Christmas Canter

DEC
19
2026
Celebrate the end of the year with this festive event in Bury St Edmunds. Choose between 5k and ultra distances on an undulating course with a seven hour cut off and bespoke medals for all finishers.
Sat 19 Dec 2026
Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Christmas Canter

The Christmas Canter takes place at the Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds. This end-of-year event utilizes the Hargrave Half course for longer distances and Mount Barrow for shorter routes. The course surface consists of road and pavement with an undulating profile. The event has a maximum capacity of 300 entrants and a seven-hour cut-off time.

The event offers several distance options:

  • 5k
  • 10k
  • Half Marathon
  • Marathon
  • Ultra

Participants running distances shorter than a half marathon follow an out-and-back route. The half marathon consists of a single loop, while the marathon requires two loops. Those completing the ultra distance run the loops plus an additional segment to the 5k turnaround point.

Race Headquarters serves as the start and lap point, where an aid station providing water, drinks, and snacks is located. Additional aid stations are positioned every 10k along the route. The event is cupless, requiring participants to bring their own bottles or containers for refills. Parking is included in the entry price. Finishers receive a bespoke medal designed for the event, or they can select a medal from previous events if they choose the lucky dip option. Fancy dress is encouraged for all participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Marathon
Full Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Ultra Marathon
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