Zigzag - The Lucky Horseshoe

ZigZag - The Lucky Horseshoe

ZigZag - The Lucky Horseshoe takes place at the Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX on Saturday, 19 September 2026. The event uses an out and back format and offers a selection of fixed distances to choose from.

Available distances:

• 5k
• 10k
• Half marathon
• Marathon
• Ultra

The marathon is one full loop on the out and back course; other distances use designated turnaround points. The half and marathon follow the Gallops Route while the 5k and 10k use Golding Hills. The route extends towards Newmarket and may pass racehorse training areas.

Support and logistics include aid stations with drinks and nibbles approximately every 10 km. Race HQ or base camp is located at the start and lap point and will host a water and aid station. Parking is included in the entry price. The event uses a seven hour cut off and has a maximum field of 300 entrants. Minimum age for entry is 18 years and entries close on 18 September 2026.

Finishers receive a bespoke event medal; there is a lucky dip finisher option where a previously issued finisher medal may be allocated. The event operates cupless water stations so participants should bring their own bottle or cup for refilling. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.