Great Eastern Run 2026 for Light Project Peterborough

Sun 11 Oct · 09:30

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Mark your calendars, Peterborough! The much-anticipated Great Eastern Run is making its triumphant return to the city on Sunday 11 October 2026. This popular sporting event offers a fantastic opportunity for runners of all abilities to get involved and contribute to a worthy cause. Participants can select their challenge, choosing between a lively 5K Fun Run, perfect for families and casual joggers, or the more demanding Half Marathon for seasoned athletes. Both races will commence simultaneously at 8:30am, setting off from the scenic Embankment. This year’s event is proudly supporting Light Project Peterborough, a local charity dedicated to providing essential services and support to those in need within the community. Runners can actively participate in raising vital funds and increasing awareness for their invaluable work. Comprehensive information regarding how to sign up and all other event specifics is readily available on the official Great Eastern Run website. Get ready to lace up your trainers and make a difference!

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Great Eastern Run 2026 for Light Project Peterborough takes place on Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 09:30.

Great Eastern Run 2026 for Light Project Peterborough is held at The Embankment in Peterborough (The Embankment, Peterborough, PE1 1EF).

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Great Eastern Run 2026 for Light Project Peterborough

📅 Sunday, 11 October 2026🕖 09:30📍 The Embankment

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Mark your calendars, Peterborough!

The much-anticipated Great Eastern Run is making its triumphant return to the city on Sunday 11 October 2026.

This popular sporting event offers a fantastic opportunity for runners of all abilities to get involved and contribute to a worthy cause.

Participants can select their challenge, choosing between a lively 5K Fun Run, perfect for families and casual joggers, or the more demanding Half Marathon for seasoned athletes.

Both races will commence simultaneously at 8:30am, setting off from the scenic Embankment.

This year’s event is proudly supporting Light Project Peterborough, a local charity dedicated to providing essential services and support to those in need within the community.

Runners can actively participate in raising vital funds and increasing awareness for their invaluable work.

Comprehensive information regarding how to sign up and all other event specifics is readily available on the official Great Eastern Run website.

Get ready to lace up your trainers and make a difference!

This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.