a bigger obstacle-heavy challenge (walls, rigs, monkey bars and more), jump to our dedicated obstacle course races page.
Want to read more? Read the guides, tips and advice from our blog.
Got questions? Read our FAQs for answers.
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Mud runs in 2026–2027
Discover mud runs & races across the UK and get ready for your next muddy start line.
- Sat 16 - Sun 17 May
- £39.60-£44
- Teams save 10%
Dorset Mud Run
Muddy good fun! Tackle 15+ award-winning obstacles across 6km of stunning Dorset countryside — then celebrate with friends, a cold drink, and a t-shirt you've truly earned.
- Mud run 2
- Sat 9 - Sun 10 May
- £20-£189.53
Tough Mudder London West
Be one of 15,000 Mudders to prove you're tough enough to conquer the most technically difficult obstacle course of the series. Expect hills, forest trails, muddy ditches, hills and a finisher beer.
- Obstacle race 5
- Sat 16 - Sun 17 May
- £39.60-£44
- Teams save 10%
Dorset Mud Run
Muddy good fun! Tackle 15+ award-winning obstacles across 6km of stunning Dorset countryside — then celebrate with friends, a cold drink, and a t-shirt you've truly earned.
- Mud run 2
- Sat 25 - Sun 26 Apr
- £20-£95
Spring Wolf
Are you ready? Beat the Winter Blues
- 5K run 3
- 10K run 3
- Fun run 2
- Trail run
- Sun 26 Apr
- £20-£45
Eastnor Castle Mud Bath 3K Mini, 6K and 10K
The Eastnor Castle Mud Bath is a Mud Run seeking out the muddiest trails and water filled troughs, covered in mud.
- Mud run 4
- Sun 26 Apr
- £50
The Maldon Mud Race
The Original World Famous Maldon Mud Race in which competitors race to be the first to complete a 400 metre dash over the bed of the River Blackwater and only happens at low tide!
- 500 m multi terrain running
- Sat 2 May
- £36.50-£41.50
MacTuff Spring Fife 5K & 10K
More grisly fun than you can shake a really muddy stick at. MacTuff Spring is a fantastic event to test your mettle against a variety of natural and man made obstacles.
- Obstacle race 2
- Sat 2 May
- £26.90
MacTuff Kids FIFE
Unwrap the family from the cotton wool and develop their potential through an adventurous mud and obstacle course.
- 3 km multi terrain running
- Sun 3 May
- £26.90
MacTuff Kids FIFE
Unwrap the family from the cotton wool and develop their potential through an adventurous mud and obstacle course.
- 3 km multi terrain running
- Sat 9 - Sun 10 May
- £28-£74
Rampage
No Excuses…Just Rampage!
- Obstacle race 3
- Fun run
- Sat 9 May
- £26.90
MacTuff Kids Fife
Unwrap the family from the cotton wool and develop their potential through an adventurous mud and obstacle course.
- 3 km multi terrain running
- Sat 9 May
- £20-£60
Seaside Scramble
Join Seaside Scramble – 5K obstacle fun run in springtime at Baiter Park, Poole. Fun for all ages, with air ambulance-themed challenges by the sea. Sign up today!
- 5 km track and field
- Sat 16 May
- £54.95-£74.95
Born Survivor | Cheshire
The UK's toughest 10km with Military escape routes! Shorten the course to 8km or 6km via escape routes should the day get too tough!
- Obstacle race 3
- Sat 16 May
- £70
Bog Commander - The Peak District Mud Run
Round up your mates for fun in the mud on the 6km course (short cut an option).
- 6 km multi terrain running
- Sun 17 May
- £18-£120
Mud Monsters Run
The Best Fun Mud Run in Sussex
- Fun run
- Mud run 3
- Sun 17 May
- £26.90-£41.50
MacTuff Really Muddy Aberdeen
MacTuff Really Muddy provides a fun but challenging experience for people of all ages and all levels of fitness.
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sat 6 Jun
- £119.13-£184.11
Tough Mudder Scotland
This brand new venue is not for the faint-hearted with courses that will drag you through jaw-dropping scenery, winding woodland trails and circling beach shores on a gritty, leg-burning adventure.
- Obstacle race 3
- Sat 13 - Sun 14 Jun
- £20-£95
Summer Wolf
Are you ready? Kick Start Your Summer
- 5K run 3
- 10K run 3
- Fun run 2
- Trail run
- Sat 27 - Sun 28 Jun
- £29.95-£105
Total Warrior
Choose to tackle the Ultra Warrior, 12k, 6K or Junior 6K or Junior 3K challenge – Total Warrior has got a course for all abilities!
- Fun run 2
- Obstacle race 4
- Sat 27 - Sun 28 Jun
- £406.13
World's Toughest Mudder
World’s Toughest Mudder is the most extreme, imposing, pulse-pounding, heart-stopping 24-hour obstacle course challenge on the planet.
- 24 hrs multi terrain running
- Sat 4 - Sun 5 Jul
- £119.13-£184.11
Tough Mudder Midlands
One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.
- Obstacle race 5
- Sat 18 Jul
- £15-£25
Forest Warrior Mud Run
A Mud Run through the beautiful Huntley Estate.
- Mud run 2
- Sat 25 - Sun 26 Jul
- £108.30-£173.28
Tough Mudder Yorkshire
Based amongst the jaw-dropping scenery on the Broughton Hall Estate, do not expect to exit this course clean, especially after the obstacle Mud Mile! Expect killer hills, epic views and muddy terrain.
- Obstacle race 5
- Sat 8 Aug
- £23-£33
Brutal - Bordon
A double looped race which is a favourite for the mud feasters out there.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sat 15 Aug
- £97.47-£113.72
Tough Mudder South West
Perfect for those first-time Mudders, this is the flattest course of the series. Nestled in the rugged charm of the English countryside, it's a gruelling challenge to push you to your limits.
- Obstacle race 2
- Sat 12 - Sun 13 Sep
- £15-£95
Autumn Wolf
Are you ready? Join For the 15th Anniversary
- 5K run 3
- 10K run 3
- Fun run 2
- Trail run
Mud runs blog
Guides, tips and advice on mud runs, races & events.
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3 reasons to run an obstacle course race for charity
Elevate your race day experience by raising money for a great cause, connecting with other people and enjoying a discounted entry fee!
Mud runs FAQs
Answers to the most common questions about mud runs, races & events.
A mud run is a running event where mud is the main feature — think boggy trails, wet ground, river crossings and filthy finish lines. Some include light obstacles, but the vibe is mud-first, fun-first.
Mud runs are built around muddy terrain; OCRs are built around obstacles (walls, rigs, carries, climbs). If you want the obstacle-heavy version, browse obstacle races & OCRs.
Many are. Look for shorter distances, “fun” or “family” waves, and events that allow walking between muddy sections. Use the map view to find something local and low-stress.
Wear clothes you don’t mind trashing, plus trail shoes (or older road shoes with decent grip). Avoid cotton, bring layers for the start, and pack a bin bag + full change of clothes for the journey home.
Build steady running fitness first (easy runs + one longer run weekly), then add hill reps or strength sessions for legs and core. If the event is muddy trail, practise off-road running so your ankles and balance keep up.
Rinse shoes and kit quickly before the mud dries. Pull insoles out, rinse grit from uppers, then air-dry away from direct heat. For clothes, rinse first, then wash normally.
Often, yes — especially at larger events with fundraising options. If you’re specifically looking for charity places, start here: Run for charity.
Mud runs near you
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