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Norfolk Festival Of Running

King's Lynn, United Kingdom • 12 Jul 2026

Event

The Norfolk Festival of Running takes place on Sunday, 12 July 2026 and is organised by Zig Zag Running. The event is limited to a maximum of 100 entrants. Entries close on 11/07/2026 and the minimum age to enter is 18 years. Transfers close on 05/07/2026.

Distances offered:

  • 5k
  • 10k
  • 15k
  • Half Marathon
  • Heavy Half
  • Marathon
  • Ultra Marathon

Virtual entries are available for people who cannot attend in person.

Location and race details

The event is held at Bawsey Country Park, PE32 1EP, located on the B1145 between the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and Gayton. The course is a trail route that includes sand, gravel and grass surfaces. Road trainers are suggested; trail shoes are optional depending on recent weather.

Race HQ is at the start and lap point. There is an aid station on every lap and no baggage service - participants are asked to leave belongings in their vehicles and they will pass the car park each lap. The event is cupless, so participants must bring their own bottle or cup for refilling. A six-hour event cut off applies; a four-hour cut off applies for later starters. A bespoke finisher medal is provided, with a standard finisher option available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East of England King's Lynn

Race information

Registration
42 km
Full Marathon
21 km
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Ultra Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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