ZigZag - Thetford Festival of Running
Brandon, United Kingdom • 22 Feb 2026
Event overview
The Thetford Festival of Running is organised by Zig Zag Running and takes place on 22 February 2026 at High Lodge, Thetford Forest, Brandon, IP27 0AF. The event offers multiple fixed-distance options:
- 5k
- 10k
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra Marathon
Maximum entries are 300. The minimum age is 18 years. Entries close on 21 February 2026. Transfers close on 15 February 2026.
Course and race format
The route uses a 5.0 km loop within Thetford Forest. A half marathon is typically five laps, with the option to change the lap count on the day. The ultra is typically nine laps, with the option to increase laps up to a limit set by available time. There is an aid station at the lap point for water and basic supplies. The course is mainly pathway with a small section of trails and woodland; the final route is to be confirmed. Event cut-offs apply: a six-hour standard cut-off and a shorter cut-off for later starts.
Logistics and other details
Registration and event base are adjacent to Oak Lodge. Tea, coffee and cake are provided on completion. The event is cupless; participants should bring cups or bottles for refill. Parking is discounted for participants. Twenty percent of entry fees goes towards forest upkeep. By entering, participants agree to the organiser’s terms and conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.