Zig Zag Marathon
Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom • 10 May 2026
Zig Zag Marathon & Half Marathon
The event takes place on Sunday 10 May 2026 at Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX. Two fixed-distance road races are offered on measured routes with mostly flat terrain and some rises.
Distances
- Marathon
- Half marathon
The marathon uses the officially measured Kirtling route, which is fully on road and mildly undulating. The half marathon is a single-loop course using the Windmill Route. Aid stations with drinks and nibbles are provided approximately every 10k. The Race HQ is located at the start and lap point and hosts a water and aid station. Parking is included in entry.
The event has a seven-hour cut off and a maximum of 300 entrants. Minimum age is 18. Entries close on 09/05/2026. The event is cupless so participants must bring their own bottles or cups for refilling. Only bone conductor headphones are permitted. Finishers receive a bespoke medal or, where available, a lucky dip finisher medal from previous events.
A transfers policy allows transfers to other events more than seven days before the event and transfers between participants up to 48 hours before the event. A transfer fee and virtual entry option apply in specified circumstances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.