Abington Festival of Running

29/09/2026

It all starts somewhere. ♥️

Running isn’t everyone’s cup of tea — and that’s absolutely fine. But sport, in all its forms, has a wonderful way of bringing people together. Shared experiences, encouragement, friendship, a bit of nervousness, a bit of excitement… and the feeling of being part of something.

Sometimes, all it takes is a little encouragement.
A little support.
A little perseverance.
A little determination.

And sometimes, when the challenge ahead feels bigger than you imagined, simply showing up is the first achievement.

For our younger runners, a 2km might be their first real challenge. It might be the first time they’ve run alongside their friends, the first medal they’ve earned, or simply the first time they’ve discovered that running can actually be fun.

And that matters.

One of the best things about events like the Abington Festival of Running is that it doesn’t have to be about being the fastest.

It can be about having a go.
Doing it with your friends.
Cheering someone else on.
Trying something that feels a little bit scary.
And discovering what you can do.

If you’ve been thinking about signing up, there’s still time.

Come and be part of it.
Come and have a go.
Come and make a memory.

It all starts somewhere.

👉 Head over to our website to secure your spot and find all the event details: https://www.abingtonrunfest.co.uk/

28/09/2026

The math is simple: the shorter the distance, the faster the spots are running out! 🏃‍♂️💨

Here is exactly what is left on the grid:
👟 2k Fun Run ➡️ Only 18 spots left!
👟 5k Run ➡️ Only 28 spots left!
👟 10k Run ➡️ Only 87 spots left!

ONLY 133 PLACES LEFT — GET YOURS BEFORE THEY'RE GONE!

23/09/2026

Thinking about tackling the Cambridge Half Marathon next March? 🏃‍♂️💨

The secret to successful half marathon training isn’t waiting until the freezing cold of January to start running — it’s building your running base now.

That’s why the Abington Festival of Running on Sunday, 4th October is the perfect launchpad for your Cambridge journey. 🎯

Get a 5K or 10K under your belt this autumn, give yourself a goal to work towards, and start building the fitness and confidence you’ll need before the longer winter training begins.

Lock in your motivation early. Sign up for Abington, smash your autumn goal, and give yourself a head start on your Cambridge Half journey next spring! 🏅

👉 Sign up here: https://www.abingtonrunfest.co.uk/

20/09/2026

🎃 What do you call an athletic pumpkin?

A jock-o-lantern! 😂

Some people aren't just competitive when it comes to the running… apparently, the fancy dress is competitive too. 👀🎃

Sadly, there’s no trophy for this one… but that hasn’t stopped everyone from bringing their A-game! 😂

Whether you're tackling the 2K Fun Run, 5K or 10K, there's a distance for every kind of runner — whether you're chasing a PB, running for fun, or just here to show off your questionable costume choices. 😜

October is the perfect time to get dressed up, get running and see just how competitive things can get…

Run your race. Have some fun. Make it memorable. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

17/09/2026

TOWN & GOWN SOLD OUT? DON'T PANIC. 😅

We know, we know — Town and Gown is sold out and tickets can't be transferred. Gutted for you. Truly.

But here's the thing: we might not be the Town and Gown... but we're a village, and we'll happily take the spillage! 🎉

Good news — we've still got spots open in the 10K, 5K and 2K.

Which runner are you? 👇

THE 2K RUNNER: "I'm just here for the fun (and the post-run coffee and cake)." ☕🍰
THE 5K RUNNER: "Proudly doing 5K, because doubling it sounds like a terrible lifestyle choice."
THE 10K RUNNER: "I'm here for a PB (and to justify eating twice as much cake later)." 🏃‍♂️
THE PARENT: "I'm here because the kids entered and apparently my presence is legally required." 🙃
THE NON-RUNNER: "I'm just here for the atmosphere. And by atmosphere, I mean being the official bag holder, snack eater, and moral support."

ALL OF THEM: "See you on 4 October!" 😂

Drop a 🏃 below and tell us which one you are — then grab your spot:

Now in its 21st year, the Abington Festival of Running has become one of Cambridgeshire's most-loved community road races — bringing together runners of all abilities on a flat, fast course through the stunning surroundings of Granta Park, Great Abington.

16/09/2026

Powered by You.

Today is National Fitness Day — and it’s a good reminder that being active isn’t just about how fit you are.

It’s about choice.

Choosing to show up when you don’t feel like it.
Choosing how hard you want to push yourself.
Choosing how much effort you want to put into your training.
Choosing whether you run, walk or do a bit of both.
Choosing the distance that feels like a challenge for you.

There isn’t one way to be active, and there isn’t one definition of a challenge.

For some, it might be a first 5k.
For others, it might be chasing a personal best.
For someone else, it might simply be getting out there and completing the course.

You get to decide.

That’s what we love about the Abington Festival of Running.

We provide the event. You choose the challenge.

So this National Fitness Day, think about what you want to challenge yourself to — and make it Powered by You.

14/09/2026

🏃‍♂️ How do you fit running around work, family and everything else life throws at you?

With the Abington Festival of Running coming up on 4 October, we caught up with Isaac Martin-Leon and Renzo Ortega from Nuffield Health at Granta Park to talk about exactly that.

Their message was refreshingly simple:

💡 Train for life, not just the finish line.
💡 Don't compare your running journey to anyone else's.
💡 Sometimes 30 minutes is enough. Consistency matters.

Whether you're chasing a 10K PB, taking on your first 5K or joining the kids for the 2K Fun Run, there's a place for everyone at the start line.

📆 Sunday 4 October 2026
📍 Granta Park, Cambridgeshire
🏃 10K | 5K | 2K Fun Run

👉 Read the full conversation and get more of Isaac and Renzo's advice on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7505334887529291780

💬 How do you fit running around work and family life? Tell us below! 👇

Training for a race sounds simple enough… until you add meetings, deadlines, school runs, family commitments and everything else that comes with everyday life. With the Abington Festival of Running coming up on 4 October, we asked two people who know a thing or two about fitness — and about f**t...

10/09/2026

Three races. One morning. Something for everyone. 🙌
Whether you’re looking for your first ever 2K, getting back into running with a 5K, or chasing a new 10K PB — there’s a race for you at the Abington Festival of Running on Sunday 4 October! 🏃‍♂️💨

What makes this morning even more special? 100% of the money raised goes straight to Great Abington Primary School! ❤️

🙏 Shout out to our amazing 2026 sponsors making this possible:
Optimus, Biomed Realty, Twi LTD Cheffins, Tees, TFT, Carmelcrest Construction and Abington Stores and Post Office

Here's what we have lined up for you...
🏃 2K Family Fun Run: Perfect for the little ones and buggies.
🏃‍♀️ 5K Road Race: Flat, fast, and chip-timed.
🏃 10K Road Race: The ultimate challenge to hit a new PB!

✅ Free parking | ⏱️ Chip timing | 🏅 Finishers’ medals | 🍰 Legendary PTFA Cake Sale!

Maybe you’ve just found your plans for October 4th. 😉👇
🎟️ SECURE YOUR TICKET: Be sure to register on the Abington Festival of Running 2026 Website https://www.abingtonrunfest.co.uk/