About
Take part in this 6 hour running event to see just how far you can run. With the choice to run the entire 6 hours, if you select 9am start, or to cut your run short and start at 11am, this race is completely your own. So sign up today, to put yourself to the test.
5k, 10k, Half Marathon, and 2 more
Sun, Jul 5, 2026
Peterborough, United Kingdom
Where and when
Location: Ferry Meadows in Nene Park, Ferry Meadows Country Park, Ham Ln, Peterborough PE2 5UU, UK
Start times: 5k: 9:00 AM, 10k: 9:00 AM, Half Marathon: 9:00 AM, Marathon: 9:00 AM, Ultra: 9:00 AM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for The Summer Ready Run 2026
Route information
This event is a great platform to try running either your first 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, or even a staggering Ultra Marathon. When selecting your ticket at the checkout, please remember that these distances are simply guidelines, and not definitive distances. In this 6-hour event, participants will run as far, or as little, as they want around a 5.3k lapped route through Ferry Meadows, one of the largest country parks in the region This easy-to-navigate route through the grounds means runners will be able focus solely on more on their pace and completing as many laps as they can. Runners will have the choice to run the entire 6 hours, rest between laps at the aid station, or to finish their race before the 3pm end. This race is in complete control of the individual, so remember to take it at your own pace. The terrain consists of country park footpaths and grass areas. Our suggestion is to wear road trainers, but depending on the weather before the event you may want to bring trails if you have them. Whether you are looking to run your 1st 10k, or your 50th Marathon, the brilliant Zig Zag Running team will cheer you all the way around.
What's included
- Medal (Lucky-Dip Medal or Event Medal)
- Coffee and Cake for all finishers
- Event marshals
- Water/aid stations
- Parking (small fee)
- Chip-timed results
How to get there
Ferry Meadows in Nene Park, Ferry Meadows Country Park, Ham Ln, Peterborough PE2 5UU, UK
By Car Ferry Meadows lies three miles west of Peterborough and just two miles east of the A1. On all major routes into the city, look for and follow the brown tourist attraction signs for NENE PARK or the country park symbol. Ferry Meadows is signed on Oundle Road (A605). If using navigation, it is recommended entering "Ham Lane, Peterborough" or the postcode PE2 5UU.
Parking Parking is available at this venue, though at an additional fee to your entry ticket.
Event day logistics
09:00 Wave 1 starts
11:00 Wave 2 starts
15:00 Event ends
*Please arrive at least 45-60 minutes before the start of your wave to allow plenty of time to register and warm up.
Waves Participants have the choice to start their race at 9 am or 11 am. Please note that both waves will end at 3 pm, meaning those in the second wave will have a shorter time limit than those in the first wave.
Race Packs Race bibs will be collected on the day from registration.
Age Restrictions All entrants must be 18 and older to enter the event.
Lucky Dip Medal The lucky dip medal gives runners a chance of receiving a previous Zig Zag Events medal for a slightly reduced cost. This can be chosen when registering and ensures a little surprise on event day.
Water/Aid Station There will be a water/aid station at Race HQ, which will be situated at the start and lap point of the route.
