08.00am – Race Village & baggage trailers open
08.30am – Junior run pen opens
08.40am – Start pens open
09.00am – Final baggage drop off
09.15am – Junior run start
09.40am – Race start
10.00am – Baggage Trailers reopen
11.10am – Race presentations in the Race Village
£25*: Foundation entry
£32: Club entry – UK Athletics affiliated club athletes
£34: General entry – non-affiliated runners
*Entry is £25 if running for the official race charity the Community Sports Foundation. Runners must raise a minimum of £100, with the £25 holding fee included in your fundraising total. Foundation runners will be given a free t-shirt, along with a number of other fantastic perks.
In addition to the entry fee, an Active Network processing fee of £1, plus the equivalent to 6.49% of the total transaction (including any merchandise or additional purchases), applies. Active Network are our event registration providers.
Entrants must be at least 16 years old or over on race day. Entrants that are 16 or 17 years old will need to be entered by a parent or legal guardian.
Our full race rules & terms and conditions can be found here.
The official race charity is the Community Sports Foundation.
If you choose to run for the Foundation, you’ll be able to enter for £25 under the condition you commit to fundraising £100 for them. All Foundation runners will have to pay a £25 holding fee upon signing up (non-refundable). This will be deducted from your fundraising total and noted on race pack collection day. Runners will receive a free special edition Foundation Run Norwich t-shirt, have access to a VIP area in the Race Village on race day, and more! Please click here to find out about running for charity.
Please see our Race Rules for full details on running for the Foundation.
Venue: The Forum, Norwich, NR2 1TF
Date & times: Friday 4th (9am-6pm) and Saturday 5th (9am-4pm) September, 2026
If you opt to collect your Race Number at the Race Expo, you will be automatically entered into our Golden Ticket competition. Ten lucky winners that collect their pack from the Race Expo will receive a Golden Ticket in their race-pack – this entitles the runner to a selection of prizes from sponsors and partners.
If you are picking up the race pack on behalf of a friend, please bring along a signed letter/email authorising you to pick up the pack on their behalf.
If you have concerns about you or a friend/family member being able to pick up your race number, please contact us at [email protected].
Alternatively, when entering online you may choose to have your pack sent to you via post. There will be a small delivery charge of £2.00 (plus the Active Network transaction fee) and you will receive your race pack two weeks before the race.
Please note: you will not be eligible for the Golden Ticket if you choose this option.
Official race Foundation entrants will not be eligible for this option – packs must be collected from the Foundation team at the Expo.
If you need to update your personal information (or alter your estimated finish time), create/join a team, or purchase merchandise/postage, you can do so via your ACTIVE My Events portal. More details here.
Edits can only be made up until Friday, 31st July 2026.
Should you wish to transfer your entry, you may transfer your entry to a friend or family member, using ACTIVE Network’s online portal.
The transfer cut-off date is Friday, 31st July 2026. After this time no transfers will be allowed.
Details on how to do so, can be found here.
Top tip: If you don’t have a friend or family to transfer your place to, try posting on the Run Norwich Community Facebook page.
Note: The original registration fee is not refunded until the new participant accepts and completes the transfer process. The ACTIVE Network 6.49% processing fee is not refunded.
All requests to withdraw an entry must be made prior to the event. No withdrawals will be made retrospectively.
The following procedures must be adopted when requesting a withdrawal:
Medical reasoning:
General withdrawal:
Official charity withdrawals:
Elite entry
Please make sure you have the following items with you on race day:
Should you lose any of these items before race day they can be replaced – please contact us as soon as possible. If you misplace these items on race day itself, please come to the race number desk inside The Forum as soon as you arrive.
Running number
Your running number has a coloured background based on your predicted finish time. This indicates which pen you’ll start the race in (see start/finish map to see location of your starting pen). Pin your number to the front of your t-shirt or running vest using the safety pins provided in your pack.
If you are unable to run, your race number must not be transferred to another runner under any circumstances. Anyone found wearing a number other than their own will be disqualified.
Timing chip
Your timing chip will be affixed to the reverse of your race number.
This chip will automatically record your race time, from the time you cross the start line to the time you pass the finish line.
IMPORTANT:
Please take care not to fold your chip or pierce it with your safety pins when attaching it to your clothing. Please don’t attempt to remove the chip or its foam backing from your race number for any reason as this could damage your chip and affect your finish time.
