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

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From Zig Zag Running

  • Date Sat 20th December 2025
  • Time 09:00
  • Location Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
  • Price £21.00 - £37.50
  • Races 11 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, 10 Mile, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

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Event summary

Get ready to celebrate the festive season with the Christmas Canter, taking place on Saturday, December 20th, 2025, in the picturesque town of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk! Organised by Zig Zag Running, this vibrant event invites participants to choose their own adventure with a variety of race distances to suit all abilities: 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, or even an Ultra Marathon! The event kicks off with a mass start at 9 am at the Suffolk Running Centre, where runners will enjoy a scenic route that meanders through charming villages like Higham, Gazeley, and Denham.

With a friendly atmosphere and a seven-hour cut-off time, this race is perfect for everyone, whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just looking to have fun in festive fancy dress. Each participant will receive a bespoke medal at the finish line, with an option for a lucky dip finisher medal for those feeling adventurous. Remember to bring your own bottles or cups, as the event has gone cupless to promote sustainability. Don't miss this chance to end the year on a high note and embrace the joy of running with friends and family at the Christmas Canter!

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

Sat 20th December 2025

A snow globe with a winter village scene, snowy trees, twinkling lights, and snowflakes on the glass. The base is brown with a silver plate labeled "ZIG KUMIS." Text above reads "Christmas Center. 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

It's DECEMBER so what better way to finish the year with a Christmas Event

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 and a mass start at 9am.

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 (Golding Hills for 5k and 10k)

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.

With it being close to Christmas - why not come along in fancy dress - whilst not compulsory, it will add some fun to the event.

Races

  • Bespoke Event Medal - 10k

    Sat 20th December 2025 (09:00)

    £29.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Bespoke Event Medal - 5k

    Sat 20th December 2025 (09:00)

    £29.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Bespoke Event Medal - Full Marathon

    Sat 20th December 2025 (09:00)

    £37.50

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Bespoke Event Medal - Half Marathon

    Sat 20th December 2025 (09:00)

    £32.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Bespoke Event Medal - Ultra Marathon

    Sat 20th December 2025 (09:00)

    £37.50

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Lucky Dip Medal - 5k

    Sat 20th December 2025 (09:00)

    £29.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Lucky Dip Finisher Medal - Full Marathon

    Sat 20th December 2025 (09:00)

    £34.50

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Lucky Dip Finisher Medal - Half Marathon

    Sat 20th December 2025 (09:00)

    £29.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Lucky Dip Finisher Medal - Ultra Marathon

    Sat 20th December 2025 (09:00)

    £34.50

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Lucky Dip Medal - 10k

    Sat 20th December 2025 (09:00)

    £29.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • VIRTUAL - Bespoke Event Medal

    Sat 20th December 2025 (09:00)

    £21.00

    CLOSED

Reviews

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2 reviews

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Julie

·2 years 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

·2 years 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

Kenshinkai Shotokan Karate Club, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX, United Kingdom

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