10K races near Chichester

The Southampton Half Marathon & 10K starts and finishes by Saint Mary’s Stadium, providing a clear football-ground base on the edge of the city centre. This is an autumn road-running event featuring a half marathon, a 10K, and a juniors race. The longer races begin in the morning, with the juniors running around midday. The half marathon covers two laps, while the 10K is one lap. Runners follow a straightforward city-street course with distance markers in both kilometres and miles. Marshals are stationed at key points along the route. Chip timing and free race photos are included. The finish area hosts an event village offering food, drink, partner goodies, medals, and an optional event T-shirt.

The Southampton Half Marathon, 10K & Junior race begins and ends next to Saint Mary's Stadium, providing a clear football-ground landmark from the start. This autumn city-street event offers three distances: a half marathon, a 10K, and a junior race. The half marathon starts first, the 10K follows later in the morning, and the juniors run around midday. The format suits runners aiming for a personal best, and it also functions as a family race day, as the shorter and junior options involve more participants. The half marathon course consists of two laps, the 10K uses one lap, and the junior race is one lap of Saint Mary's Stadium. The roads are described as smooth, with each kilometre indicated by distance flags and marshals positioned along the route to guide runners and offer encouragement. Entries include chip timing, complimentary race photos, post-race treats, and a themed medal, covering essential race-day provisions without exclusively targeting serious club runners.

The Worthing Seafront 10K is a 10K run along the coast in Worthing, with much of the race taking place on the seafront promenade. It is set against the town’s beach backdrop: runners have the sea on one side, golden sand close by, and open coastal views for long stretches. The route also incorporates nearby seaside streets, making it more than just a straight promenade run. Hundreds of runners participate, and the event fosters a community race atmosphere, with fellow runners and spectators offering encouragement along the way.

Guildford 5k, 10k & Juniors is a running event on closed roads in Guildford, with the 5k and 10k starting and finishing on Guildford High Street. Both races begin at 08:00, and the 2k Junior Race follows at 08:10, accommodating both adult runners and younger participants. The 5k and 10k follow out-and-back courses from the town centre, proceeding towards Clandon via Epsom Road before returning to the High Street. A 90-minute cutoff is in place because of the road closures. The event benefits Guildford Town Centre Chaplaincy, a local service established in 2008 that assists individuals living, working, or visiting the town, and supports clients and volunteers of all beliefs.

The Lancing 10k is a 10-kilometre run on England’s South Coast, with the sea close by and Lancing College’s historic chapel rising in the background. It is designed for first-time 10k runners and experienced runners seeking a coastal route instead of a closed-track or city-centre race. The course goes through the heart of Lancing, passing local shops and cafes before heading along the coastline. Runners have sea views for part of the route, and finishers can continue the post-race mood nearby at Perk Cafe.

The Fleet 5 & 10k is an autumn road race event in Fleet, Hampshire, held at the Harlington Centre in the town centre. Participants can select either the 5K or 10K distance, with both races employing chip timing. Organised by runners, the event reflects a practical approach, including marshals, route support, a medal, and complimentary race photos with entry. The course is entirely on road with minimal elevation, making it suitable for runners aiming for an autumn personal best and those participating in their first race. The field includes beginners seeking their first medal alongside club runners using the flat town route for a faster effort. Entries frequently sell out, and the race also offers on-the-spot and cash prizes.

The Worthing Seafront 10K is a 10-kilometre run on the Sussex coast, starting at Beach House beside Splashpoint in Worthing. Runners set off at 10:00 AM from the BN11 2EN area, with the sea close by from the start. The route follows the promenade along the coastline, offering sea views, golden sand, open air, and the wind coming off the water. It suits experienced runners as well as people who want a straightforward coastal 10K, and the finish-area atmosphere includes music and local food on the seafront.

The Wittering Beach Run is a chip-timed event on West Wittering Beach in Chichester, offering 15.3 km, 10 km, and 5 km distances. When the tide is low, runners navigate the wide sandy flats, making it feel more like a beach-and-trail run than a road race. The route traces a Blue Flag coastline, providing open views towards Selsey Bill, the Isle of Wight, Chichester Harbour, the Solent, and the South Downs. The course incorporates nearby trails and off-road paths, marked by pink arrows and tape, with caution signs at hazards and road crossings. Water stations are available for each distance, operating plastic-free, requiring runners to bring a reusable cup or bottle. Dogs are permitted, with one dog per runner, and canicross participants should bring poo bags, water, and a suitable lead. Finishers are awarded a metal medal, a drink, goodies, and a personalised certificate.

The Lancing 10K begins at 10:00 from Perch on Lancing Seafront in Sussex. Runners start beside the sea, not from a town-centre start line. This chip-timed 10K suits both beginners and faster runners. The out-and-back course offers a simple way to pace evenly or aim for a personal best. The route follows Lancing’s shoreline on a soft coastal path, with sea views on one side and Lancing College’s historic cathedral visible in the distance. It also goes through parts of Lancing with shops and cafes. Finishers are near Perk Cafe afterward. Previous results are available, allowing returning runners to compare their times from earlier events.

MoRunning Southampton is a Movember-themed running day at Southampton Common on The Avenue, with a 1.5k Mini MoRun, 5k, 10k, and half marathon on the same programme. The half marathon starts first in the morning, the 5k and 10k follow together, and the Mini MoRun gives children and newer runners a short chip-timed option later on. Registration opens early, closes shortly before each race, and runners collect a race number, timing chip, safety pins, and MoRunning headband before heading to the start. Every distance is chip timed, with instant results after the finish, and placings use gun time rather than net time. The course is set inside Southampton Common, with the event hub in the park beyond the Cafe at the Hawthorns, in the field next to the playground. It is public land, so runners share the space with local residents and need to stay aware around the route. The day is tied closely to Movember, raising money and awareness for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. The moustache theme is part of the fun: runners are encouraged to grow one, paint one on, or turn up in fancy dress, with bonus medals and spot prizes for fastest MoBro, fastest MoSista, best dressed, best Mo, and other MoRunning categories. Finishers get a medal, drinks, and snacks, while parking and bag storage are both limited enough that arriving early and travelling light matters.

The Brighton 10K is a 10-kilometre road race along the Brighton & Hove seafront, established by Brighton & Hove AC in 1984. It is a fast, flat course, suitable for runners aiming for a personal best and for those seeking a simple seaside 10K. The participants are diverse: first-time runners, charity runners, and experienced club runners all compete in the same morning race. Its long history positions it as one of the older races in south-east England, and the straightforward out-and-back seaside format contributes significantly to its popularity.