The Lucky Horseshoe - 5k, 10k, half marathon, full or ultra marathon
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From Zig Zag Running
Saturday 21st September 2024
Past event
09:00
Bury Saint Edmunds, Barrow
£25.00–£37.50 · 8 races
5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at The Lucky Horseshoe, taking place on Saturday, September 21, 2024, in the picturesque Bury Saint Edmunds, Barrow, Suffolk. Organized by Zig Zag Running, this event offers an exciting range of distances for all runners, including a 5k, 10k, half marathon, full marathon, and even an ultra marathon! With a mass start at 9 AM and a generous seven-hour cut-off, participants can enjoy the thrill of racing at their own pace along the scenic Gallops Route.
This out-and-back course not only provides a fantastic opportunity for socializing with fellow runners but also showcases the beautiful landscapes of Suffolk, with a chance to spot racehorses in training along the way. Each distance features turnaround points, and runners can look forward to well-stocked aid stations every 10k, ensuring you stay energized throughout your journey. As a special highlight, every finisher will receive a bespoke medal, and for those feeling lucky, there’s an option to select from previous finisher medals. Remember, this event has gone cupless, so be sure to bring your own water bottles or cups for refills. Join us for a memorable day of camar
This out-and-back course not only provides a fantastic opportunity for socializing with fellow runners but also showcases the beautiful landscapes of Suffolk, with a chance to spot racehorses in training along the way. Each distance features turnaround points, and runners can look forward to well-stocked aid stations every 10k, ensuring you stay energized throughout your journey. As a special highlight, every finisher will receive a bespoke medal, and for those feeling lucky, there’s an option to select from previous finisher medals. Remember, this event has gone cupless, so be sure to bring your own water bottles or cups for refills. Join us for a memorable day of camar
The Lucky Horseshoe - 5k, 10k, half marathon, full or ultra marathon
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Races
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Bespoke Event Medal - 10k
Entries closed09:00
£27.00
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Bespoke Event Medal - 5k
Entries closed09:00
£25.00
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Bespoke Event Medal - Full Marathon
Entries closed09:00
£37.50
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Bespoke Event Medal - Half Marathon
Entries closed09:00
£32.00
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Bespoke Event Medal - Ultra Marathon
Entries closed09:00
£37.50
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Lucky Dip Finisher Medal - Half Marathon
Entries closed09:00
£29.00
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Lucky Dip Finisher Medal - Marathon
Entries closed09:00
£34.50
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Lucky Dip Finisher Medal - Ultra Marathon
Entries closed09:00
£34.50
Event information
We will be utilising the Gallops Route
This is a fairly new route to the SRC, it takes you through to Newmarket to the Gallops you may get to see the race horses in training
Undulating | Trail
This is a fairly new route to the SRC, it takes you through to Newmarket to the Gallops you may get to see the race horses in training
Undulating | Trail
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, if you choose the lucky dip finisher option (if available), you will choose from a selection of previous or finisher medal.
We have designed a Bespoke medal for the event, which you will receive at the end of the race, if you choose the lucky dip finisher option (if available), you will choose from a selection of previous or finisher medal.
Free parking
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
You will need to be at the venue around 30-45minutes before your start time which will give you enough time to collect your race number, receive the relevant race briefing and get ready to run.
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.
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.
- Please note the event has gone cupless - so please bring your own bottles or cups for refilling.
Organiser's description
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 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
This route is an out and back, making it a very social route.
The marathon will be one full loop (out and back), and all other distances will have turnaround points.
We will be utilising the Gallops Route
This is a fairly new route to the SRC, it takes you through to Newmarket to the Gallops you may get to see the race horses in training
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.
Please note the event has gone cupless - so please bring your own bottles or cups for refilling.
It's a seven-hour cut off and 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
This route is an out and back, making it a very social route.
The marathon will be one full loop (out and back), and all other distances will have turnaround points.
We will be utilising the Gallops Route
This is a fairly new route to the SRC, it takes you through to Newmarket to the Gallops you may get to see the race horses in training
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.
Please note the event has gone cupless - so please bring your own bottles or cups for refilling.
Location
Church Farm, Church Rd, Barrow, Bury Saint Edmunds IP29 5AX, UK
The Lucky Horseshoe - 5k, 10k, half marathon, full or ultra marathon
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Zig Zag Running
We are a running events company organising inclusive running events with every runner in mind, with numerous locations and various routes, we offer distances from 5k to up to Ultra Marathons with great Medals at the finish line and copious amounts of Cake and a hot drink for all runners. The most important factor is that our runners have fun, enjoy the day and come back for more.
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