Bedford 20 Entry, Date & Race Guide

Bedford, East of England, UK

Open
Beginner-friendlyPB-friendly

Next race

Sunday, 6 September 2026

Location

Bedford, East of England

Distance

20 Mile

Surface

Road

Entries open

Entries for the 2026 Bedford 20 are currently open.

Verified 27 June 2026

Upcoming dates

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Sun, 6 Sept 2026

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Start time

TBC

Status

Open

Race overview

About Bedford 20

Bedford 20 is a well-established 20-mile road race and a strong option for runners preparing for a spring marathon. It provides an ideal opportunity to practise pacing discipline, fuelling and sustained effort over a near-marathon distance in race conditions. As one of the more reliable and recognised 20-mile events, it is often used as a key checkpoint in marathon training plans. RaceScan tracks entry status, key race details and updates for Bedford 20 in one place.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bedford 20 2026 entry open?

Entries for the 2026 Bedford 20 are currently open.

When is Bedford 20?

Bedford 20 takes place on Sunday, 6 September 2026.

How can you enter Bedford 20?

Entry is currently available through general entry.

What is the Bedford 20 course like?

Bedford 20 is a well-established 20-mile road race and a strong option for runners preparing for a spring marathon. It provides an ideal opportunity to practise pacing discipline, fuelling and sustained effort over a near-marathon distance in race conditions.

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