RunFestRun is going to be taking place over three days from 20th – 22nd May 2022 at Englefield House in Berkshire.
It combines a mix of scenic running routes with a party atmosphere, music and food in grounds that are normally closed to the general public.
RunFestRun offers something for every level of runner, from a 2.5K, 5K and 10K run to a half marathon. There’s also a road run that’s suitable for buggies and wheelchairs and the “Big Bug” Family Fun Run. For the first time, runners will also have the opportunity to join a Night Run.
Top runners such as Paula Radcliffe, Colin Jackson, Steve Cram CBE and Natasha Evans will be present and leading from the front. While stars like Sophie Ellis-Bextor will be bringing her disco hits to the mainstage along with Toploader, family favourites, Dick & Dom and the UK’s Number 1 Oasis tribute band Noasis.
The weekend will boast a range of talks and workshops hosted on the festival’s Talks Stage by Happiness Guru Danny Bent and the host of the Bad Boys Running Podcast, David Hellard.
Other stars include broadcaster and founder of the RunPod podcast, Jenni Falconer; author Lisa Jackson; four-time Ironman Triathlon World Champion, Chrissie Wellington OBE; sports presenter and ultrarunner, Vassos Alexander; and Made In Chelsea star and founder of RunBuddy, Josh Patterson.
Paula Radcliffe says: “I am so excited to be back as a team captain for RunFestRun 2022. We want everyone – families, beginners, solo and competitive runners – to come along for a fun weekend in the most breath-taking setting of Englefield House. I can’t wait to bring Families on Track back to the festival alongside all of the running opportunities there is available. It’s just the perfect stage to come together, enjoy and celebrate a sport so many of us love, after a tough few couple years.”
Runners will be able to rest, recover, and relax between races in the brand new Stretch Studio. There will also be a Recovery Zone with hammocks, ice baths, massages and more.
There will be numerous street food traders at the festival too. Vendors will also use compostable serve-wear only and sell canned water, making the festival a plastic-free zone. Don’t forget to bring your reusable water bottle. Vendors include: The Gnarbecue, Wholefood Heaven, Hola Guacamole, Tripoli Express and Oatopia.
RunFestRun has day, weekend and camping tickets available. All you have to do is choose a ticket that works for you. Tickets can be purchased here.
