Zig Zag Challenge - 5k,10k, HALF MARATHON, FULL MARATHON & ULTRA-MARATHON

Zig Zag Running

From Zig Zag Running

5.0 · 2 reviews
Sunday 21st March 2027
09:00
Brandon
£35.00–£38.00 · 2 races
5km, 10km, 10 Mile, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Zig Zag Challenge, hosted by Zig Zag Running on Sunday, March 21, 2027! This exciting event will take place at the stunning High Lodge in Thetford Forest, Brandon, Suffolk, where participants can choose from a variety of distances to suit their running goals, including 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, and Ultra-Marathon.

Join fellow runners in this picturesque setting, where you'll tackle a scenic 5km loop that highlights the beauty of Thetford Forest. Whether you're crossing the finish line for the first time or adding another medal to your collection, this event promises a supportive and intimate atmosphere. With options to adjust your distance on the day and plenty of aid stations, you can focus on the joy of running without the stress of carrying your supplies. Plus, enjoy complimentary refreshments upon completion and take home a bespoke medal as a memento of your achievement. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself in a beautiful environment—register before entries close 48 hours prior to race day!

Races

  • Bespoke Event Medal

    09:00

    £38.00

    0
  • Lucky Dip Finisher Medal

    09:00

    £35.00

    0

A £2.00 service charge is added per booking

Organiser's description

Back for another year but this time at High Lodge, Thetford Forest.

Come and join us at High Lodge, Thetford Forest, Brandon, IP27 0AF

At our Zig Zag Challenge, you will join like-minded runners doing different distances. Options include 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon, Heavy Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon.

There is a six-hour event cut off, (if you start at 9am, and 4hour event cut off if you start at 11am) .  

The route encompasses a 5.km loop within the grounds of Thetford Forest.

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, the location is pretty self-contained, making this an intimate event with us having exclusive use of the main area and have plenty of open space.

A heavy half marathon as standard will be 5 laps (but there is the option to change this on the day to 6 or 7).  An ultra marathon as standard will be 9 laps (but there is the option to increase this, according to time available e.g. upto 12 laps)

This is a perfect event to challenge yourself to push on further or could be used as your long run for an upcoming Half marathon, full marathon or Ultra!

There will be a water, aid station located at the lap point so no stress of having to carry lots of food, water or equipment.

Parking on the day will be discounted to £5 for participants with a QR code  

We will be based adjacent to Oak Lodge and will be utilising Oak Lodge for registration and for the provision of your complimentary teas, coffee and cake on completion.

There will be a Bespoke medal for the event, which you will receive at the end of the race.   Or if you choose the lucky dip option (if an available option), you will choose from a selection of previous medals.

The course will be mainly pathway with a small section of trails and woodland (final route TBC).  Our suggestion is to wear road trainers but depending on the weather before the event you may want to bring trails if you have them but not essential.

PLEASE NOTE THE EVENT IS CUPLESS - SO please bring cups and bottles for refreshment refilling

20% of your entry fee goes towards the upkeep of the forest and the caring of the woodlands.

Please note entries close 48 hours prior to the event day

Reviews

5.0

2 reviews

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FIONA THOMPSON

Reviewing the 2025 edition · 1 year ago

Tough terrain (for me!) but lovely course through the forest. Relaxed atmosphere but very well organised. Best snack station ever with thoughtful snacks and squash.
AF
Andrina Freeman Verified entrant

Took part in the 2024 edition · 2 years ago

I ran a half marathon at Brandon country park. Very well sign posted, great marshalls who were encouraging and entertaining. Lovely medal. Very well organised, like they'd done it before 😉. Great selection at the food stations. Thanks for a fab morning everyone.

Location

High Lodge, Thetford Forest, Brandon, IP27 0AF

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Zig Zag Challenge - 5k,10k, HALF MARATHON, FULL MARATHON & ULTRA-MARATHON

21st Mar 2027

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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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