Spring Run - Northampton

Event overview

Spring Run is a timed running event taking place on 22 March 2026 at Northampton Active, Bedford Rd, Northampton NN4 7AA. The event is organised by CIRCUIT RUNNING EVENTS LIMITED and is presented as a six hour challenge where participants may complete distances from a 5K up to an ultra marathon. Participants may start a final lap up to 5:59:59 hours even if they finish that lap after six hours. Entry fees vary by distance, shown in the source material between £25 and £34.

Course, distances and rules

The course is based on laps of a 5.25 mile circuit. Distances are structured from lap counts as follows:

• 5K - marked turn point on the lap
• 10K - two 5K laps
• Half marathon - 2.5 laps
• Marathon - 5 laps
• Ultra marathon - 6 laps

The event is licensed by the TRA and run under UKA Athletics rules. Age eligibility by distance is listed as: 5K open to age 12 and over, 10K age 16 and over, half marathon age 17 and over, marathon age 18 and over, ultra marathon age 20 and over, and the 6 hour challenge age 18 and over. Maximum permitted distances by age groups are specified under the event rules.

Facilities and logistics

At the end of each lap there is an aid table with water, squash, fizzy drinks and a variety of food. Finishers receive a Spring Run medal and a five-piece goody bag. The venue has toilet facilities but no separate changing rooms or showers. There is parking at the venue and a non-secure bag area at the start/finish. The planned course may be subject to change following a health and safety review. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.