Ickworth Sunset Chase
Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom • 4 Sep 2026
Event details
The Ickworth Sunset Chase is a trail running event held at Ickworth Park, a National Trust country estate near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. The event date is 4 September 2026. Distances offered:
- 5 km
- 10 km
Entry information includes an entry fee of £27 (£25 for attached club members). A £2 additional fee applies to non attached club runners to conform to UK Athletics rules. Entrants must be at least 16 years old for the 10 km and at least 12 years old for the 5 km. The event has Race Permit 6990 and uses British Athletics rules to determine winners.
Course, facilities and rules
The route is multi terrain and includes new limestone path, footpaths, woodland and meadows across rolling parkland. The event is chip timed; a third party will record 10 km times. All finishers receive a medal and the top three male and female finishers receive trophies. First aid cover will be available and medical assistance is present during the event.
This is a cupless race - fresh drinking water will be available for bottle refills but no cups will be provided. Participants are asked to carry a torch for safety and to use appropriate grippy footwear for varied terrain. Registration numbers and chips must be collected at the race registration desk on the day; they will not be posted. Parking is free and provided on site, but vehicles are parked at owners’ risk. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.