Fri 5 Jul 2024 Colchester, Essex, UK

GBRC Friday 5 | Junior Run 2K

Friday 5 series supported by JM Finn has returned for 2024.

  • Fri 5 Jul 2024
Village Hall, Colchester
Junior Run 2K

18:40

Age 9 & over

£5

  • 2 km trail running

Event overview

The Friday 5 Series is a popular series of 6 open races each of approximately 5 miles in length, all held during the summer on Friday evenings. These races are always family friendly and are a great way to spend a summer’s evening. Prizes are awarded to individuals and teams at each race, and also for the series as a whole (based on a points system). We offer 2 junior races which will start together. School year’s 4 and below – 1 km, School year’s 5 and above – 2 km. All off road – one road is crossed for 2km race but road will be closed. Held on Great Bentley Village Green (close to parking area)

This event is part of GBRC Friday 5.

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Families
  • Venue accessible

Route

  • First aid
  • Marshals
  • Water stations

Location

  • Free parking
  • Secure bag storage

What's included

  • Medal

How to enter

  • Age 9 & over
  • Enter online

Other races at event

  • Fri 5 Jul 2024
  • #1 of 3
Village Hall, Colchester
Junior Run 1K

18:40

Age up to 8

£5

  • 1 km trail running
  • Fri 5 Jul 2024
  • #3 of 3
Village Hall, Colchester
5 Mile

19:30

Age 15 & over

£14-£16

  • 5 miles road running

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