Christmas Canter - 5k, 10k, Half, Full & Ultra Marathon

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From Zig Zag Running

  • Date Sun 1st December 2024
  • Time 09:00
  • Location Suffolk Running Centre
  • Price £25.00 - £37.50
  • Races 10 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of running at the Christmas Canter, hosted by Zig Zag Running on December 1, 2024! This vibrant event will take place in the picturesque setting of Bury Saint Edmunds, Barrow, Suffolk, and offers a range of race distances to suit every runner's preference. Participants can choose from 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, or even an Ultra Marathon, making it a perfect opportunity for everyone from beginners to seasoned athletes to join in the festive fun.

The race features a scenic and social route along the beautiful Windmill Way, with plenty of support along the way, including aid stations every 10k. Runners will enjoy the camaraderie of the out-and-back courses for shorter distances, while the Half Marathon and Full Marathon will take you on a thrilling loop, allowing you to soak in the charming village views of Higham, Gazeley, Ashley, Dalham, and Denham. Plus, with a bespoke medal waiting for you at the finish line, this event promises to be a memorable celebration of running. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy a day filled with holiday spirit!

Christmas Canter - 5k, 10k, Half, Full & Ultra Marathon

Sun 1st December 2024

Four runners dressed in festive holiday attire participate in a snowy race. From left to right, there are three men and one woman, all smiling and waving. The foreground is covered in snow and a clear sky is in the background. Numbers are pinned to their clothes. A person dressed as Santa Claus in a red suit and white beard is running outdoors. Behind them, another person in a festive outfit, possibly an elf or holiday-themed running costume, is also running. Trees with autumn leaves are in the background. Two people posing outdoors, smiling and giving thumbs up. The person on the right is dressed in a festive elf costume with a blue hat and green vest. The person on the left is wearing a bright orange jacket and a knitted hat. Trees and foliage are in the background. Four people wearing festive outfits and race bibs are cheerfully posing in a snowy setting. Two are wearing Santa hats, one a Christmas tree costume, and another an elf hat. They have their arms around each other, smiling widely in front of a stone building. A Christmas tree-shaped medal with "The Christmas Carter" inscribed at the bottom. The medal is attached to a green ribbon with white text that also reads "The Christmas Carter" in a festive font. The background is black, highlighting the medal and ribbon. Four people dressed in festive running attire, including Santa hats and an elf costume, celebrate with arms around each other in front of a building with brick and stone walls. They wear race bibs numbered 256, 257, and 268, suggesting participation in a holiday-themed race.

Organiser's Description

Christmas Canter

Come and join us at our exclusive venue at Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX

It's a seven-hour cut off, (if you start at 9am, and 5hour event if you start at 11am).

Your race, your pace, your distance!

This race offers you a number of distance choices - 5k, 10k, Half, Full or Ultra

Those doing under a half marathon distance will travel along an out and back, being turned around required, making it a very social route.

The half marathon will be one loop, 2 loops for the full marathon and then the run to the 5k turnaround point for an ultra.

We will be utilizing the Windmill Way route

There will be an aid station of drinks and nibbles every 10k.

Parking is also included in your entry price.

The Race HQ/Base Camp is located at the start and Lap point and at the base camp we will have our water/aid station.

Upon entry you will receive an email confirmation from your entry portal and Zig Zag Running. This will also contain the link to the race briefing information pack.

We have designed a Bespoke medal for the event, which you will receive at the end of the race. Or if you choose the lucky dip finisher option (if available), you will choose from a selection of previous or finisher medal.

This route is all road. You will pass through the villages of Higham, Gazeley, Ashley, Dalham and Denham.

Whilst this is a road event, it does have rolling hills and an elevation of around 600ft.

Please note the event has gone cupless - so please bring your own bottles or cups for refilling.

Races

  • Bespoke Event Medal - 10k

    Sun 1st December 2024 (09:00)

    £27.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Bespoke Event Medal - 5k

    Sun 1st December 2024 (09:00)

    £25.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Bespoke Event Medal - Full Marathon

    Sun 1st December 2024 (09:00)

    £37.50

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Bespoke Event Medal - Half Marathon

    Sun 1st December 2024 (09:00)

    £32.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Bespoke Event Medal - Ultra Marathon

    Sun 1st December 2024 (09:00)

    £37.50

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Lucky Dip Finisher Medal - Half Marathon

    Sun 1st December 2024 (09:00)

    £29.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Lucky Dip Finisher Medal - Marathon

    Sun 1st December 2024 (09:00)

    £34.50

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Lucky Dip Finisher Medal - Ultra Marathon

    Sun 1st December 2024 (09:00)

    £34.50

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Lucky Dip Medal - 10k

    Sun 1st December 2024 (09:00)

    £27.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Lucky Dip Medal - 5k

    Sun 1st December 2024 (09:00)

    £25.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED

Reviews

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4.5

2 reviews

JG
Julie

·a year ago

Very well organised. The weather was cold and snow was on the ground. Advice on the day was given by car park marshal. Good facilities and the organisers and ladies doing refreshments were friendly and chatty.
AR
Annette

·a year ago

Great run. Beautiful scenery. My first 10K so I was a bit worried about running on snow but it was easy to run in as compacted down and not slippy. Very helpful hosts and great refreshments after the race. Would have been nice to park here but then I probably wouldn’t have had a good warm up walk first. (Hill entrance to race course was too slippery for most vehicles)

Location

Church Farm, Church Rd, Barrow, Bury Saint Edmunds IP29 5AX, UK

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