Windmill Way Wander 2027

The Windmill Way Wander begins and ends at the Suffolk Running Centre on Church Road, near Bury St Edmunds. This New Year event focuses on time spent running rather than a set distance. Participants can select from 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distances. Two time options are available: a 7-hour run starting at 9:00 am and a 5-hour run starting at 11:00 am. This is an all-road race along the Windmill Way and Golding Hills paths, suitable for runners seeking a flexible distance challenge without trail navigation. The shorter races follow a social out-and-back course. The half marathon consists of one loop, the marathon of two loops, and the ultra includes an additional run to the 5K turnaround. The route crosses Higham, Gazeley, Ashley, Dalham, and Denham, offering sights of Dalham Hall and the Dalham windmill. The course is not flat, featuring rolling hills with approximately 600 feet of elevation gain. Aid stations providing drinks and snacks are positioned roughly every 10K. Race headquarters is located at the start and lap point, offering runners access to water and support.