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.

Race information

Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

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A community running event in Hadleigh on 25 Apr 2026 with approximate 9.5-mile and 4.5-mile courses, staggered starts, and fundraising for the Shelley Centre for Therapeutic Riding.

A multi-distance road event at Suffolk Running Centre on 26 April 2026 offering 5k, 10k, half and full marathon options; the marathon uses the officially measured Kirtling Route, aid stations appear every 10k and parking is included.

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