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Footprints in the Snow 5k 2026

Participants complete a 5-kilometer marshaled and signposted route along the river by running, jogging, or walking. The race village is situated inside the Big Shed at the Trent Navigation, featuring warm indoor space, hot refreshments, toilets, and a secure bag drop. Every finisher receives an official time, an event t-shirt, a goody bag, and a mince pie, with prizes awarded to the top three male and female finishers.

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Plan Your Visit

Food & Drink

Hot refreshments are available in the race village, and each finisher receives a mince pie.

Location

Trent Navigation Inn · 17 Meadow Lane, Nottingham, NG2 3HS Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families, groups, walkers and casual runners

Vibe

Active and charitable

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Layer up for the likely cold morning, especially for the outdoor river route; the Big Shed provides a warm, dry place to gather.
  • Bring a food donation on the day if you can, as collections support Bestwood and Bulwell Food Bank.
  • Use the Big Shed race village for toilets, warm indoor shelter and the secure bag drop, a few yards from the start and finish.
  • Under-18s must attend with a guardian, so arrange for an accompanying adult before registering for the event.
  • Consider the virtual entry if you cannot get to Nottingham; you can complete the 5K anywhere, with race goodies sent in advance.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Early-booking offers are available.
  • A virtual participation option is new for 2026.
  • Footprints Conductive Education Centre is the event’s new charity partner for 2026.

Links & Contact

Run by DOrunning

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can take part?

All ages and abilities are welcome; participants under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian.

What can participants do on the route?

Run, jog, or walk the signposted 5K river route, which has marshals.

What do finishers receive?

Each finisher gets an official time, an event T-shirt, a goody bag, and a mince pie.

Can I take part from somewhere else?

Yes. The virtual option lets you participate wherever you are, with race-day items sent in advance.

How can I support the local causes?

Every entry includes a donation to Footprints Conductive Education Centre, and food donations are being collected for Bestwood and Bulwell Food Bank.

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