School's Out 2023

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Celebrate the end of another school year with this awesome 6 hour running event. Whether you are completing your first 5k or running your 100th ultra-Marathon, this event is open to everyone, of any ability. Sign up today to see what you are capable of and get your hands on an epic finisher's medal.
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5k, 10k, Half Marathon, and 2 more
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Sun 23rd Jul 2023
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Brandon, United Kingdom
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4.8
(14 Reviews)
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Where and when
Location
Brandon Country Park, Bury Rd, Brandon IP27 0SU, UK
Start times
Sun 23rd Jul 2023
5k:
9:00am |
10k:
9:00am |
Half Marathon:
9:00am |
Marathon:
9:00am |
Ultra:
9:00am
Event summary
Here are the distances available for School's Out 2023
5k
Distance
5km
£26 - £33
10k
Distance
10km
£26 - £33
Half Marathon
Distance
13.1mi
£26 - £33
Marathon
Distance
26.2mi
£26 - £33
Route information
In this 6-hour event, participants will run as far, or as little, as they want around a 5.3k lapped route through the stunning forest of Brandon Country Park. If you choose a 9am start, you will get the full 6 hours to run. If you choose 11am, you will have 4 hours to run as far as you can.
This easy-to-navigate route through the grounds means runners will be able focus solely on more on their pace and completing as many laps as they can.
Runners will have the choice to run the entire 6 hours, rest between laps at the aid station, or to finish their race before the 3pm end. This race is in complete control of the individual, so remember to take it at your own pace.
This event is a great platform to try running either your first 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, or even a staggering Ultra Marathon. When selecting your ticket at the checkout, please remember that these distances are simply guidelines, and not definitive distances.
With small inclines rather than hills, this course is primarily flat and mainly follows an undulating pathway. This is a multi-terrain course, consisting of gravel pathways and some grass areas.
Whether you are looking to run your 1st 10k, or your 50th Marathon, the brilliant Zig Zag Running team will cheer you all the way around.
What's included
  • Medal (Lucky-Dip Medal or Event Medal)
  • Coffee and Cake for all finishers
  • Event marshals
  • Water/aid stations
  • Bag drop
  • Parking (small fee)
  • Chip-timed results
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How to get there
Brandon Country Park, Bury Rd, Brandon IP27 0SU, UK
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By Car
Brandon Country Park is just South of Brandon, five minutes from the A11 at Elveden, less than 30 minutes from Bury St Edmunds, and under an hour from Norwich, Cambridge and Ipswich. Brandon Railway Station is 1.5miles (2.4km) away. Postcode for satnavs: IP27 0SU
Parking
Parking is available at this venue, though at an additional fee to your entry ticket. There will be marshals on the day to direct you.
By Train
Brandon Train Station is the closest train station to the start location. It would take roughly 30 minutes the walk from the station to Brandon Country Park.
Event day logistics
09:00 Wave 1 starts
11:00 Wave 2 starts
15:00 Event ends
Waves
Participants have the choice to start their race at 9 am or 11 am. Please note that both waves will end at 3 pm, meaning those in the second wave will have a shorter time limit than those in the first wave.
Race Packs
Race bibs will be collected on the day from registration.
Age Restrictions
All entrants must be 18 and older to enter the event.
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 event day.
Water/Aid Station
There will be a water/aid station at Race HQ, which will be situated at the start and lap point of the route.
Bag Drop
There will be a space for runners to leave their bags and belongings, however, they are left at your own risk and should not contain valuables. It is advised by the organiser to leave your belongings in your car, keeping valuables out of sight.
Cupless Event
Please note the event has gone cupless, so please bring your own water bottle to the event.
FAQs
Do I need to wear trail running shoes for the Schools Out Run?
Normal running trainers should be plenty for this event. If there has been wet weather trail shoes may be helpful, but running trainers should still be fine.
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What is the difference between a lucky-dip medal and an event medal?
A lucky-dip medal is a medal that is randomly allocated to finishers from a previous event, and an event medal is a medal that is specifically tailored to the event.
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Is there a minimum age I have to be to participate in the Schools Out Run?
Yes, all participants must be 18 and over in order to compete.
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Reviews
4.8
14 reviews
nick
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
Amazing friendly atmosphere. The course was marshalled by friendly staff and the after race treats were awesome
annie
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
What’s not to love about a Zig Zag event? I’ve run a few now at different locations and each one is always fun, friendly, supportive, encouraging, celebratory, thoughtful and at great locations. There’s no shame whether you walk, jog, run or dress as a rhino! The Marshalls are always fab and give you a welcome cheer whenever you pass them at whatever your speed.
naomi
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2022
Love ZigZag events! Friendly, well organised, awesome bling and cake!
jay
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4.7
Did the race in 2022
Beautiful Brandon course, a few hills but some lovely long downhill stretches - will definitely be back!
stephen
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
Challenging course but the organisation and all round atmosphere made it a fun and relaxing event
caroline
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2022
Friendly and well organised
michelle
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
Organised very well, excellently stocked aid station, helpful fun and polite organisers. Cake and coffee at the end which was an unexpected bonus 😁 well marked course with great marshals.My first run as much as you can event and I couldn't have asked for more.The ice lollies were a very welcome extra in the heat today.All the other runners are supportive and friendly and happy to share their experiences with distance running, super friendly well, ran and lovely medals what more can I say 😊
jennifer
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4.3
Did the race in 2022
Fantastic set up, everyone was super helpful and encouraging 3 stars for the course, only because it’s hard!
ian
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4.7
Did the race in 2022
Well organised, friendly event. A real effort was made with the nice touches, the great coffee, cakes, suntan cream and more. Would recommend highly. Well done
mark
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4.7
Did the race in 2022
The people that ran the event were absolutely brilliant! Very welcoming and chatty. The main guy that done the talk before the race was a great guy. Even gave me a lollipop for when I finished
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