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SUMMARY:Smurf Run
DESCRIPTION:About the event:\nCome and join Saturn Running for our Smurf Run\, who doesn’t love those little blue characters and therefore a medal reflecting how adorable they are! \nDate & time: Sunday 15th of February 2026\nOfficial start time: 9.30am \nLocation: Durham Amateur Rowing Club\, Green Ln\, Old Elvet\, Durham DH1 3JU \nThe £17.00 entry price is available only to members. You can become a member by logging into your profile and purchasing one of the membership schemes. As well as the cheapest entry price\, a member is guaranteed entry to the run and gets a mini-me medal pin at every event they attend! \nDistance & Time\nThis is a 7 hour Time Challenge event which allows you full control over the distance you want to run. The minimum distance is 3km\, which is part of a lap. A full lap is 4.37 miles or 7km (this is subject to change to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions) and you can run as many\, or as few\, of these laps as you like subject to UK athletics age restrictions (please see the restrictions below). We will have a 3k turn point and 5k turn point within the lap which is available to allow our younger runners to comply with the UK Athletics distance rules. It is 3 laps for a half marathon\, 6 for a marathon and 7 or over for an ultra\, we also have a 50km distance available. \nCourse:\nThe course is along a beautiful stretch of the River Wear with views of the Cathedral and is classified as a trail run. It is fully signed so no navigational experience is required. \nAll abilities are welcome at our super-inclusive events and we also welcome walkers too. \nSpecial Event:\nIf our event is a special event for you\, for instance your 50th\, 99th\, 100th\, 150th\, 200th\, 250th etc. marathon or half marathon then please let us know. We will provide you with a great number with your name and the event date on it. \nVenue Facilities:\nToilets and changing facilities are available at the race HQ. Bag drop is near the start and finish area. Runners should be aware the bag drop is not staffed and items are left at the sole responsibility of the participant. No liability for lost items will be accepted by the Organiser. \nOther Information:\nThere will be somewhere to leave a bag at the start / finish area. However\, this is not a secure bag and the items cannot be watched at all times so please do not leave anything valuable. \nHeadphones are allowed. \nOur running events are held on public footpaths so we would be grateful if all runners were considerate of other path users. \n  \nFor more information\, please click here.
URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/smurf-run/
LOCATION:Durham Amateur Rowing Club\, Green Ln\, Old Elvet\, Durham DH1 3JU\, Green Ln\, Old Elvet\, Durham\, DH1 3JU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Half Marathon,Marathon,Running
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SUMMARY:The Rubber Duck Dash
DESCRIPTION:About The Event\nDue to the success of our Rebellious Rubber Ducky Run in 2025 we are holding our second event inspired by the adorable bath toys! At this event\, not only will you earn a super cute rubber duck themed medal but also\, your very own rubber ducky to take home with you!! \nDate & time: Saturday 21st of February 2026\nOfficial start time: 9am \nLocation: The Last Hop\, Unit 2\, Thames Edge Court\, Clarence Street\, Staines\, TW18 4SU \nThe £23.00 entry price is available only to members. You can become a member by logging into your profile and purchasing one of the membership schemes. As well as the cheapest entry price\, a member is guaranteed entry to the run and gets a mini-me medal pin at every event they attend! \nDistance & Time\nThis is a 7 hour Time Challenge event which allows you full control over the distance you want to run. The minimum distance is 3km\, which is part of a lap. A full lap is 4.37 miles or 7km (this is subject to change to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions) and you can run as many\, or as few\, of these laps as you like subject to UK athletics age restrictions (please see the restrictions below). We will have a 3k turn point and 5k turn point within the lap which is available to allow our younger runners to comply with the UK Athletics distance rules. It is 3 laps for a half marathon\, 6 for a marathon and 7 or over for an ultra\, we also have a 50km distance available. \nCourse\nThe course along a beautiful stretch of the River Thames. It is fully signed so no navigational experience is required. The course is mainly well made paths and tarmac with a very short grass section. Road shoes are suitable all year round. \nAll abilities are welcome at our super-inclusive events and we also welcome walkers too. \nSpecial Event\nIf our event is a special event for you\, for instance your 50th\, 99th\, 100th\, 150th\, 200th\, 250th etc. marathon or half marathon then please let us know. We will provide you with a great number with your name and the event date on it. \nVenue Facilities\nToilets are available at the start/finish area inside the venue HQ. There are changing facilities available at the venue. These facilities will be open from 8am and will be available for use throughout the entire event. \nOther Information\nThere will be somewhere to leave a bag at the start / finish area. However\, this is not a secure bag and the items cannot be watched at all times so please do not leave anything valuable. \nHeadphones are allowed. \nOur running events are held on public footpaths so we would be grateful if all runners were considerate of other path users. \n  \nFor more information\, please click here.
URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/the-rubber-duck-dash/
LOCATION:Last Hop\, Clarence Street\, Staines\, UK
CATEGORIES:5K Run,Half Marathon,Marathon,Running,Ultra Marathon
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SUMMARY:TrailFest |  Salcey Forest
DESCRIPTION:What is TrailFest?\n\n\n\nIt’s a day of moving around wonderful woodland for all abilities\, speeds and experiences. Whether you’re an experienced ultra runner keen to get an early-season 50 km in or a newbie trail runner looking to do their first 10K\, TrailFest is for you! \nWe’ve four distances for you to choose from: 10K\, half marathon\, marathon\, and 50 km. A distance to suit everyone! \nThe idea of the day is to bring everyone together and to experience the fun of trail running in an amazing forest. Being around others doing what seems impossible can often make it seem a lot more possible too!! If you want to come and run your personal best or bimble about with your mates\, we’ve got the perfect distance for you. \nWe’ve got very generous cut-off times too\, to try and remove some of those barriers to new people trying out the sport. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere is it?\nSalcey Forest is a Forestry England site with a café and toilets near Northampton. Use postcode NN7 2HX for your Sat Nav. It is located here on What3Words. \nYou do have to pay to park (between £3.80 – £9 at the time of writing).  That said\, be a hero and car share\, save money and the world! \nThe number 33 bus stops inside Salcey Forest (just after 9 am) and goes between Northampton and Milton Keynes (check for Sunday times) \nIt is 18 minutes from Northampton and 9 minutes from Junction 15 of the M1. The closest train station is Northampton. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan I run with my dog?\nNot at these events. As the event is run under a UK Athletics/ Trail Running Association license\, there are no dogs allowed at any of the events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse description\nThe different routes all use similar sections of the forest. The majority of the routes are along well-maintained pathways. There isn’t a meter of asphalt (except 2 road crossings for the longer events!\,) and the pathways are mainly crushed stone or very well trodden open forest floor. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat does it cost?\nWe operate a tiered pricing approach. The earlier you enter\, the cheaper the event\, but never ever will you pay a booking fee! \n\n\n\n10K\nHalf Marathon\nMarathon\n50K\n\n\n\nBefore 28/06/2026 | £20 \n\n\nBefore 28/06/2026 | £35 \n\n\nBefore 28/06/2026 | £51 \n\n\nBefore 28/06/2026 | £62 \n\n\n\nAfter 28/06/2026 | £25\nAfter 28/06/2026 | £40\nAfter 28/06/2026 | £56\nAfter 28/06/2026 | £72\n\n\n\nUnaffiliated entrants pay £2 extra. Why not join your local running club or sign up for the Big Bear Brigade and save 10% off entries forever! If you were on our Very Important Bear mailing list\, you could have also saved 20% before the event was launched! \n\nCan I run as many laps as I want?\nNot at this event. This may seem an odd question to answer but given the majority of our events are 6 hour lapped events it’s one I’m sure people will have! \n  \nWhat are the timings for each event?\n\n\n\nEvent\nRegistration Open\nEvent Start\n\n\n50 km\n07:00\n08:00\n\n\nMarathon\n07:00\n08:30\n\n\nHalf Marathon\n08:00\n09:00\n\n\n10 km\n08:00\n09:00\n\n\n\n\nCan I have crew or pacers?\nYes and no. You can have crew\, they’re really helpful for longer events\, but you cannot have pacers. To be clear\, that means no-one can run with you or walk alongside you for any period of time except in the final 100m or so. \n\nAre there cut-offs?\nYes\, but they’re pretty generous! The cutoff for the event is 19:00. For the 50 km event\, this means an 11-hour cutoff\, or a 21-minute/mile pace. All other events have the same 19:00 cutoff – so that’s 10 hours to complete the 10k! \n\n\n\n\nI’ve heard you do cupless events?\nThat’s right! Discover how we host cupless events here. For clarity\, that means there are zero cups at the aid stations. If you want liquid\, you need to bring a cup! \n\nIs there a mandatory kit?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is different for different distances and strictly enforced for each piece of mandatory kit missing 1 hour will be added to your finish time. For 10k entrants there is no mandatory kit although a cup/bottle for water is strongly recommended. There are NO CUPS at this event. If you don’t carry a cup you cannot drink water! \nHalf marathon/Marathon/50k entrants a cup/bottle capable of holding 200ml minimum is mandatory. It’ is strongly advised to carry a foil blanket and a charged mobile phone. \nThese are mandatory minimum’s if you want to carry more or extra kit then please do so\, this is to make you safe not to make you run to your best ability. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat if I need to withdraw?\nIt happens. Injuries\, life events… forgetting you’ve booked it! You can see our specific withdrawal policy for the TrailFest events here. They are a little different to our other events but still much better than most other events companies. I think they are fairer than most and as such they will be adhered to. \n\nSummary Details:\n\nSunday\, June 28\, 2026\n8:00 AM  7:00 PM\nSalcey Forest\, NN7 2HXUnited Kingdom\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nTrailFest Salcey Forest – Marathon FINAL \n\n\n\n \n\n\nTrailFest – Salcey Forest 50K FINAL \n\n\n\n \n\nTrailFest – Salcey – HM \n\n\n\n \n\nTrailFest – Salcey Forest – 10K FINAL
URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/trailfest-salcey-forest-2/
LOCATION:Salcey Forest\, NN7 2HX United Kingdom\, Northamptonshire\, NN7 2HX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:10K Run,Half Marathon,Marathon
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SUMMARY:The Amazing Northampton Run
DESCRIPTION:More Than Just a Race\nThe Amazing Northampton Run is where challenge meets pride. Run past history\, test your limits\, and celebrate the incredible spirit of Northampton.\nWhether you’re an experienced runner or taking on your first race\, you’ll feel the community cheering you on every step of the way. \nRace Categories\nThe Half Marathon \nStarting in the historic Market Square\, a half-marathon loop around England’s largest town\, running downhill over South Bridge and following the line of the river past Northampton’s three main sporting grounds: Sixfields stadium (football)\, Franklin’s Gardens (rugby) and The County Ground (cricket)\, through three beautiful parks\, passing through the modern University campus. Then up into the historic town centre to finish back at the Market Square. All finishers receive a t-shirt and a medal.\nFind out more about the Half Marathon. \nThe Half Marathon Relay\nShare the Challenge. Celebrate the Finish. \nTake on The Amazing Northampton Run as a team with our Half Marathon Relay. Perfect for friends\, families\, or colleagues looking to conquer the course together\, the relay divides the 13.1 miles into three exciting legs. All finishers receive a t-shirt and a medal.\nFind out more about the Half Marathon Relay. \nThe 3 Mile Fun Run\nBig Atmosphere. Shorter Distance. Same Celebration. \nLooking for a fun\, accessible way to be part of the race day buzz? The 3-Mile Fun Run is the perfect choice for families\, casual runners\, or first-timers wanting to soak up the energy without running a half-marathon. All finishers receive a medal.\nFind out more about the 3-Mile Fun Run. \nSchedule\nRegistration \nIf you have chosen to have your race number posted to you\, it will arrive at least one week before race day. If you have your race number\, there is no need to attend registration. \nRegistration for Relay runner team captains only will take place on Saturday\, 12th September\, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM at The Mercure Hotel\, Northampton\, NN1 2TA.\nIf you are unable to attend on Saturday\, we will offer limited registration on Sunday\, 13th September\, from 7:15 AM to 8:30 AM. \n  \nOn The Day \nThere will be a pre-race warm-up at approximately 09:15 with the team from Step Forward and Lewis/Virgin Active. The Half-Marathon individual and relay starts at 09:30. The 3 Mile Fun Run starts at 09:45. Please note that the race has a cut-off time of 3 hours. \n  \nAid Stations \nThere will be four aid stations positioned at approximately 3-mile intervals along the course \n  \nPacers \nThe pacers\, sponsored by Franklins Solicitors\, are available to help you achieve your race goals. They will support participants aiming for finish times of 1:30\, 1:45\, 2:00\, 2:15\, 2:30\, 2:45\, and 3:00 hours. \n  \nMile Markers \nMile markers will be displayed throughout the course\, counting up to the finish line. \n  \nSecure Bag Drop \nThere will be a secure bag drop area at the start/finish. We encourage participants to donate any discarded pre-race warm clothing to the Northampton Hope Centre Charity. \n  \n\nDetails\nHalf Marathon\nHalf Marathon Relay\n3-Mile Fun Run\nDate\n13th Sep 2026\n13th Sep 2026\n13th Sep 2026\nTime\n09:30 AM\n09:30 AM\n09:45 AM\nCost\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n£37.00 – £39.00\n(Open to entrants aged 17 and over on 13/09/2026) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n£78.00\n(Open to entrants aged 17 and over on 13/09/2026) \n\n\n£17.00\n\n\n\n\nDirections\nThe race will start and finish in Abington Street by Skipton Building Society (2A Abington Street\, Northampton NN1 2AJ). There are over 2\,000 car parking spaces in the town centre. Find out more about Council Car Parks in Northampton Town \nRoute Maps\nHalf Marathon \n\n\n\n\nHalf Marathon Relay (Leg 1) \n\n\n\nHalf Marathon Relay (Leg 2) \n\n\n \n\nHalf Marathon Relay (Leg 3) \n\n\n\n\n\n3-Mile Fun Run
URL:https://raceconnections.com/event/the-amazing-northampton-run/
LOCATION:Market Square\, Northampton NN1 2DP\, NN1 2DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Half Marathon,Marathon,Running
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