Saturn Running - Northampton
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The Flying Fox - Northampton
The event takes place on 21 March 2026 and is organised by Saturn Too in conjunction with Circuit Running Events. It is a 7 hour Time Challenge held at Northampton Active, Bedford Rd, with a course around the Northampton Washlands on well maintained paths and trail. A full lap is 5.25 miles (8.5 km) and the course may be changed after a health and safety review.
Distances and race format
- 3 km (minimum for juniors)
- 5 km (minimum for adults)
- 10 km
- Half Marathon (2.5 laps)
- Marathon (5 laps)
- 50 km (just under 6 laps)
- Ultra Marathon
- Time Challenge (run as many laps as desired within 7 hours)
Runners can complete as many or as few laps as they wish, subject to UK Athletics age restrictions. There will be 3 km and 5 km turn points within the lap to support age-compliant distances.
Practical information
Finishers who complete at least 3 km receive a fox-themed medal. Distance pins are awarded for half-marathon and longer distances and are attached to the medal ribbon. All finishers receive a goody bag; a vegan goody bag option is available. An aid and drinks table is provided at the start/finish of each lap with drinks and snacks, including vegan options.
Facilities include toilets but no separate changing rooms or showers. Parking at the venue is limited; nearby parking may be charged. A bag drop is available but is not secure. Members receive the lowest entry price, a guaranteed entry, and a mini-me medal pin; standard entry prices range from £18 to £34. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
