The Wymondham 20 is here and whether you’re using this race as part of your marathon training or taking on the challenge of 20 miles as a standalone goal, here’s all the essential race-day information you need to know.
Race day details
Date: Sunday, 23rd March 2025
Start Time: 9:30 AM
Race HQ: Abbey Hall, Church Street, Wymondham, Norfolk, NR18 0PL
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Number collection
Where: Race HQ (Abbey Hall)
Opens From: 7:45 AM
Timing Chips: Your race number includes a timing chip – please collect it early.
Race start and finish
Start Line: Wymondham Market Cross (2-3 minute walk from Race HQ)
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Finish Line: Lady’s Lane
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Medals, water and snacks
Medals: All finishers receive a medal at the finish line.
Water: One bottle per runner at the finish line.
Snacks: A small post-race snack (one per runner).
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Parking travel
Parking: See image.
Allow plenty of time to park, collect your number, and reach the start.
No parking on Briton Way or nearby roads—please respect local residents.
Check for parking restrictions and buy a ticket if required.
Bag drop
No Bag Drop: There will be no bag drop facility. Only bring what you will carry during the race.
Leave valuables in your vehicle at your own risk.
Facilities and refreshments
Tea, coffee & cakes available at Race HQ, with proceeds supporting Little Lifts Charity.
Toilets:
- Limited toilets at Abbey Hall (Race HQ).
- 6 portable toilets at Market Cross near the start line.
- Public toilets at Market Street Car Park.
- Toilets at Gralix Hall (approx. 5.5 miles & 14 miles into the course).
Prizes and results
Prize Giving: Takes place around midday at Race HQ.
Results: Immediate results available on Total Race Timing and overall GP standings available here.
Top 3 men and women: Determined by Gun Time.
Age Categories: Determined by Chip Time.
Race rules and restrictions
Headphones: Not allowed, including bone-conducting headphones. The race is on open roads, and you must be able to hear instructions.
Buggies & Dogs: Not permitted.
First Claim Club Runners: UKA-affiliated runners must enter under their first claim club. No second claim entries allowed.
Cut-Off Time: 4.5 hours (course support ends at 2:00 PM).
AND FINALLY…
Good luck to all runners taking part in the Wymondham 20. Don’t forget, if there’s anything you need before the race then the Sportlink stall will be on hand for any last-minute items you may need.
Not sure how to race a 20-mile event? Check out our guide here.