Football League Original 12 Run

Sat, Aug 2, 2025
The Caldecotte - Pub & Grill, Caldecotte
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About

Enter this relaxed, friendly marathon and half marathon event marking the anniversary of the 1924 Paris Olympics. Perfect for beginners, this flat, easy course loops around the banks of the stunning Caldecotte Lake, whether you're giving your first half marathon a try or aiming for a new PB.

Marathon 1, Half Marathon and Marathon 2

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Sat, Aug 2, 2025

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Caldecotte, United Kingdom

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Where and when

Location
The Caldecotte - Pub & Grill, Bletcham Wy., Caldecotte, Milton Keynes MK7 8HP, UK
Start times
Marathon 1: 8:30 AMHalf Marathon: 8:30 AMMarathon 2: 8:30 AM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for Football League Original 12 Run
Marathon 1
26.2mi
£39.99
Half Marathon
13.1mi
£29.99
Marathon 2
26.2mi
£39.99

Route information

Entrants can pick either a half marathon or full marathon distance, which will take them around the mixed hard gravel and concrete paths around the picturesque Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes.
The Lake, home to Milton Keynes Canoe Club, is bursting with wildlife and is a favourite with local anglers.
This is a great mixed-terrain run for all abilities of runners. The marathon will consist of 7.5 laps of the Lake, whilst the half marathon will be 3.5 laps.
The course caters to all abilities - whether you jog or are a speedy superstar, this flat course is perfect for obtaining a PB.

What's included

  • Unique finisher's medal
  • Free parking
  • Water stations
  • Pub @ start & finish

How to get there

The Caldecotte - Pub & Grill, Bletcham Wy., Caldecotte, Milton Keynes MK7 8HP, UK
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Parking
There will be parking available at the Premier Inn car park.
By Car
If travelling by car, Caldecotte Lake is located 150yrds off the A5 and only 3 miles away from the M1 - make sure to look out for a windmill.
By Train
The closest train station to Caldecotte Lake is Bow Brickhill which is only a quick 1 mile warm-up jog to the start line.

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Event day logistics

Saturday
08:30 Marathon and half marathon start
13:30 Cut-off time for the half marathon
15:30 Cut-off time for the marathon
Sunday
08:30 Marathon starts
13:30 Cut-off time for the marathon
Please make sure to arrive in plenty of time before the mandatory race briefing to get parked and to register. Registration opens at 7:45
Age Requirements
All entrants must be 18 years or older on the day of the event to enter.
Facilities
There will be a water station located at the start/finish that runners can access each lap of the course. Toilets are available just a short walk away from the race start.

FAQs

All entrants will be timed and every finisher will receive a medal for their hard work
Is there car parking available ?
Yes, there will be parking available at the Premier Inn car park by Caldecotte Lake.
What time does the Run start?
The run will start at 08:30. Runners are expected to arrive early at the race to register and listen to the race briefing at 08:20.

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33 Broadwick St, London W1F 0DQ

Reg number 10083277

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