Norfolk Festival Of Running

King's Lynn, United Kingdom • 12 Jul 2026

Norfolk Festival of Running at Bawsey Country Park

The Norfolk Festival of Running returns for a second year at Bawsey Country Park, located on the B1145 between the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and Gayton. The event offers multiple fixed-distance options and a contained lap format around a clearly marked start and lap point.

Distances offered include:

  • 5k
  • 10k
  • 15k
  • Half Marathon
  • Heavy Half Marathon (standard 5 laps, option to change on the day)
  • Full Marathon
  • Ultra Marathon (standard 9 laps, option to extend up to 12 laps)

The event is a timed festival with a six hour overall cut off and a four hour cut off for later starters. There is an aid station at the Race HQ/Base Camp on each lap. The course terrain includes sand, gravel and grass; it is described as a trail event, with organisers suggesting road trainers while noting trail shoes may be useful depending on recent weather.

On event day participants register at the start area visible from the car park. There is no baggage facility so personal items should be left in vehicles as the route passes the car park each lap. The event has gone cupless so attendees must bring their own bottles or cups for refilling. Parking is included in the entry price and a parking code should be collected before departure. Virtual entries are available through the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Marathon
Full Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Ultra Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Guided trail runs by ESCAPE trails at High Lodge in Thetford Forest. Sessions in February and March 2026 feature forest facts, trail running tips, and routes of 10k and 16k with prices from £12.50 to £17.50.

This festival offers a range of distances on a looped course through Thetford Forest. With an aid station on the lap and complimentary refreshments, it's a self-contained event. Part of your entry fee supports the forest's upkeep.

A circular half marathon through Thetford Forest on mixed trail surfaces, with manual timing, finisher medals and podium trophies. The race is cupless with refill stations and has a 3.5 hour cut off.

A guided 16k trail run at High Lodge in Thetford Forest led at a conversational pace, including forest facts and practical trail running tips. Terrain is mostly flat with some small hills; parking is charged at £4 and entry is £17.50.