B F F (Best Foot Forward) on National Friendship Day
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B F F (Best Foot Forward) on National Friendship Day
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Take on this six-hour event at the picturesque Haughley park to put your legs to the test. The course is set out in a 5.3k loop and runners can choose how far they would like to run from a 5k all the way up to an Ultra. Come for the fun atmosphere and to earn your medal.
Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, and 2 more
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Sun, 30 Jul 2023
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Haughley, United Kingdom
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Location
Haughley Park Haughley, Haughley, Stowmarket IP14 3JY, UK
Start times
Sunday, 30 Jul 2023
Ultra: 9:00 amMarathon: 9:00 amHalf Marathon: 9:00 am10k: 9:00 am5k: 9:00 am
Event summary
Here are the distances available for B F F (Best Foot Forward) on National Friendship Day
Ultra
360min
£28 - £35
Marathon
26.2mi
£28 - £35
Half Marathon
13.1mi
£28 - £35
10k
10km
£28 - £35
Route information
Terrain Mixed terrain
Elevation Flat
This 5.3k looped course is perfect for all looking to challenge themselves, whether you are running your first 5k or 100th marathon. The terrain is mostly comprised of pathways with some small sections of the course along trails and woodland. The route is self-contained within the picturesque Haughley park making it easy to navigate.
You will have 6 hours to complete as many laps as you can, and if you're lucky maybe a little bit more because if you leave the base camp before 5:59:59, you can complete one more lap!
What's included
- Medal (Lucky-Dip Medal or Event Medal)
- Coffee and Cake for all finishers
- Event marshals
- Water/aid stations
- Bag drop
- Parking
- Chip-timed results
How to get there
Haughley Park Haughley, Haughley, Stowmarket IP14 3JY, UK
Get full directionsParking
Please use the postcode IP30 9RS to find the car park. There will be parking included in your entry. You will have a parking attendant show you where to park, they will check your name, give you your race bib and show you where the Race HQ/Base camp is.
By Car
Signed 'Haughley Park' on the A14, nine miles east of Bury St Edmunds (off junction 47a). one-mile north-west of Stowmarket (off Junction 49).
By Rail
The nearest station is Stowmarket. There is frequent direct service which is a 1 hour 20-minute journey from London Liverpool Street, plus a 10-minute taxi ride to the estate.
By Air
Stansted airport is a one hour drive, north on the M11, onto the A11 direction towards Newmarket. Then east onto the A14 towards Bury St Edmunds (then follow the direction for by car).
Event day logistics
Schedule
09:00 Wave 1 starts
11:00 Wave 2 starts
15:00 Cut-off time
Race briefing
Upon entry you will receive an email confirmation from Zig Zag Running which will include a detailed race briefing pack explaining the times and set up.
Wave start times
You can choose the wave start time you would like when booking. If you start at 9 am you will have 6 hours. If starting at 11 am you will have 4 hours.
Lucky dip medal
The lucky dip medal gives runners a chance of receiving a previous Zig Zag Events medal for a slightly reduced cost. This can be chosen when registering and ensures a little surprise on the event day.
Age Requirements
You must be at least 18 years old to take part.
Water stations
There will be a water station located at the start and lap point.
Cupless Event
Please note the event has gone cupless, so please bring your own water bottle to the event.
Spectator Info
All spectators are welcome to come along and cheer on their friends or family.
FAQs
When does the race start at the B F F (Best Foot Forward) 2023??
The 6-hour race starts a 9 am, and if you choose to start at 11 am you will have 4 hours.
What is the luck dip medal option at the B F F (Best Foot Forward) 2023?
The lucky dip medal gives runners a chance of receiving a previous Zig Zag Events medal for a slightly reduced cost. This can be chosen when registering and ensures a little surprise on the event day.
What is the course like at the B F F (Best Foot Forward) 2023?
The course is mainly along pathways with small sections on trails and woodlands.
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