'Twas The Run Before Christmas - Brandon

'Twas The Run Before Christmas : Brandon

'Twas The Run Before Christmas is a trail running event held at High Lodge, Thetford Forest, IP27 0AF. The event returns for its sixth edition at this location and offers a choice of looped distances on woodland trails. All distances start together and the main area is reserved for the event, providing a compact layout with space for competitors and support.

Available distances

• 5k
• 10k
• 15k
• Half Marathon
• Heavy Half Marathon
• Full Marathon
• Ultra Marathon

The primary lap measures about 5.3–5.4 km, is almost entirely off-road (about 99% trail), and has approximately 12 m of climb per lap (high 58 m / low 46 m). The one-lap format scales to longer distances (for example two laps for 10k). A heavy half is set as five laps by default with options to increase on the day; the standard ultra is nine laps with potential to extend up to 12 laps depending on time available. A six-hour event cut off applies, with a shorter four-hour cut off for the later start.

Practical details include a water and aid station at the lap point, discounted parking at £5 with a QR code, and use of Oak Lodge for registration and post-race tea, coffee and cake. The event is cupless, so participants should bring cups or bottles for refilling. A bespoke finish medal is provided or a lucky dip medal may be chosen when available. Twenty percent of entry fees supports forest upkeep. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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