Christmas Canter

Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom • 20 Dec 2025

The Christmas Canter is a festive running event held at the Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon, and ultra, with a seven-hour cut-off time. The course features an out-and-back route for shorter distances and loops for longer ones, providing a social atmosphere.

Aid stations will be available every 10k, and all runners will receive a bespoke medal upon completion. The event encourages festive attire, adding to the holiday spirit. Note that the event is cupless, so participants should bring their own hydration containers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
183 m+
Full Marathon
13 mi
183 m+
Half Marathon
10 km
183 m+
10k
5 km
183 m+
Ultra
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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