Brantham Friday Five 2026

The Brantham Friday Five is a five-mile race held on a Friday evening in summer, starting from Brantham Leisure Centre near Manningtree in Essex. It is part of the Suffolk Grand Prix calendar, attracting runners competing in that local series and others seeking a shorter summer road race. A Fun Run is also available, offering a family-friendly option alongside the main five-mile event. The race is based at Brantham Leisure Centre, with the postcode CO11 1RZ for the start. Participants can enter the main five-mile race, the Fun Run, or raise money for charity via GoFundMe. Previous results are published, allowing regular participants to compare performances across different years.