2019 Easter Sunday 5km Run & 1km Fun Run
Our 5K and 1K runs are another part of our Easter Sunday Funday festivities.
Runners/walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome to come out and join us.
These lap races are on circuits through the town centre. Everyone will be receiving a medal, and all children will receive an Easter goodie bag. We will be taking entries on the day of until the race is full. You can enter online until the pre entry limit is reached. There will be some places available on the day for both the 5K and the 1K fun run.
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• 5K runners register at the Fakenham Community Centre, Oak St. NR21 9DY. Go to the registration desk to collect your number and timing chip.
• 1K Fun runners sign up by 11.15. Registration opens at 9.30 in the market place.
• The 5K race sign in desk opens at 8.45 and closes at 10.10.am. There will be a briefing for all 5K runners at 10.20pm at the start line.
• Entry on the day for the 5K will be at the Community Centre. Entry for the Fun Run will be in the market place. There is a maximum limit on the number of runners in each race so we may have to close on-the-day entry.
5K Entry Fees
Adult Affiliated £8.00
Adult Unaffiliated £10.00
Adult On Day Affiliated £10.00
Adult On Day Unaffiliated £12.00
1K Entry Fees
Adult Fun Run £2.00
Adult Fun Run on day £3.00
Child Fun Run £2.00
Child Fun Run on day £3.00Entry Fees
Please note that parents must be responsible for children.
When you enter, you’ll get:
• Safe closed roads
• Computerised Chip timing to give you your own personal time (5K only)
• Personal liability insurance
• Medal
• Stewarding and first aid cover
• Water
• Being part of the event
• Children entering the 1K Fun Run will also receive a branded Active Fakenham drawstring bag with an Easter egg, medal and more
Rules, Terms & Conditions
I agree to be photographed/videoed during the event.
Active Fakenham will only use these images for promotional purposes such as promoting Active Fakenham activities on our website, social media, display boards, and local media, and in applications or reports to funding bodies. We will not include any of your personal details when using these images without your specific permission. We will store all images in line with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. These images will not be used for any purpose that may be viewed as negative in tone or that may cause offence, embarrassment or distress. You will be able to view the images and change these permissions within a reasonable period by e-mailing.
Timing: Each runner for the 5k will be fitted with a timing chip by Total Race Timing and individual times will be loaded to our website, their website and https://www.runbritain.com/.
Minimum age for 5K Run is 11 years old.
The races are run under UKA Rules and by signing up you are agreeing to race under these conditions.
Registration is at the Fakenham Community Centre Oak St, Fakenham NR21 9SR
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These websites provide information about parking in Fakenham.
Please note that there will be limited or no access to some car parks as some roads will be closed.
Please note that there will be limited or no access to some car parks as some roads will be closed.
Staying overnight?
Why not make a weekend of it?
Information about places to stay in Fakenham can be gathered by contacting the Fakenham Info Hub.
You can also contact tourist information at:
Information about places to stay in Fakenham can be gathered by contacting the Fakenham Info Hub.
You can also contact tourist information at:
15-16 Market Place, Fakenham, Norfolk NR21 9BG
Tel: 01328 855172
Contact: Lisa Mallett
Email lisa@fakenham.info
Insurance: The event has £10 million liability insurance. This does not cover damage to your personal property; you are advised to have your own insurance for this and to keep it safe.
What happens if I get an injury? We have taken every step to ensure that the ride is as safe as possible. You are responsible for your personal safety on the public road. We will have MED-PTS
at the community centre.
Parking is available nearby, some of which is free. Highfield Road car park now has a height restriction on entry.
Changing and storage facilities: There are limited changing and storage facilities in the community centre. Bags and other belongings can be left at your own risk in the hall, but we cannot take responsibility for them.
Please be polite to the marshals and other helpers who are volunteering and giving up their time to make this event a success.
Active Fakenham is excited to bring outside exercise to Fakenham Town centre in the newly renovated Community Centre Garden. Low cost and suitable for beginners and improvers these classes will run through the summer All classes will take place in the Courtyard Garden FAKENHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE OAK STREET, FAKENHAM NR21 9DY https://www.fakenhamcommunitycentre.org.uk/ Enquiries should be made to the course leader not the Community Centre or Active Fakenham Fay Platten, will be offering, Fitness Pilates for Beginners Fay says Practicing under the open sky in the fresh air and sunshine can elevate your mood and energise your body. Enjoy the outdoor setting as you work on your core strength, flexibility, posture and well-being. Maria Fenn will be offering The Outdoor Well-being Workout Maria says Research shows that exercising outdoors can lower stress, improve mood, enhance focus, and even boost immune function. With that in mind, this class will be a mix of movement, strength, and relaxation, all designed to leave people feeling energised and refreshed. Book direct with Fay or Maria, or find out more directly from Fay or Maria
Premier and competition launch 25 March 4.30pm to 5.30pm Central Cinema Fakenham tickets £5 Limited number of VIP tickets also available - contact richard@activefakenham.org.uk
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Ride North Norfolk Sunday 24 August 2025 Photos of the the 2024 ride are here No price rises again this year ✿ ☀ ♫
