As the vast wetlands of the Fens rise into the rolling countryside of Norfolk, it is easy to appreciate this region's often-understated beauty. Discover clubs, events and adventures in the East of England right here.
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It's December, so what better way to start the month than with a Christmas event? Follow the Windmill Way route on a distance of your choice - 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon or Ultra within 7 hours.
The most scenic running event in Cambridgeshire! You are invited to the beautiful Grafham Water to tackle a scenic 10-mile trail run that circumnavigates the reservoir.
Run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Brandon Country Park in the very heart of Thetford Forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, head out for more and enjoy some festive fun!
Starting and finishing on the fantastic Ridlins Stadium athletics track, the route winds its way around the superb traffic-free tarmac routes that cover the town of Stevenage.
Back to Ferry Meadows Country Park for a festive 4 or 6-hour running challenge! Run as much as you want through the forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for some more.
Kick off your festive celebrations with this cracking race... The Southend Rudolf Run is filled with seasonal delights and racing fun designed to delight with every step!
Finish the year with a brand new PB and celebrate the arrival of the new year with a glass of fizz and a healthy twist at this New Year's Eve running extravaganza!
Run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Brandon Country Park in the very heart of Thetford Forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
It's New Year! So what better way to start the year than with an event? Follow the Windmill Way route on a distance of your choice - 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon or Ultra within 7 hours.
This flat, fast, traffic-free and chip timed event is a sure-fire guaranteed way to give you the best chance of a PB over the 5 or 10 mile distance.
This popular event has a strong history within the running community and has been taking place for over 40 years! Join a day of running, community spirit and exciting experiences.
Run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through the lovely Hinchingbrooke Country Park on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
Back to Ferry Meadows Country Park for another 4 or 6-hour running challenge! Run as much as you want through the forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for some more.
Run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Brandon Country Park in the very heart of Thetford Forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
10th anniversary! Welcome to the Love Welwyn Garden City 10K — historically held around Valentine's Day this is the event that encourages you to fall in love with running.
This chip timed event is a sure-fire guarantee to give you the best chance of a PB in the Half Marathon or 10K.
In 2023 we had St George's, in 2024 we had St Patrick's so why not come along to St David's Day Challenge with a one-off medal that you will want to add to your collection?
Combines the thrill of running and the picturesque charm of Great Yarmouth over a fast-paced course through the town's rich history and vibrant landscapes.
One of the UK's favourite half marathons will once again take runners past a number of historic landmarks, into beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside and into the grounds of two iconic Colleges.
This disused airfield has a fast, flat, tarmac course with no sharp corners, and the surrounding tree cover makes for relatively still conditions on most days - but your PB or run stress-free.
An exciting stadium base and a route which takes you past iconic landmarks of the UK's oldest town with thousands of people cheering you on as you run through the centre!
The Essex 20 is held annually and is an ideal 20-mile race for the build-up to Marathon season, set over a 5-lap, flat, fast, tarmac course. Also hosting the Essex County Road Running Championships.
Marathon, Half and 10K! Join like-minded runners doing different distances, starting from the base camp of Hyde Hall Farm and encompassing the beautiful grounds around it.
Smash your personal best on a traffic-free, flat and fast course from the White Water Centre and into surrounding beautiful regional parkland with a custom-designed medal for finishers.
Run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Brandon Country Park in the very heart of Thetford Forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
Join Zig Zag Running at the beautiful Haughley Park for the Haughley Festival of Running and join like-minded runners tackling a variety of distances on the day within the 4 or 6-hour time limit.
Run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Brandon Country Park in the very heart of Thetford Forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
A flat, fast and chip timed event - it's a sure-fire guarantee to give you the best chance of a PB in the 10K.
On the same day as the London Marathon, why not come along to The "Other" Run? Use this event to earn your Virtual London Marathon medal and a Zig Zag medal too.
Stunning riverside venue! Swim in the beautiful River Ouse, cycle through scenic villages and run around Riverside Park in a triathlon or aquabike event of your choice.
If you’re after a fun fitness challenge in the picturesque setting of King's Lynn, a historic Norfolk market town, then this one’s for you with a fantastic medal and goody bag at the finish line.
