Saturn Running - Northampton
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The Doughnut Dash - Northampton
The event takes place on 22 February 2026 at Northampton Active, Bedford Rd, Northampton NN4 7AA. It is organised by Saturn Too in conjunction with Circuit Running Events. The course runs around the Northampton Washlands on well maintained paths and trail and is held on public footpaths. The format is a 7 hour Time Challenge that lets participants choose how many laps to run. A full lap is 5.25 miles (8.5 km). The minimum distance is 3 km for juniors and 5 km for adults. Lap counts given are 2.5 laps for a half marathon, 5 laps for a marathon, 6 or more laps for an ultra, and just under 6 laps for 50 km. The regular course may be changed for health and safety reasons.
Distances and entry
- 3km - minimum distance for juniors.
- 5km - open to entrants aged 12 and over.
- 10km - open to entrants aged 16 and over.
- Half Marathon - open to entrants aged 17 and over.
- Marathon - open to entrants aged 18 and over.
- 50km - open to entrants aged 20 and over.
- Ultra Marathon - open to entrants aged 20 and over.
- Time Challenge - open to entrants aged 17 and over.
Standard entry prices range from £18 to £34. Members receive the lowest entry price, which is £10 lower than full price, guaranteed entry, and a mini-me medal pin at events.
Facilities and finish details
Finishers who complete at least 3 km receive a doughnut themed medal and doughnuts at the finish. Distance pins are available for half-marathon distance or greater and are attached to the medal ribbon. All finishers receive a goody bag; a vegan goody bag option is available. An aid table and drinks table are provided at the start/finish of each lap with drinks and snacks, including vegan options. Toilets are available; there are no separate changing facilities or showers. Parking at the venue is limited; nearby parking may be charged. A bag drop is available but is not a secure area. Final race day instructions are sent by email before the event and race numbers are collected on the day at registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
