Zig Zag Marathon and Half
From Zig Zag Running
- Date Sun 10th May 2026
- Time 09:00
- Location Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
- Price £31.00 - £38.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, Marathon
Event summary
The race kicks off with a mass start at 9 AM, and with a generous seven-hour cut-off time, there's plenty of opportunity to enjoy the journey. Runners will find aid stations every 10 kilometers, ensuring hydration and nourishment throughout the course. Plus, you'll take home a bespoke medal crafted just for this event, and for those feeling lucky, there's an option to select from previous or finisher medals. Remember, this event is cupless, so be sure to bring your refillable bottles! With all the excitement, this is a perfect opportunity for runners aiming for a marathon GFA place. Join us for a memorable day of community and achievement at the Zig Zag Marathon and Half Marathon!
Zig Zag Marathon and Half
Sun 10th May 2026
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 with a mass start at 9am.
We will be utilizing the Kirtling Route.
The Kirtling Marathon route is is an officially measured route, which is fully on road, mildly undulating and very scenic,
The half marathon will also be one loop and we will be using the Windmill Route
http://coursemeasurement.org.uk/detail.php?area=South&no=2018527
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.
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, they are quiet roads however, you will need to be aware of traffic when stepping out and ideally wear something bright
This event is ideal for runners who want to get a marathon GFA place.
Please note the event has gone cupless - so please bring your own bottles or cups for refilling.
Please note ONLY bone conductor headphones are allowed!
Races
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Bespoke Event Medal - Full Marathon
Sun 10th May 2026 (09:00)
£38.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Association of Running Clubs (ARC) save £2.00
Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00
Booking for more than 1? -
Bespoke Event Medal - Half Marathon
Sun 10th May 2026 (09:00)
£34.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Association of Running Clubs (ARC) save £2.00
Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00
Booking for more than 1? -
Lucky Dip Finisher Medal - Full Marathon
Sun 10th May 2026 (09:00)
£35.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Association of Running Clubs (ARC) save £2.00
Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00
Booking for more than 1? -
Lucky Dip Finisher Medal - Half Marathon
Sun 10th May 2026 (09:00)
£31.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Association of Running Clubs (ARC) save £2.00
Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00
Booking for more than 1?
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