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Norfolk Cross Country Championships

Norwich, United Kingdom • 4 Jan 2026

Norfolk Cross Country Championships : 4 January 2026

The Norfolk Cross Country Championships take place at Earlham Park on 04/01/2026. The course layout is slightly changed this year; the start and finish remain near the cafe. The senior and U20 men’s race will use two laps. The course includes varied terrain with ups and downs. Spectators can see athletes across a wide area.

Races, entries and qualification

  • U11: 2.1k - Max age 10
  • U13: 3.1k - Age 11-12
  • U15: 4.5k - Age 13-14
  • U17: M 6k / W 5k - Age 15-16
  • U20 Women: 6k - Age 17-19
  • U20 Men: 10k - Age 17-19
  • Seniors & Masters: 10k

Entries are non-refundable and cannot be deferred. Transfers to another runner are permitted until 25/12/2025. Entry fees differ for affiliated and unaffiliated athletes. U13, U15, U17, U20 and Senior competitors have the opportunity to qualify to represent Norfolk at the British Inter Counties Cross Country Championships on 7 March 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East of England Norwich

Race information

Registration
10 km
Seniors & Masters: 10k
10 km
U20 Men: 10k
6 km
U17 M6k
6 km
U20 Women: 6k
5 km
U17 W5k
5 km
U15: 4.5k
U13: 3.1k
U11: 2.1k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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