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Chase The Sun Tatton Park 5k & 10k July

Rostherne · 75 km away

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Sexarathon Vic Musgrove 5k

Telford · 71 km away

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Bramhall Runners Foodbank 5.5K Race 2

Stockport · 67 km away

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RunThrough Chase the Sun Tatton 10k & 5k July 2026

Knutsford WA16 6SG · 76 km away

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Sale Sizzlers 5K Race 2

Manchester · 76 km away

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Race For Life Sutton Coldfield

Sutton Coldfield · 46 km away

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Race For Life Dudley

Dudley · 64 km away

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Northants 5K Race Series 4

Kettering · 79 km away

JUL 15

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Pretty Muddy Lincoln

Lincoln · 74 km away

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Race For Life Leicester

Leicester · 41 km away

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Run Aintree Half Marathon, 10k & 5k July 2026

Liverpool L9 5AS · 78 km away

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Sale Sizzlers 5K Race 3

Manchester · 76 km away

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Tatton Park 5k & 10k July 2026

Rostherne · 76 km away

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Belvoir Castle Multisport Event

Grantham · 56 km away

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RunThrough Tatton 10k & 5k July 2026

Knutsford WA16 6QN · 76 km away

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Birmingham Running Festival July

Sutton Coldfield B73 6BT · 46 km away

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Peterborough 5K Grand Prix Race 4

Stamford · 74 km away

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Newstead Abbey Dash 5k 2026 (Nottinghamshire 5k County Championships)

Nottingham · 26 km away

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Rumble In The Jumble III

Skellingthorpe · 69 km away

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Beat The Sunset 5K Road Race

Kettering NN14 2SH · 69 km away

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Lincoln 5K Series 3

Lincoln · 72 km away

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Dudley · 61 km away

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Sale Sizzlers 5K Race 4

Manchester · 76 km away

AUG 9

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Derby Running Festival

Derby DE72 3EP · 6 km away

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Bramhall Runners Foodbank 5.5K Race 3

Stockport · 67 km away

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Tatton Park 5k & 10k August 2026

Rostherne · 76 km away

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RunThrough Tatton 10k & 5k August 2026

Knutsford WA16 6QN · 76 km away

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Trentham Running Club Dave Clarke 5K

Swynnerton · 50 km away

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Unity Challenge

Birmingham B1 2HF · 58 km away

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Chase The Sun Tatton 10k & 5k August 2026

Tatton · 75 km away

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Lincoln 5K Series 4

Lincoln · 72 km away

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Nottingham Running Festival

Nottingham NG2 4BE · 25 km away

SEP 8

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Chase The Sun Tatton 10k & 5k September 2026

Knutsford WA16 6QN · 76 km away

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Sexarathon Harper Scarper 5k

Nr Newport · 66 km away

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Chase The Sun Tatton Park 5k & 10k September

Rostherne · 76 km away

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Kenilworth Half Marathon

Kenilworth · 65 km away

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Hinstock 10k & 5k

Hinstock, Shropshire · 67 km away

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Birmingham Running Festival September

Sutton Coldfield B73 6BT · 46 km away

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RunThrough Tatton 10k & 5k September 2026

Knutsford WA16 6QN · 76 km away

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Tatton Park 5K & 10K September

Rostherne · 76 km away

Derby · 80 km

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Recurring 5K races near Derby

Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly

Rhino Run is a six-hour timed running event held near Skellingthorpe in Lincolnshire, located on Lincoln Road. Participants complete repeated laps to achieve their chosen distance, ranging from 5K and 10K up to half marathon, marathon, and ultra distances. The objective is straightforward: maintain movement within the time limit and accumulate laps. The course follows a flat out-and-back route along a disused railway line. It consists mainly of tarmac with a brief field section at the beginning and end. Each lap measures approximately 3.28 miles. The route is traffic-free and requires no navigation, making it suitable for runners seeking consistent pacing on a reliable surface.

Tatton Park 5K & 10K October

The Tatton Park 5k & 10k races take place in October on closed roads within Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire. The 10K is held in October, with a 5K option included in the same event programme. Both races begin at 8:45 am from the park grounds near WA16 6QN. The course remains within Tatton Park, utilizing the internal roads before finishing back inside the grounds. It is fast yet undulating, offering runners a quick road race that is not completely flat. The races are accurately measured and chip timed, making them suitable for anyone seeking a clear 5K or 10K result.

RunThrough Tatton 10k & 5k October 2026

Brewers 5K & 10K

The Brewers 10K & 5K begins and ends at Burton Albion’s Pirelli Stadium, making the football ground the focal point. This is a closed-road running event in Burton upon Trent, held in October, with the 10K commencing before the 5K. The race uses chip timing, features distance markers for each kilometre, and provides water stations along the route. The course proceeds through Stretton and Rolleston-on-Dove, offering open views of the Staffordshire countryside before runners head back to the stadium. RunThrough organizes the event in partnership with Burton Albion, and the race coincides with the club’s anniversary events. A past edition attracted over 1,000 participants, and the event is intended for club runners, those attempting their first 10K, 5K runners, Burton Albion supporters, and local families. Participants receive a themed medal, complimentary race photos, refreshments after the race, and items from partners at the finish line.

