Spring Run - Northampton

Northampton, United Kingdom • 22 Mar 2026

Event overview

Spring Run is a timed endurance event at Northampton Active, Bedford Rd, Northampton NN4 7AA. The event is a six hour challenge where runners and walkers can complete distances from 5k up to an ultra marathon within the time limit. The event is licensed by the TRA and run under UKA Athletics rules. Entry prices listed range from £27.00 to £34.00 depending on distance.

Course and distances

The course is laps of a 5.25 miles circuit with a 5k turn point. Distances offered include:

  • 5K
  • 10K
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • Ultra marathon
  • 6 hour challenge

A 10k equals two laps of the 5k lap, a half marathon equals 2.5 laps, a marathon equals 5 laps and an ultra marathon equals 6 laps. The regular course may be changed after a health and safety review.

Facilities and rules

There is an aid table at the end of each lap with water, squash, fizzy drinks and a variety of food. The venue has toilet facilities but no separate changing rooms or showers. There is parking at the venue. Event instructions and number pick up are organised by the organiser before and on the day. Age-based maximum distance limits apply, for example 12-13 years maximum 5,000 m and 20 and over no maximum distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

6 hr
6 Hour Challenge
51 km
Ultra Marathon
Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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