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5K runs in East of England in Spring

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Combines the thrill of running and the picturesque charm of Great Yarmouth over a fast-paced 5K course through the town's rich history and vibrant landscapes. Ideal for PB-seekers and first-timers.
  • Sun 1 Mar
  • £20-£22
Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, UK

ATW Great Yarmouth Seafront 5K

Combines the thrill of running and the picturesque charm of Great Yarmouth over a fast-paced 5K course through the town's rich history and vibrant landscapes. Ideal for PB-seekers and first-timers.

  • 5 km road running
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Age 11 & over
This disused airfield has a fast, flat, tarmac course with no sharp corners, and the surrounding tree cover makes for relatively still conditions on most days - but your PB or run stress-free.
  • Sun 15 Mar
  • £18-£20
Saffron Walden, Essex, UK

ATW Debden 5K

This disused airfield has a fast, flat, tarmac course with no sharp corners, and the surrounding tree cover makes for relatively still conditions on most days - but your PB or run stress-free.

  • 5 km road running + 46 ft ascent
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 11 & over
Run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Brandon Country Park in the very heart of Thetford Forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
  • Sun 29 Mar
  • £33-£38
Brandon, Suffolk, UK

Zig Zag Challenge | 4 Hour

Run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Brandon Country Park in the very heart of Thetford Forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.

  • 4 hrs trail running
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Traffic free
  • Age 18 & over
Run as far as you can during the 6-hour event at Suffolk Running Centre on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
  • Fri 3 Apr
  • £33-£38
Bury Saint Edmunds, Suffolk, UK

Easter Challenge

Run as far as you can during the 6-hour event at Suffolk Running Centre on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.

  • 6 hrs multi terrain running
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Traffic free
  • Age 18 & over
Join in at the beautiful Haughley Park for the Haughley Festival of Running and join like-minded runners tackling a variety of distances on the day within the 4 or 6-hour time limit.
  • Sun 12 Apr
  • £27-£29
Stowmarket, Suffolk, UK

Haughley Festival of Running | 5K

Join in at the beautiful Haughley Park for the Haughley Festival of Running and join like-minded runners tackling a variety of distances on the day within the 4 or 6-hour time limit.

  • 5 km trail running + 230 ft ascent
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Traffic free
  • Age 14 & over
A relaxed, lap-based 5K trail run through picturesque countryside, giving you complete control over your distance — perfect for beginners, returning runners or those chasing longer goals.
  • Sun 19 Apr
  • £27-£29
Dereham, Norfolk, UK

The Roman Ramble | 5K

A relaxed, lap-based 5K trail run through picturesque countryside, giving you complete control over your distance — perfect for beginners, returning runners or those chasing longer goals.

  • 5 km trail running
  • Enter online
  • Age 14 & over
Run, walk or cheer on family at this traffic-free campus event, with a 5K option, supporting local charities and welcoming all ages.
  • Sun 19 Apr
  • £2-£19
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, UK

Cambridge Biomedical Campus 10K, 5K and Fun Run | 5K Run

Run, walk or cheer on family at this traffic-free campus event, with a 5K option, supporting local charities and welcoming all ages.

  • 5 km road running
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Traffic free
  • Age 11 & over
On the same day as the famous marathon in London, why not come along to The "Other" Run? Complete 5K and earn a Zig Zag medal too.
  • Sun 26 Apr
  • £27-£29
Bury Saint Edmunds, Suffolk, UK

The Other Run | 5K

On the same day as the famous marathon in London, why not come along to The "Other" Run? Complete 5K and earn a Zig Zag medal too.

  • 5 km road running
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Age 18 & over
Run as far as you can during the 4-hour event through Hinchinbrooke Country Park in the very heart of Thetford Forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
  • Sun 17 May
  • £27-£29
Dereham, Norfolk, UK

The Birthday Run | 5K

Run as far as you can during the 4-hour event through Hinchinbrooke Country Park in the very heart of Thetford Forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.

  • 5 km multi terrain running + 62 ft ascent
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 14 & over
Can you survive Farmmageddon? A fantastic 5.3K loop through the lovely grounds of Hyde Hall Farm as part of the Farmmageddon endurance weekend.
  • Sat 23 May
  • £33-£38
Buntingford, Hertfordshire, UK

Farmmageddon | 5K

Can you survive Farmmageddon? A fantastic 5.3K loop through the lovely grounds of Hyde Hall Farm as part of the Farmmageddon endurance weekend.

  • 5 km trail running + 164 ft ascent
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Traffic free
  • Age 18 & over
In its sixth year! Come take on the challenge of the track at Wodson Park. Do you have it in you to complete your distance on a 400-metre athletics track?
  • Sun 31 May
  • £27-£29
Ware, Hertfordshire, UK

Circuit Du Sore Legs | 5K

In its sixth year! Come take on the challenge of the track at Wodson Park. Do you have it in you to complete your distance on a 400-metre athletics track?

  • 5 km track and field
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Age 14 & over
  • Sun 1 Mar
  • £18-£20
Chelmsford, Essex, UK

Chelmsford Half Marathon, 10K and 5K | 5K

  • 5 km road running + 79 ft ascent
  • Sat 7 Mar
  • FREE
Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, UK

First Saturday of the Month 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 4 Apr
  • FREE
Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, UK

First Saturday of the Month 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sun 19 Apr
  • £13
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, UK

Northstowe Half & Toms Trust 5K | Toms Trust 5K

  • 5 km multi terrain running
  • Sat 2 May
  • FREE
Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, UK

First Saturday of the Month 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sun 3 May
  • £18-£20
Ipswich, Suffolk, UK

Ipswich Twilight 5K Race

  • 5 km road running

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