Active Fakenham Town Centre 5k

Fakenham, United Kingdom • 5 Apr 2026

Active Fakenham Town Centre 5K : 05/04/2026

The event is held in Fakenham Town Centre and comprises a 5K race, a 1K fun run and a Toddle’n’Trike event for under-fives. The course uses a 1K closed-road circuit through the heart of Fakenham. Spectators can view the circuit and use nearby stalls, cafés and pubs along the route.

  • 5K
  • 1K Fun Run
  • Toddle’n’Trike (under-fives)

Entries, categories and event notes

Online entry is available until the pre-entry limit is reached; entries on the day will be offered only if spaces remain. Entries are non-refundable and cannot be deferred. Transfers to another runner are allowed until midnight on 31/03/2026. Free parking is available.

The 5K has a minimum age of 11. Published entry fees include an affiliated 5K fee of £14.00 and an unaffiliated 5K fee of £16.00. The 1K entry fee is £6.10 for adults and £6.10 for children.

Every participant receives a finisher’s medal. All children receive a branded drawstring Easter goodie bag, fruit and Easter chocolate. Awards will be presented to the winner of each male and female category across the listed age bands. New for 2026, individual lap times will be recorded in addition to overall race times. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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