Baggage drop off
We will have baggage trailers to leave your belongings on race day at the Race Village at Chapelfield Gardens.
The baggage areas will be open from 8am to 9am (reopening at 10am for collection) and will be colour coded in accordance with the colour of your race number. Please see the Start map to see the location of your baggage area. As a reminder, the black pen baggage trailer will be located in Chantry car park, not Chapelfield.
Please affix your baggage label firmly to your bag. Afterwards, you must present your race number to reclaim your bag – no race number, no return.
Please be aware that we will store your belongings entirely at your own risk so please do not leave any valuable items in your bag.
Getting to your starting pens
Once you have dropped your baggage off, head towards your starting pen as indicated by the colour on your race number. The pens start on Millennium Plain and continue across to St Peters Street and Bethel Street. Please note your starting pen before arriving at the race so you go in the correct direction.
All starting pens will open at 8.40am.
Should you wish to run with a friend from a different pen, you may do so by dropping down to their pen. However, you MUST NOT join a colour pen ahead of your own.
Remember that your timing device on your race bib will give you an accurate time regardless of which wave you are in. The results will be arranged by this chip time.
The start
The race will start promptly at 9.40am.
After the black pen has started, each colour pen will be set off in 4-minute waves to manage congestion on the race route. Those in the last colour pen, pink, will therefore start the race at roughly 9:56am.
The route
Run Norwich takes place in the heart of Norwich’s historic city centre.
The route will pass some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including Norwich Castle, The Forum, Norwich Cathedral, Norwich City FC’s Carrow Road and many more.
All race roads will be closed to traffic while the race is in progress.
The course will be clearly marked at every kilometre. Water stations, toilets and first aid areas will be located at various intervals on the route.
First Aid & water stations
There are three First Aid points and water stations on the route:
Please ensure you stay well-hydrated throughout your run. A full medical team and pre-race water will also be present at the Race Village.
Headphones
The use of devices with headphones or earbuds is prohibited while racing – however we allow the use of bone conduction devices, as these allow runners to hear instructions from marshals and be aware of surroundings.
Fancy Dress
At Run Norwich, we love to see your wild and wacky costumes, often connected with the fact that you are raising money for a Charity. If we think your costume may be unsafe for you or others, or if it includes anything that could be considered offensive, we will have to ask you to change it before joining the race. Read more here.
Disability Runners
We’re thrilled to welcome wheelchair participants using rigid manual day chairs and visually impaired runners! To ensure everyone has the best experience, all entrants will need a support runner to accompany them. The support runner will also need to be registered for the race. Spaces are limited, so be sure to reach out to Run Norwich prior to signing up for the race! If you have any other questions about disability entries, get in contact with us here.
Cut off Time
We want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable race, so we’ve set a cut-off time to help things run smoothly. As part of this, we must reopen closed roads after a certain time to minimise disruption for the local community and ensure everyone’s safety. To be eligible for a medal and a spot in the official results, participants will need to:
If it looks like you won’t make the cut-off, our team may ask you to finish the race on the public pavement without marshals, at your own risk.
Spectators
Run Norwich is an ideal course for spectators. View our spectator guide here for all the info you need for race day.
Marshals
Our marshals are in place to ensure the safety of runners and spectators alike, please be patient and follow their instructions.
Crossing the line
The finish line is located on St Peters Street in front of the iconic City Hall.
Once you have finished, we will direct you along St Giles Street where you’ll pass a water station, collect your Run Norwich 2025 medal (if you opted in), a banana, and a well-deserved souvenir bag (more goodies will be available in the Runner Recharge Zone in the Race Village)
This area is reserved for runners only. Our marshals will direct you along St Giles Street to exit this secure area, where you can then meet your family and friends. Please note that we will be encouraging all runners and spectators away from this area to alleviate any congestion. We recommend arranging to meet your friends and family in the Race Village area.
The Race Village
The Race Village is situated in Chapelfield Gardens and will be the hub of post-race activity for the day. There will be entertainment, food vendors and more…
The area is the best place to meet up with friends and family following the race, as well as getting that all important post-run photo! Please see the Race Village tab to find out more.
Results
Searchable results for the race will be uploaded here as soon as they are ready. This will usually be within a few hours of the race.
Photos
The Epic Action Imagery team will be located at various points on the race route to catch you in action while you complete the course, so make sure you smile for the cameras!
These photos will be available here a few days after the race.
