Suffolk Trail Running Festival

Wherstead, United Kingdom • 4-5 Jul 2026

Suffolk Trail Running Festival

The Suffolk Trail Running Festival takes place 4th - 5th July 2026 at The Playground, Ipswich, IP92AB. The event weekend includes multiple races and on-site festival facilities, including event camping, refreshments, children’s activities, and live music.

Races and course

  • 3 km family fun run
  • 10 km race
  • 24-hour race on a fully marked 5-mile lap course

The 24-hour race is open to solo entrants, pairs, and teams of up to eight. Entrants aim to complete as many laps as possible of the 5-mile course inside the 24-hour period.

Entry fees, age limits and inclusions

Entry fees (per person): Family 3K £10; 10K £25. 24-hour entry fees: Solo £75; Pairs £70; Small team (3-5) £65; Large team (6-8) £60. Entrants must be at least 16 years old on race day for the 10K and at least 18 years old for the 24-hour event.

What is included with 24-hour entries: bespoke finisher’s medal, event camping, cold showers, free parking, fully stocked checkpoint, chip timing, podium trophies, first aid cover, a buckle for runners completing 100 miles, and a fully marked 5-mile course. Optional extras include an assault course (pay and play), family and supporter camping, and festival merchandise. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

24 hr
24 Hour Race
10 km
10k Race
Family Fun Run 3k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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