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BEDFORD 5K

4TH SEPTEMBER 2026

We know that entering a race for the first time can be a daunting prospect especially if it’s your first one, that’s why we do everything we can to make this race accessible to all. The course is flat and there are no cut off times.
Think of Parkrun but with a medal and a goody bag waiting for you at the finish!

 
 

DATE: Saturday 4th September 2026

START TIME: 3:00pm

AGE LIMIT: 11 years old on the day of the race

 

RACE NUMBERS: Can be collected from registration from 7:30am Saturday

 
 
 
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5k MAPs

Click on the map above to enlarge

 
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double finisher!

New for 2027…

Take part in two distances and you will take home a medal for each plus a special double finisher medal!

TRIFECTA & TRIFECTA PLUS!

Up for the ultimate challenge?

Take on the Trifecta!

Complete the 5K, Twilight 10K & Half Marathon in one day to earn the Bedford Running Festival Trifecta:

  • Morning: Half Marathon (9:30am)

  • Afternoon: 5K (3:00pm)

  • Evening: Twilight 10K (5:30pm)

Take on the Trifecta Plus!

Complete the 5K, Twilight 10K & 20 Mile in one day to earn the Bedford Running Festival Trifecta Plus:

  • Morning: 20 Mile (9:30am)

  • Afternoon: 5K (3:00pm)

  • Evening: Twilight 10K (5:30pm)

Every Trifecta & Trifecta Plus finisher will receive a unique Trifecta medal, presented live on the main stage at 8pm. Finish strong, then take your moment in the spotlight in front of the festival crowd. Do you have what it takes?

*excluding mini miles (Fun Run)

 
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REASONS TO RUN:

 
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AWESOME FINISHER BLING

CHIP TIMED

FREE FINISHER DRINK

LIVE RESULTS SERVICE

ACCESS TO POST-RACE FESTIVAL

KIDS ZONE

KIDS ZONE

FLAT, FAST, TRAFFIC FREE COURSE

TOWN CENTRE LOCATION

FREE YOGA & WELLNESS

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NO CUT OFF TIME

GREAT GOODY BAG

CHARITY FUNDRAISING

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