The route circumnavigates the county boundary, with up to 55 teams of 17 runners covering 200 non-stop miles. The course is divided into 17 different stages, which range from 5 to 20 miles in length, and includes road, trail and beach sections – as well as running all the way through the night. In 2024 the EAAA team beat the distance in just 25 hours 58 minutes, finishing 25th out of 60 teams!

Starting in historic King’s Lynn early on Saturday morning, the route follows the scenic Norfolk Coastal Path via the Sandringham Estate, Hunstanton, Wells and Cromer, before continuing through picturesque Broadland to Great Yarmouth, before heading inland through Beccles, Diss, Thetford Forest and Downham Market, finally finishing back in Lynn around 24 hours later.

Unique in character and concept, the RNR is open to runners of all abilities, and as well as presenting a physical challenge for everyone involved is also a great test of teamwork and organisational ability. Run over 24 hours, without a break (and carrying a baton), the relay is much more than just a running race and requires careful planning, navigation and support. At 200 miles in 24 hours it’s not an event for teams lacking in a spirit of adventure, but the sense of achievement after crossing the finish line on Sunday is second to none!

The EAAA team is looking to raise £4,250 in 2025, and will be fielding a mixed ability team including aircrew, doctors, paramedics and other healthcare workers, as well as RNR officials and guest runners from participating clubs.

Cover image credit, Phil Donlan