2019 Easter Sunday Funday
The Easter Sunday Funday includes our 5K and 1K runs, our Toddle’n’Trike event and our Criterium races.
People of all ages and abilities join for a fun day of being active. Many of our participants dress up for the event; you never know who may make an appearance. This family-friendly event has competitive and non-competitive events for all. We hope to see you all there!
This year’s timetable is as follows:
8.00 Road Closure (set up)
10.30 Running Race 5K (UK Athletics)
11.30 Town Easter Fun Run 1k (UK Athletics)
12.15 Toddle’n’Trike (under 5s)
12.45 Circuit open for rider’s warm up/familiarisation
1.00 Criterium Race Youth A (U16), Youth B (U14) girls & boys (30 min)
2.00 Criterium Senior (16+) Cat 4 Regional C+ Cat 3 (40 mins). Priority entry will be given to Cat 4 riders
3.00 Criterium Women’s E/1/2/3/4 (45 mins)
4.00 Criterium Senior (16+) E/1/2/3 National B, (50 mins)
7.00pm Roads reopen Sunset 20.06 pm approx.
Both runs and rides are official UK Athletics and British Cycling events and are run under their rules.
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Toddle’n’Trike
This race is for those under the age of five. Participants can bring a tricycle or balance bike, or make their way round the course on foot. It’s a fun, non-competitive race round the traffic-free town centre course. Every child gets a free goody bag and medal. Places are limited and a responsible adult must accompany the child. Entry is £2 per child; accompanying adults are free.
Ride North Norfolk Sunday 24 August 2025 Photos of the the 2024 ride are here No price rises again this year ✿ ☀ ♫
mostly at Central Cinema Fakenham
Fakenham Arts Festival 2025 Welcome to the Fakenham Arts Festival 2025. Active Fakenham is thrilled to introduce our latest community initiative, the "Fakenham Arts Festival". Building on the incredible success of the 2024 Active Fakenham Film Festival, this exciting new event is designed to strengthen community bonds and encourage local participation. This year's festival, set against the charming backdrop of Fakenham's historic streets and contemporary venues, invites you on an extraordinary journey through our town. Over sixty venues and more than forty artists will come together to create a unique and special event, showcasing a diverse array of artistic expressions. Running from August 1st to 24th, 2025, the festival offers: Art from various media displayed across the town A children's art trail with a free activity pack Engaging workshops A grand exhibition at the Fakenham Community Centre on Sunday August 24th On Sunday 24th August, the Community Centre will also host Active Fakenham’s popular Festival of Cycling, Ride North Norfolk, so there will be live music, hot food and barbecue, coffee, cake and stalls. Our 2025 programme is a testament to the creative spirit that thrives in Fakenham and beyond. We are thrilled to share this incredible journey with you and look forward to seeing you at the Fakenham Arts Festival 2025. Together, let's celebrate the power of art to transform, inspire, and connect. About Active Fakenham: Active Fakenham is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for Fakenham residents and visitors through community-driven programmes and initiatives. Our mission is to build a stronger, more connected Fakenham by promoting local engagement and collaboration
