
'Twas The Run Before Christmas
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The 'Twas The Run Before Christmas event will take place at High Lodge in Bury St Edmunds in 2026. The event features a Christmas-themed run and will be held for the 6th time. Registration prices range from £29.00 to £38.00.
Christmas is a Coming - join us for our 2nd Christmas run of the season
TWAS THE RUN BEFORE CHRISTMAS - BACK For the 6th Time but this time at High Lodge, Thetford Forest, Brandon IP27 0AF
At our Twas the Run Before Christmas event, you will join like-minded runners doing different distances. Options include 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon, Heavy Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon.
There is a six-hour event cut off, (if you start at 9am, and 4hour event cut off if you start at 11am) .
The route encompasses a 5.3km loop within the grounds of Thetford Forest. (ROUTE TBC)
You may be completing your first official 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or even ultra-Marathon, or it may be your 100th or 1000th, the location is pretty self-contained, making this an intimate event with us having exclusive use of the main area and have plenty of open space.
A heavy half marathon as standard will be 5 laps (but there is the option to change this on the day to 6 or 7). An ultra marathon as standard will be 9 laps (but there is the option to increase this, according to time available e.g. upto 12 laps)
There will be a water, aid station located at the lap point so no stress of having to carry lots of food, water or equipment.
Parking on the day will be discounted to £5 for participants with a QR code
We will be based adjacent to Oak Lodge and will be utilising Oak Lodge for registration and for the provision of your complimentary teas, coffee and cake on completion.
There will be a Bespoke medal for the event, which you will receive at the end of the race. Or if you choose the lucky dip option (if an available option), you will choose from a selection of previous medals.
The course will be mainly pathway with a small section of trails and woodland (final route TBC). Our suggestion is to wear road trainers but depending on the weather before the event you may want to bring trails if you have them but not essential.
Whilst not compulsory, festive dress up is welcome to create a bit of Christmas Cheer!
PLEASE NOTE THE EVENT IS CUPLESS - SO please bring cups and bottles for refreshment refilling
20% of your entry fee goes towards the upkeep of the forest and the caring of the woodlands.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of High Lodge.
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'Twas The Run Before Christmas takes place on Sunday, 13 December 2026 at 09:00.
'Twas The Run Before Christmas is held at High Lodge in Bury St Edmunds (High Lodge, Thetford Forest, IP27 0AF).
Tickets for 'Twas The Run Before Christmas range from £29 to £38. Live prices and availability are shown on zigzagrunning.eventrac.co.uk.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of High Lodge can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for 'Twas The Run Before Christmas 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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The 'Twas The Run Before Christmas event will take place at High Lodge in Bury St Edmunds in 2026. The event features a Christmas-themed run and will be held for the 6th time. Registration prices range from £29.00 to £38.00.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Christmas is a Coming - join us for our 2nd Christmas run of the season
TWAS THE RUN BEFORE CHRISTMAS - BACK For the 6th Time but this time at High Lodge, Thetford Forest, Brandon IP27 0AF
At our Twas the Run Before Christmas event, you will join like-minded runners doing different distances. Options include 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon, Heavy Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon.
There is a six-hour event cut off, (if you start at 9am, and 4hour event cut off if you start at 11am) .
The route encompasses a 5.3km loop within the grounds of Thetford Forest. (ROUTE TBC)
You may be completing your first official 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or even ultra-Marathon, or it may be your 100th or 1000th, the location is pretty self-contained, making this an intimate event with us having exclusive use of the main area and have plenty of open space.
A heavy half marathon as standard will be 5 laps (but there is the option to change this on the day to 6 or 7). An ultra marathon as standard will be 9 laps (but there is the option to increase this, according to time available e.g. upto 12 laps)
There will be a water, aid station located at the lap point so no stress of having to carry lots of food, water or equipment.
Parking on the day will be discounted to £5 for participants with a QR code
We will be based adjacent to Oak Lodge and will be utilising Oak Lodge for registration and for the provision of your complimentary teas, coffee and cake on completion.
There will be a Bespoke medal for the event, which you will receive at the end of the race. Or if you choose the lucky dip option (if an available option), you will choose from a selection of previous medals.
The course will be mainly pathway with a small section of trails and woodland (final route TBC). Our suggestion is to wear road trainers but depending on the weather before the event you may want to bring trails if you have them but not essential.
Whilst not compulsory, festive dress up is welcome to create a bit of Christmas Cheer!
PLEASE NOTE THE EVENT IS CUPLESS - SO please bring cups and bottles for refreshment refilling
20% of your entry fee goes towards the upkeep of the forest and the caring of the woodlands.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of High Lodge. Searching near High Lodge, Thetford Forest, IP27 0AF; check-in Sunday, 13 December 2026.
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WhereHigh Lodge
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is 'Twas The Run Before Christmas?
'Twas The Run Before Christmas takes place on Sunday, 13 December 2026 at 09:00.
Where is 'Twas The Run Before Christmas taking place?
'Twas The Run Before Christmas is held at High Lodge in Bury St Edmunds (High Lodge, Thetford Forest, IP27 0AF).
How much are tickets for 'Twas The Run Before Christmas?
Tickets for 'Twas The Run Before Christmas range from £29 to £38. Live prices and availability are shown on zigzagrunning.eventrac.co.uk.
Is there anywhere to stay near 'Twas The Run Before Christmas?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of High Lodge can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for 'Twas The Run Before Christmas?
Tickets for 'Twas The Run Before Christmas 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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