Welcome to your essential guide to what's on for children and families over the next few months in and around Bishop's Stortford. Make sure you are following us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest events!
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Saturday 9th May
Rush Rookies - 1.5K
Nuclear Races
Sat 9th May 2026 - Sun 10th May 2026
Various
• APPROX. 1 HOUR
• AGE 4+
The first muddy step! A single lap of the 1.5km fun course, built just for the youngest adventurers to conquer the mud.
Rush Rookies is the perfect introduction to obstacle racing for children and teenagers, designed for ages 4 - 14. The course is shorter and more manageable than adult races, but still packed with mud, water, climbing and crawling challenges that are fun and safe.
Young participants can tackle obstacles at their own pace, with an emphasis on enjoyment, confidence building and teamwork rather than speed.
Each Rookie finisher receives a medal, giving them a sense of achievement and a memorable first taste of the adventure that Nuclear Races offers.
What's Included
• 25+... Read more
Find out more or book:
nuclear-races.co.uk
Rush Rookies - 3K
Nuclear Races
Sat 9th May 2026 - Sun 10th May 2026
Various
• APPROX. 1.5 HOURS
• AGE 9 - 14 YEAR OLDS
The next step up for young racers aged 9-14, Rush Rookies 3km is for those who are ready for a more challenging and adventurous obstacle experience.
Covering a longer and slightly tougher course than the standard Rookies, it features mud, water, climbing, crawling and more complex obstacles to test balance, coordination and stamina in a safe, supervised environment.
Participants tackle the course at their own pace and every finisher receives a medal, giving them a sense of achievement and a taste of the bigger, Nuclear Races ahead.
What's Included
• 50+ obstacles
• Hot washdowns
• Children's changing facilities
• Bouyancy aids available for water... Read more
Find out more or book:
nuclear-races.co.uk
Rush Rookies Pro 3K
Nuclear Races
Sat 9th May 2026
09:00
• APPROX. 2 HOURS
• AGE 9 - 14 YEAR OLDS
For Rookies looking to challenge themselves further, Rush Rookies Pro is designed for competitive young racers who are ready to test their strength, skill and determination.
Completing two laps of the 1.5km course, the main difference with Rookie Rush Pro is that all obstacles are mandatory. Not able to complete an obstacle? Then you must perform 10 chest-to-floor burpees before moving on!
A true test of grit and determination for ambitious youngsters eager to rise to the challenge!
What's Included
• 50+ obstacles
• Hot washdowns
• Children's changing facilities
• Bouyancy aids available for water obstacles
• Free car park
• Qualifier... Read more
Find out more or book:
nuclear-races.co.uk
Sunday 10th May
Rush Family - 1.5K
Nuclear Races
Sun 10th May 2026
See Website
• APPROX. 1.5 HOURS
• AGE 4+
The ultimate family muddy adventure! Designed for families looking to enjoy a fun, inclusive obstacle experience together, Rush Family 1.5km covers a short and manageable distance.
The course features mud, water, and playful obstacles suitable for both children and adults. The focus is on teamwork, laughter and shared adventure rather than speed or competition, making it perfect for introducing younger participants to the thrill of obstacle racing.
All finishers receive a medal, creating a memorable experience for the whole family to celebrate together.
What's Included
• 25+ obstacles
• Hot washdowns
• Children's changing facilities
• Bouyancy aids available... Read more
Find out more or book:
nuclear-races.co.uk
Rush Family - 4K
Nuclear Races
Sun 10th May 2026
See Website
• APPROX. 2 HOURS
• AGE 10+
Turn the fun up a notch with the longer family course of 4km with more obstacles - the perfect way to build resilience together!
The Rush Family 4k wave is perfect for families seeking a more adventurous day out together. Covering a longer distance, it features a mix of mud, water, climbing and crawling obstacles that are still family-friendly and suitable for a range of ages and abilities, including the deathslide.
The emphasis is on fun, teamwork and shared achievement rather than competition, allowing parents and children to tackle challenges side by side. All finishers receive a medal, creating a rewarding and memorable experience for the whole family.
What's Included
• 35+ obstacles
• Hot... Read more
Find out more:
nuclear-races.co.uk
Rush Rookies - 1.5K
Nuclear Races
Sat 9th May 2026 - Sun 10th May 2026
Various
• APPROX. 1 HOUR
• AGE 4+
The first muddy step! A single lap of the 1.5km fun course, built just for the youngest adventurers to conquer the mud.
Rush Rookies is the perfect introduction to obstacle racing for children and teenagers, designed for ages 4 - 14. The course is shorter and more manageable than adult races, but still packed with mud, water, climbing and crawling challenges that are fun and safe.
Young participants can tackle obstacles at their own pace, with an emphasis on enjoyment, confidence building and teamwork rather than speed.
Each Rookie finisher receives a medal, giving them a sense of achievement and a memorable first taste of the adventure that Nuclear Races offers.
What's Included
• 25+... Read more
Find out more or book:
nuclear-races.co.uk
Rush Rookies - 3K
Nuclear Races
Sat 9th May 2026 - Sun 10th May 2026
Various
• APPROX. 1.5 HOURS
• AGE 9 - 14 YEAR OLDS
The next step up for young racers aged 9-14, Rush Rookies 3km is for those who are ready for a more challenging and adventurous obstacle experience.
Covering a longer and slightly tougher course than the standard Rookies, it features mud, water, climbing, crawling and more complex obstacles to test balance, coordination and stamina in a safe, supervised environment.
Participants tackle the course at their own pace and every finisher receives a medal, giving them a sense of achievement and a taste of the bigger, Nuclear Races ahead.
What's Included
• 50+ obstacles
• Hot washdowns
• Children's changing facilities
• Bouyancy aids available for water... Read more
Find out more or book:
nuclear-races.co.uk



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