Get the family together and get active with this exciting challenge - part of the Recipharm GEAR 10K in King's Lynn.
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Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike - where you'll explore beautiful beaches and picturesque fishing villages to support people living with cancer.
The marathon takes on the officially measured Kirtling Road route and the half marathon follows the Windmill route - both are mildly undulating and very scenic.
A choice of multi-sports events including triathlon, relay triathlon and aquabike at a stunning watersports venue with immaculate water quality, scenic routes, a custom designed medal and much more.
Zig Zag Running is 5 years old this month so why not come along and celebrate?! You are promised lots of cake!
Can you survive Farmmageddon? You have 32 hours to complete 100 miles over a fantastic 5.3K loop through the lovely grounds of Hyde Hall Farm. 24-hour or shorter distance options too.
One of the country’s most popular middle distance swim-bike-run events, delivered by triathletes for triathletes, at the beautiful and iconic Grafham Water.
A community-focused event, ATW St Albans Half Marathon aims to raise money for local charities and organisations as well as put on a great day out for all the family, delivered by runners for runners.
Located at the Stewartby Sailing Club this venue is perfect for triathlon and aquabike and was host to a sold-out GB team qualifier event in 2023, with probably the fastest bike leg in the country!
Join like-minded runners doing different distances, starting from the base camp of Hyde Hall Farm and encompassing the beautiful grounds around it.
Complete your own Odyssey on a journey of self-discovery in the Cambridgeshire countryside featuring a swim in the River Ouse, a scenic ride and a run around the beautiful town of St Neots.
Complete your own Odyssey on a journey of self-discovery in the Cambridgeshire countryside comprising a swim in the meandering River Ouse followed by a cycle around scenic countryside.
The ATW Odyssey 12hr Run is more than just a running event, its a journey of self-discovery through the beautiful multi-terrain footpaths around St Neots.
Stunning riverside venue! Swim in the beautiful River Ouse, cycle through scenic villages and run around Riverside Park in a triathlon or aquabike event of your choice.
Back to Ferry Meadows Country Park for another 4 or 6-hour running challenge! Run as much as you want through the forest on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for some more.
ATW brings you the St Albans Summer 10K with a twist! Flat, fast and chip-timed with pacers to help you achieve a PB, plus buzzing event village for all the family with music, play zone and ice cream.
10 running events in 10 days in the beautiful Suffolk countryside! Run 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon or an Ultra every day for 10 days in this unique endurance challenge!
A major event in the East Anglian running calendar, attracting a large field of runners of all abilities to the winter residence of The Royal Family, to run a 24-hour race around the estate.
Stunning riverside venue! Swim in the beautiful River Ouse, cycle through scenic villages and run around Riverside Park in a triathlon or aquabike event of your choice.
ATW is the largest triathlon organiser in the UK and is bringing you the Oundle Childrens Triathlon! Ideal for all levels including very first attempts at triathlon.
ATW is the largest triathlon organiser in the UK and is bringing you the Oundle Triathlon! It doesn’t matter if you are an experienced triathlete or this is your very first attempt at swim-bike-run.
Your race, your pace, your distance! Choose your ideal distance then explore the Clover Half route or Goldling Hills on a multi-terrain loop with aid station each loop and bespoke medal too.
Close your cycling season on a stunning ride through the Essex countryside, quiet villages and farmland where the undulations will have you in and out of the saddle.
More than just a running race! Join thousands at Bedfordshire’s most popular weekend of running with festival magic, live music, bar, yoga, kids zone, street food, outdoor cinema and fun fair!
Your race, your pace, your distance! Utilising the Gallops route at the amazing Suffolk Running Centre which takes you through to Newmarket so you may get to see the race horses in training!
The Big East and Maldon Triathlon is brought to you by the largest triathlon organiser in the UK! A great experience featuring a tidal river swim.
Starting and finishing at Portman Road Stadium, home to Ipswich Town FC, runners will cross the finish line to a roaring crowd of admirers!
The popular Welwyn Half Marathon starts and finishes on the impressive 400m athletics track at Gosling Sports Park with an ideal, traffic-free, disused railway line in between.