Haughley Festival of Running

Woolpit, United Kingdom • 12 Apr 2026

Event details

Haughley Festival of Running takes place on 12 April 2026 at Haughley Park (postcode IP30 9RS). The event is limited to 300 entrants and entries close on 11 April 2026. Minimum age is 18. The listed price range for entries is approximately £27 to £38. An aggregate rating of 4.8 from 33 reviews is shown.

Event cut-off times apply: a six-hour cut-off is used, and a shorter four-hour cut-off applies for some start groups. Finishers receive a bespoke event medal; a "lucky dip" medal option is available for some distances.

Course and facilities

The course runs within the grounds of Haughley Park and is mainly pathway with a small section of trails and woodland. A lap-point aid station provides water and basic refreshments. Parking is included and secure on site, using postcode IP30 9RS for directions; attendees are advised not to go to the Haughley Park wedding venue. The event is cupless, so participants need personal cups or bottles for refilling.

Distances offered include:

  • 5k
  • 10k
  • Half Marathon
  • Full Marathon
  • Ultra Marathon

Lap structure examples: a heavy half marathon is normally five laps with options to adjust on race day; the standard ultra is nine laps with the possibility to extend up to twelve laps depending on time available. Road trainers are suggested, with trail shoes optional depending on recent weather. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Marathon
Full Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Ultra Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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