Christmas Canter

Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom • 20 Dec 2025

The Christmas Canter is a festive running event taking place 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 scenic routes through local villages and includes aid stations every 10k.

Runners are encouraged to bring their own cups or bottles as the event has gone cupless. Each participant will receive a bespoke medal, and there’s an option for a lucky dip finisher medal. Fancy dress is welcomed to enhance the holiday spirit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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