Bedford Running Festival

Bedford Running Festival

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Bedfordshire's largest running fest, where running meets festival fun & magical memories are made!

The Bedford Running Festival is more than just a running race! Including:
- Bedford Half Marathon
- Bedford Twilight 10K
- Bedford 5K
- Bedford 20
- Bedford Mini Miles
- Live music
- Open Air Cinema
- Comedy Club
- Yoga and wellness classes
- Street food market
- Running seminars
- Recovery zone
- Kids club


WHY NOT TRY SOMETHING NEW AND JOIN US FOR A REAL RUNNING FESTIVAL THIS SUMMER!

Photos from Bedford Running Festival's post 04/09/2026

It’s almost time… the ATW Events BRF starts TOMORROW! πŸŽ‰

πŸ“ Check out all the course maps in the slides

πŸ“² Want to download your map? You can find the download link on the booking page and in the event programme. All of our routes will be clearly sign posted and marshalled.

The countdown is almost over… Russell Park, we’re coming for you! πŸ™Œ

🎽 Shoes ready?
πŸ—ΊοΈ Route checked?
πŸ”₯ Excitement levels HIGH?

LET’S DO THIS!

Photos from Bedford Running Festival's post 03/09/2026

πŸ”₯ GET READY TO MOVE! πŸ”₯

We’re kicking off both days at the ATW Events Bedford Running Festival with some fantastic warm-ups from Georgia Testa| Founder Studio 281 | Hyrox and Reformer Pilates at Studio 281 | Reformer & Hot Pilates | Hyrox | Functional Fitness

Joining us on Saturday & Sunday, Georgia will be getting you moving, loosening up and ready to take on your challenge with a fun warm-up before you head to the start line. πŸ’ͺπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒ

We’ve put all the warm-up times for each distance in the slides, so make sure you check them out and plan to arrive in plenty of time!

A huge thank you to Studio 281 for helping us get the BRF community race-ready! ❀️

Want to check them out? You can visit Studio 281 in Bedford, Milton Keynes, Ampthill, Olney and Tewinbury Farm, with everything from Reformer Pilates and Sculpt to strength training, yoga, recovery and wellness experiences. πŸ’ͺ🧘

πŸ“ Russell Park, Bedford
πŸ“… Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th September

Stretch. Shake it out. Warm up. LET’S RACE!

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Photos from Bedford Running Festival's post 02/09/2026

πŸŽ‰ JUST 3 DAYS TO GO! πŸŽ‰

Russell Park is ready for the return of the ATW Events Bedford Running Festival!
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And when you cross that finish line, there’s no need to wait around to find out how you did…

⏱️ Your chip-timed result will be available as soon as you cross the finish line!

Simply:
πŸ“² Download the ATW Hub App
πŸ“Š Head to the Results section
πŸƒ Click on BRF
πŸ”Ž Search for your name

3 DAYS. ONE FESTIVAL. SO MANY FINISH LINES.

Who’s ready?!

Photos from Bedford Running Festival's post 01/09/2026

Taking part in the ATW Events Bedford Running Festival this weekend? Here’s how our baggage drop works πŸ‘‡

πŸ“ Baggage Drop Opening Times
πŸƒ Saturday: 1:30PM – 8:00PM
πŸƒ Sunday: 8:30AM – 4:00PM

Your race bib will have a baggage tag attached to the bottom. Simply tear this off and attach it securely to your bag before handing it in at the baggage drop.

πŸ”’ When you’re ready to collect your bag:
Just show your race bib to the baggage team. The number on your bib will match the number on your bag, making it easy for us to reunite you with your belongings!

πŸŽ’ Top tip: Make sure your baggage tag is securely attached and your bag is clearly closed.

Then all that’s left to do is run, have fun and enjoy the BRF! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸŽ‰

31/08/2026

🌞 BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY! 🌞

How have you spent yours?

πŸƒ Getting a training run in?
β˜• Taking it easy?
πŸ“… Booking your next event?
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Spending time with the family?

Whatever you’re up to, make the most of the extra day! πŸ™Œ

And if you’re feeling productive… there’s always another ATW Events event to sign up for!

Photos from Bedford Running Festival's post 30/08/2026

🚨 ONE WEEK TO GO! 🚨

Next Sunday, BRF is back! πŸŽ‰

πŸƒ Half Marathon
πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ 20 Mile
🎑 Funfair
πŸ” Food Court
🍻 Bar
πŸŽ‰ And MUCH, MUCH more!

Sunday 6th September | Russell Park, Bedford

Your Sunday is sorted.

Photos from Bedford Running Festival's post 29/08/2026

🚨 ONE WEEK TO GO! 🚨

Next Saturday, the ATW Events BRF begins! πŸŽ‰

πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ Fun Run
πŸƒ 5K & Twilight 10K
🎑 Funfair
🧘 Yoga
πŸ” Food & Bar
🎢 Live Music

And that’s just Saturday… πŸ‘€

Bring your trainers. Bring your mates. Bring the whole family.

πŸ“ Russell Park | Saturday 5th September

Photos from Bedford Running Festival's post 28/08/2026

If you have already purchased this years event t-shirt, you can collect it from the festival village on Saturday or Sunday (times are shown in the last slide)

We have a limited amount remaining, so go and grab yours now from the website!

Photos from Bedford Running Festival's post 27/08/2026

Every participant in this years Bedford Running Festival will need a running number.
From the mini miles fun run, 5K, Twilight 10K, Half Marathon to 20 mile.

You will need to collect your running number from the registration tent within the festival village. You can do this on Saturday 5th or Sunday 6th September. Check out the opening times on the last slide.

Hands up if you are taking part in two or more distances over the weekend πŸ™Œ

26/08/2026

The Bedford Running Festival event programme is now live.
If you have signed up to this year’s event, please check your inbox.

The programme holds all the information you need for the festival weekend, including registration instructions, start times, parking and much much more.

View and download the programme here: https://online.flippingbook.com/view/340788224/

Who’s getting excited?!! 😝

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