We recommend getting into the city with lots of time to spare. If possible, we advise runners to walk or cycle into the city centre. Some roads will be closed from 7am due to the event, and there will be parking restrictions in the city centre area. Click here to view all road closures and parking restrictions.
Park n’ Ride
Airport – First Bus will be running extra, earlier services at 07:00am, 07:30am, 08:00am then normal from 08:30am and every 30 minutes, but with additional journeys operated according to demand. Services will run to and from Duke Street until Chapelfield Road reopens (after 10:15am) – there will be no cross service to Thickthorn Park and Ride until this time. Thereafter service will return to the Bus Station as normal.
Thickthorn – First Bus will be running extra earlier services at 07:00am, 07:30am, 08:00am then normal from 08:30am and every 30 minutes, but with additional journeys operated according to demand.
Postwick Park and Ride – will divert along the A47 Southern Bypass to the Bus Station for the duration of the event – there will be no service for the Rail Station.
Buses
There will be changes to bus times and routes while the race is on. For full information, please visit Travel Norfolk website or the website of the relevant provider:
First Bus | Sanders | Konectbus
Car parking
A number of car parks will be adjusting their opening hours to accommodate the race, including Castle Quarter (6am), Chantry Place (7am) and John Lewis (7am).
John Lewis race day offer:
If you wish to park a vehicle in the city centre on raceday, check out our map here.
Note: The Forum car park is closed, as it is reserved for race volunteers.
Taxis
The taxi rank on Gaol Hill will operate as per usual, while the rank usually located in Tombland will be closed between 8am and 12pm.
Road closures and parking restrictions
Some roads will be closed from 7am due to the event, and there will be parking restrictions in the city centre area from Saturday night.
For maps and more information about road closures and parking restrictions, please click here.
Run Norwich takes place in the heart of Norwich’s historic city centre.
The route passes some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including Norwich Castle, The Forum, Norwich Cathedral, Norwich City FC’s Carrow Road and many more.
All race roads are closed to traffic while the race is in progress.
Click here to see the race route map.
First aid & water stations
There are three First Aid points and water stations on the route:
A full medical team is also based at the Race Village at Chapelfield Gardens post-race.
The Run Norwich Race Village is located in Chapelfield Gardens and will be the hub of activity for the day.
It is the main area to meet up with friends and family following the race, as well as getting that all important post-run photo!
Here’s what’s going on at the Race Village this year:
Food
Vendors for 2026 to be announced.
Massages
Physio and soft tissue therapy will be provided by a team from Recover Physio, our official physiotherapy partners. The rub-downs are free, but donations are always appreciated.
Runner Recharge Zone
To be announced.
Baggage areas
Baggage trailers are all located inside the Race Village. They’ll be open from 8am to 9am (reopening at 10am for collection), and will be colour coded in accordance with your race number. Please note if you are in the black pen, your baggage trailer is located in Chantry Car Park on Theatre Street.
Official merchandise
Subject to stocks, Run Norwich official t-shirts and vests will be available to purchase as a souvenir of the big day from our merchandise stall situated in The Forum. You can also collect your pre-purchased merchandise (at The Forum) on the morning of the race if you missed us at the Expo.
Main prizes will be awarded on the basis of gun time, not chip time – however, official results listings will be ranked by chip time.
1st: £500
2nd: £300
3rd: £100
1st: £500
2nd: £300
3rd: £100
Sub-category prizes will be awarded on the basis of chip time, not gun time.
Ages 16-39
1st: £75
2nd: £50
Ages 40-44
1st: £75
2nd: £50
Ages 45-49
1st: £75
2nd: £50
Ages 50-54
1st: £75
2nd: £50
Ages 55-59
1st: £75
2nd: £50
Ages 60-64
1st: £75
2nd: £50
Ages 65-69
1st: £75
2nd: £50
Ages 70-74
1st: £75
2nd: £50
Ages 75+
1st: £75
2nd: £50
Sub-category winners will receive their prize money following the event.
Run Norwich has been issued with a road race licence by UK Athletics, which can be viewed here.
Our 10-kilometre course has been accurately measured by a Certified Measurer using IAAF procedures approved for use in the UK. Our course number is 20/005 and you can click here to view our certificate of course accuracy.
Run Norwich has been designated as a Gold Grade race by the British Association of Road Races (BARR). Please click here to view our Gold Grade certificate.
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