
The Lucky Horseshoe
Sat 11 Sept · 09:00
Suffolk Running Centre
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The Lucky Horseshoe is a forthcoming race event taking place at Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds on 11 September 2027. Participants can choose from various distances including 5k, 10k, Half, Full, or Ultra marathons, with a mass start at 09:00. The route features a mix of road and trail, offering a sociable out-and-back experience for runners.
The Lucky Horseshoe
Come and join us at our exclusive venue at Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
It's a seven-hour cut off with a mass start at 9am for all distances.
Your race, your pace, your distance!
This race offers you a number of distance choices - 5k, 10k, Half, Full or Ultra
Route description:
21.1 km (13.1 mi) · out-and-back from the campsite · 60% road / 40% trail · 126 m of climb · high 108 m / low 41 m.
Its a sociable out and back route meaning;
Those doing a half will head out to the half turnpoint and trace their steps back to Suffolk Running Centre
Those doing a full marathon will go out and back twice
Those doing an ultra marathon will go out and back twice, plus add either the 5k turnpoint or 10k turnpoint option.
Those opting for a 5k or 10k will head to the relevant 5k/10k turnpoint markers and then head back to base.
A GPX file can be downloaded from the "course" tab.
This route is an out and back, making it a very social route.
There will be an aid station of drinks and nibbles every 10k.
Parking is also included in your entry price.
The Race HQ/Base Camp is located at the start and Lap point and at the base camp we will have our water/aid station.
We have designed a Bespoke medal for the event, which you will receive at the end of the race. Or if you choose the lucky dip finisher option (if available), you will choose from a selection of previous or finisher medal.
No dogs or buggies are allowed on this route due to the roads being open for traffic.
No headphones are permitted except bone conductors due to the open roads.
If you wish to enter this event virtually, you should head over to the Zig Zag Running website and shop section. Shop | Zig Zag Running
Please note the event has gone cupless - so please bring your own bottles or cups for refilling.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Suffolk Running Centre.
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Frequently asked questions
The Lucky Horseshoe takes place on Saturday, 11 September 2027 at 09:00.
The Lucky Horseshoe is held at Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds (Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX).
Tickets for The Lucky Horseshoe range from £31 to £38. Live prices and availability are shown on zigzagrunning.eventrac.co.uk.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Suffolk Running Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for The Lucky Horseshoe can be booked via zigzagrunning.eventrac.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
The Lucky Horseshoe is a forthcoming race event taking place at Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds on 11 September 2027. Participants can choose from various distances including 5k, 10k, Half, Full, or Ultra marathons, with a mass start at 09:00. The route features a mix of road and trail, offering a sociable out-and-back experience for runners.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
The Lucky Horseshoe
Come and join us at our exclusive venue at Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
It's a seven-hour cut off with a mass start at 9am for all distances.
Your race, your pace, your distance!
This race offers you a number of distance choices - 5k, 10k, Half, Full or Ultra
Route description:
21.1 km (13.1 mi) · out-and-back from the campsite · 60% road / 40% trail · 126 m of climb · high 108 m / low 41 m.
Its a sociable out and back route meaning;
Those doing a half will head out to the half turnpoint and trace their steps back to Suffolk Running Centre
Those doing a full marathon will go out and back twice
Those doing an ultra marathon will go out and back twice, plus add either the 5k turnpoint or 10k turnpoint option.
Those opting for a 5k or 10k will head to the relevant 5k/10k turnpoint markers and then head back to base.
A GPX file can be downloaded from the "course" tab.
This route is an out and back, making it a very social route.
There will be an aid station of drinks and nibbles every 10k.
Parking is also included in your entry price.
The Race HQ/Base Camp is located at the start and Lap point and at the base camp we will have our water/aid station.
We have designed a Bespoke medal for the event, which you will receive at the end of the race. Or if you choose the lucky dip finisher option (if available), you will choose from a selection of previous or finisher medal.
No dogs or buggies are allowed on this route due to the roads being open for traffic.
No headphones are permitted except bone conductors due to the open roads.
If you wish to enter this event virtually, you should head over to the Zig Zag Running website and shop section. Shop | Zig Zag Running
Please note the event has gone cupless - so please bring your own bottles or cups for refilling.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Suffolk Running Centre. Searching near Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX; check-in Saturday, 11 September 2027.
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WhereSuffolk Running Centre
Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX
Barrow, Bury St Edmunds
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is The Lucky Horseshoe?
The Lucky Horseshoe takes place on Saturday, 11 September 2027 at 09:00.
Where is The Lucky Horseshoe taking place?
The Lucky Horseshoe is held at Suffolk Running Centre in Bury St Edmunds (Suffolk Running Centre, Church Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5AX).
How much are tickets for The Lucky Horseshoe?
Tickets for The Lucky Horseshoe range from £31 to £38. Live prices and availability are shown on zigzagrunning.eventrac.co.uk.
Is there anywhere to stay near The Lucky Horseshoe?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Suffolk Running Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for The Lucky Horseshoe?
Tickets for The Lucky Horseshoe can be booked via zigzagrunning.eventrac.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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