2k Junior Parkrun

A free, fun, weekly 2K walk/jog/run for juniors aged 4–14, held in the heart of Stowmarket. Whether it’s your first event or you’re chasing a PB, everyone is welcome.

When & where

• When: Every Sunday at 9:00am (arrive a little early for the briefing)
• Where: Stowmarket Recreation Ground, Recreation Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1PR

How to take part

1. Register once with parkrun (free): https://www.parkrun.org.uk/register/
2. Bring a scannable barcode each week (printed or on a phone)
3. Turn up and enjoy — it’s timed, but the focus is fun

No barcode, no result (you can still take part, but you won’t receive a time).

The course (2K)

• A 2,000m course at Stowmarket Recreation Ground
• Run entirely on permanent paths
• Two laps, then a turn into the finish funnel (finish is on grass)
• After rain, some sections may have mud, leaves or puddles
• Fully marshalled, with juniors kept in sight of marshals throughout

Please be considerate on shared paths and give way to other park users.

Family & safety notes

• Parents/guardians are responsible for their children’s welfare
• Children under 11 must be accompanied to/from the event by a responsible adult, and that adult must remain on site during the event
• Junior parkrun is for running/jogging/walking (no scooters, bikes or similar)
• Dogs are not permitted, except registered assistance dogs

Facilities

• Cafe on the Rec (refreshments) and public toilets
• Playground and skate park on site
• Town centre is around 400m away with additional shops/cafes

Getting there

Public transport

• Train: Stowmarket Station is approx. 800m away (walkable)

Parking

• Free Sunday parking nearby (approx. 300m walk):
  • Iliffe Way Car Park and Meadow Centre Car Park
  • SATNAV/postcode: IP14 1PN
• Please avoid parking on nearby residential streets where possible.

Volunteering

This event only happens thanks to volunteers. If you can help (even occasionally), please get in touch:
stowmarketrecgroundjuniors@parkrun.com