Valentine's 10K

Norfolk Gazelles Valentine’s 10k

Date: Sunday 8 February 2026
Location: Easton College, Norwich
Start Time: 10:00 AM
UKA Race Licence: TBC
Course Measurement: TBC

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Dear Runners,

We’re writing with an important update about the Norfolk Gazelles Valentine 10k.

This week, we were informed by National Highways that their programme for works on the A47 has changed. Despite earlier assurances that there would be no impact on our race, we have now been advised that key sections of the A47 will be closed on our original race date. This will result in significant additional traffic being diverted onto parts of our race route.

Runner safety is absolutely paramount to us. After discussion with Norfolk Highways and the Safety Advisory Group, we do not believe it would be possible to deliver a safe race on the original date. As a result, we have made the difficult decision to move the event to Sunday 8 February 2026.

We appreciate that this change is not ideal and apologise for the inconvenience it may cause.

Refunds and next steps

If the new date does not work for you, we are offering a full refund. To request a refund, please visit www.totalracetiming.co.uk, navigate to the Norfolk Gazelles Valentine 10k, where the refund option will be made available shortly.

Refunds can be requested up until Saturday 10 January. After this date, our original terms and conditions will apply, and only transfers will be available.

If you are happy with the new date, there is nothing you need to do. Your entry will automatically carry over to Sunday 8 February.

A final note on the route

With the scale of recent changes to the A47 and the significant housing development in the area, we are also reviewing whether this route will remain viable in future years. As things stand, this may be the last running of the current Valentine 10k route, which is disappointing, but we hope to identify an alternative course for 2027.

Thank you for your understanding, patience, and continued support. We’re really grateful to be part of such a supportive running community and look forward to delivering a safe and memorable race day.

Kind regards

Ceri & Sharon Theobald - Race Directors – email: norfolkgazellesrunning@gmail.com

The Norfolk Gazelles Valentine’s 10k is back for 2026. Always a sell-out, this friendly and fast race combines a scenic route with a fantastic atmosphere.

Entry

Affiliated runners: £20
Unaffiliated runners: £22
Minimum age: 15 years on race day
Transfers available until 31 January 2026
Refunds/deferrals are not available

Optional extras:

Opt-out of your medal and choose to plant a tree instead
Have your race number posted for a small fee, or collect on the day

Venue & Parking

Race HQ: Easton College, Bawburgh Road, Norwich, NR9 5DX
Parking:
- Limited parking at Easton College for marshals and those with accessibility needs
- Participant parking at Norfolk Showground (via Dunham Road), a 5-minute walk to HQ
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Facilities

Male and female toilets available
Secure bag drop at Race HQ
Registration open from 8:30 AM – 9:45 AM

Timing & Safety

Chip timing provided by Total Race Timing
All runners must write their name, emergency contact, and medical details on the back of their number
Headphones are not permitted (including bone-conduction) in line with England Athletics rules
Course: 10k on paved and country roads, fully marshalled and signposted
The course is not suitable for wheelchairs, buggies, or pets

Prizes

Trophies for the top 3 male and female finishers
Age category awards
Team prizes (3 runners per team)
Course record bonus: £125 if the record is broken

Medical Support

Medical support provided by MedPTS

Contact

Race Director: Ceri Theobald
Telephone: 07967 059220
Email: racedirector@norfolkgazelles.co.uk

Enter early to secure your place – this race sells out quickly.