ZigZag - Birthday Run
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ZigZag - The Birthday Run
The Birthday Run is a trail event organised by Zig Zag Running at Billingford Lakes, North Elmham Road, NR20 4RG on 17 May 2026. The event marks the organiser's sixth anniversary and the description notes there will be cake available.
The course uses mixed surfaces, including tarmac paths, grassland and rough trail sections. An aid station is located at base camp for refilling and light supplies. The event is cupless; participants are asked to bring their own cups or bottles for refilling at the aid station.
Parking is included in the race entry. All finishers receive a bespoke event medal; a Lucky Dip medal option is offered for some distances. Coffee and cake are provided at the finish.
Distances offered include:
- 5 km
- 10 km
- 15 km
- Half marathon
- Heavy half marathon (standard 5 laps; option to change to 6 or 7)
- Full marathon
- Ultra marathon (standard 9 laps; option to increase, up to 12 laps)
The description specifies that lap counts can be adjusted on the day for some events and that the ultra can be extended according to available time. The tone is informational, listing what participants can expect at the location and on the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
