RIOT (Running Is Our Therapy) Run - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, Ultra Marathon

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  • Date Sun 16th February 2025
  • Location Brandon Country Park
  • Price £33.00 - £36.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the RIOT (Running Is Our Therapy) Run, organized by Zig Zag Running! Happening on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at the picturesque Brandon Country Park in Suffolk, this event offers a range of race distances including a 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, and Ultra Marathon. Set against the stunning backdrop of Thetford Forest, participants can choose to run for six hours, completing as many laps as they can on the scenic 5.3k multi-terrain course featuring gravel footpaths and grassy areas.

Whether you're a first-time runner looking to conquer your first official race or a seasoned athlete aiming for your next personal best, the RIOT Run welcomes everyone. Enjoy the flexibility of resting between laps and taking on the challenge at your own pace, all while benefiting from full support including an aid station every lap. With no complicated navigation or extensive gear requirements, this event is perfect for those looking to push their limits in a fun and friendly environment. Don’t miss out on this unique running experience in the heart of nature—mark your calendars and join us for a fantastic day of fitness and community!

RIOT (Running Is Our Therapy) Run - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, Ultra Marathon

Sun 16th February 2025

A woman wearing sunglasses, a colorful headscarf, a purple tank top, and a race bib numbered 23 is smiling with her arms outstretched while running on a grass field. A man in a blue outfit is running behind her. Trees and a trail are visible in the background. A group of people in athletic clothing gather near a starting line, marked by a white and black banner with "START" written in red. They appear to be preparing for a race or run. Trees and buildings are visible in the background. A woman with curly hair wearing a colorful athletic shirt and running shorts is running on a grassy area. She is smiling and holding what appears to be a small object. The background shows greenery and a blurred picnic table. A wide dirt path winds through a dense forest of tall, green pine trees under a bright blue sky with a few scattered clouds. Sunlight filters through the trees, casting dappled shadows on the ground. A vivid, colorful race medal displaying distance markers including 10k, 13.1, R.I.O.T, and 26.2 on a staircase-shaped design. The connected purple ribbon has a white zigzag pattern and partially visible text, "YourTherapy," all set against a black background. A group of runners at a race start line in an outdoor setting. Some participants are running while others are preparing. There are colorful banners and a tent with "Zig Zag Running" printed on them, along with a timer showing "00:00:01". Trees are in the background.

Organiser's Description

RIOT - Running Is Our Therapy - so come along and join us with a few miles around the amazing country park.

LOCATION: Brandon Country Park, Bury Road, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0SU
Brandon Country Park is in the very heart of Thetford Forest.

It's a six hour event, (if you choose 9am start or 4hours if you choose 11am) run as far as you can during the six hours and a little bit more if you're lucky, as long as you are leaving the Base Camp by 5:59:59 you get to run another lap, we have a 5.3k lap throughout the forest consisting of gravel footpaths and some grass areas - a multi-terrain course.

You can run as much or little as you want to, you can rest between laps if you like and head out for some more.

You may be completing your first official 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or even ultra-Marathon, or it may be your 100th or 1000th.

This race is also ideal for those who want to try and achieve a Marathon distance and for those who also want the option to push a little further, possibly an ultra but without the complications of trail ultras, with next to no navigation, no kit required, an aid station every lap and straightforward logistics.

When you enter the race, you will receive a confirmation from your entry portal and then a confirmation from Zig Zag Running which includes a link to the race briefing pack

Parking is chargeable at the park, and we will have marshals directing you to park on the day.

Please note the event has gone cupless so please bring a cup or bottle for your refreshments

Races

  • Bespoke Event Medal

    Sun 16th February 2025 (09:00)

    £36.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Lucky Dip Finisher Medal

    Sun 16th February 2025 (09:00)

    £33.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?

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5.0

2 reviews

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Jennifer

·8 months ago

Great atmosphere and a helpful team who provided delicious coffees and cakes post-race. The Brandon (Suffolk) race took place on a really wet day, so it was quite muddy and slippy, but I'm told that it's usually not a muddy course and that the water drains away well. Either way, for my first race, I had a lot of fun :)
JP
John

·8 months ago

Friendly atmosphere, well marshalled course, will definitely do it again

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CJMG+GM Brandon, UK

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