ZigZag - Birthday Run

Brandon, United Kingdom • 16 May 2027

ZigZag Birthday Run at Brandon Country Park

The event is held at Brandon Country Park in the heart of Thetford Forest. It uses a repeated lap around the park measuring 5.3 km on a multi terrain route made up of gravel footpaths and some grass areas.

Participants choose between a longer or shorter timed format; they run as many laps as they can within the chosen time. Standard lap counts given as examples include five laps for a heavy half marathon and nine laps for an ultra marathon, with options to increase laps according to time available.

Distances offered at the event include:

  • 5 km, 10 km, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, Ultra Marathon
  • Lap length is 5.3 km on forest footpaths and grass

The event provides an aid station at the Race HQ/Base Camp on each lap. Race registration and bib collection are managed on site; a marshal will direct parking and arrival procedures. Parking at the park is chargeable. A baggage area is available but items are left at participants own risk.

Organisers supply a bespoke event medal at the finish unless the entrant selected a non specific finisher medal option. Virtual entries are available for those who want a medal but cannot attend in person. The event is cupless so participants should bring their own bottle or cup for refilling. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

48 km
Ultra Marathon
Marathon
Full Marathon
27 km
Heavy Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
6 Hour Timed Run
4 Hour Timed Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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