Macclesfield Running Festival October 2026

The Macclesfield Running Festival takes place in October in Macclesfield, Cheshire, offering 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances. All races commence and conclude at the athletics track within Macclesfield Leisure Centre. They feature chip timing and are conducted on entirely closed roads, providing participants with a controlled road-racing environment instead of a park-style circuit. The courses are level, single loops that are professionally measured. They depart from the town and proceed onto country roads in the Cheshire area. Local bands perform along the route, aid stations are available to support runners, and spectators congregate in the communities along the way. Macclesfield Harriers AC also contribute to the event's operation. All finishers are awarded a medal, complimentary race photographs, and post-race items.

Nottingham 1.5k, 5k, 10k & Semi-Marathon MoRun

The Nottingham MoRun takes place at Memorial Gardens Riverside on Victoria Embankment, featuring races of 1.5k, 5k, 10k, and a half marathon. As a November running event associated with Movember, the atmosphere is relaxed, encouraging participation from families, friends, and teams, often in costumes or headbands, with many running for a cause. The 1.5k Mini MoRun offers a chip-timed race for children, while adults can select from shorter runs up to a half marathon. The event benefits Movember, the charity focused on raising funds and awareness for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Participants can contribute through donations during registration or by creating fundraising pages via Movember or JustGiving. All race distances are chip timed, providing immediate results. Finishers are awarded a MoRun medal and a MoRunning headband, with refreshments available at the finish line. Merchandise, including t-shirts and running vests, can be purchased for those seeking the complete MoRunner appearance.

Birmingham Running Festival November

The Birmingham Running Festival takes place on a November race day in Sutton Park, offering 5K, 10K, half marathon, and junior race options. It is structured as a late-season event, allowing runners to conclude their year with a short race, a longer effort, or a family-friendly junior run. The routes incorporate Sutton Park’s historic roads and gravel paths, providing a mix of firm running surfaces instead of a typical city-street course. The half marathon begins first, with the 10K, 5K, and junior race following later in the morning. The event also provides support for Birmingham Children’s Hospital.

RunThrough Tatton 5k & 10k November 2026

Tatton Park 5K & 10K November

The Tatton Park 5K & 10K takes place on a November morning within Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire. Participants can choose between a 5K or 10K distance. The race begins at 8:45 AM, with the postcode WA16 6QN marking the start. The course is contained entirely within the park, utilizing its internal roads. Both the start and finish lines are located within the park grounds. This accurately measured and chip-timed event is suitable for runners seeking a precise result, as well as those opting for the 5K distance. Lucy Harfield is the organiser.

Run Alton Towers Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

Run Alton Towers takes place over a weekend within Alton Towers Resort, the UK's largest theme park, with both the start and finish located inside the park grounds. The event offers a 5k, 10k, half marathon, and a 2k children's race, allowing adults, children, beginners, and experienced runners to select a suitable distance. The races are chip-timed, with a family-oriented approach: entry provides theme park access, a themed medal, complimentary race photos, and post-race treats. The course follows well-marked, smooth paths throughout the resort, featuring kilometre markers, mile markers, and marshals along the way. RunThrough is the organizer, and the race village serves as a meeting point for participants before and after their run. A significant attraction is the opportunity to access the theme park rides after finishing the race without requiring an additional park ticket. The event also partners with Birmingham Children's Hospital charity for places, with fundraising goals for certain entries.

Run Alton Towers Half Marathon, 10K & 5K 2026 Staffordshire, UK

The Run Alton Towers Half Marathon, 10K & 5K features chip-timed races within Alton Towers, located in Staffordshire, UK. Participants can select from a half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a children's race, accommodating families, novice runners, and those seeking a greater challenge. The course winds through the park grounds, distinct from typical town-road routes, setting this event apart from many local race weekends. It welcomes participants of all skill levels, with all finishers earning a distinctive themed medal. The event also supports Team Peter Pan.

Derby MoRun is a November running event held in Markeaton Park, Derby. It offers 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances, plus a 1.5k Mini MoRun for children. This event is part of the MoRunning series, which connects races across the country to support Movember fundraising and awareness. The routes are contained within Markeaton Park, focusing the day on a single Derby park instead of a point-to-point road race. The event is designed for everyday runners, families, children, and friends. MoBros, MoSistas, and Mini MoRunners are encouraged to participate, raise funds for Movember, and wear MoRunning attire like tees and running vests. The Mini MoRun for children is also chip timed.

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About 5K races in Derby

Derby Training Notes

Derby hosts 69 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Derby runners get plenty done without leaving town. The River Derwent gives the obvious line, and the Derby riverside path runs from Darley Abbey down to Pride Park. Markeaton Park, Allestree Park, Darley Park, Chaddesden Park and Derby Arboretum handle easy Z2 laps and steady intervals. The University quarter works well at night because Kedleston Road and Ashbourne Road have wide footpaths. Sinfin Running Club meets every Wednesday at 6:30pm from The Crossbar in Chellaston Park. Derwent Runners meet Tuesday and Thursday from Derby Rugby Club. The anchor races are Derbion Ramathon, RAM 5 Mile, Derby 10 Mile and Rolls-Royce Harriers Piggs Trophy 10km.

Derby riders use the city as a launch pad as much as a base. NCN cycle routes and regional routes get locals out toward The National Forest, the Peak District and quiet lanes. CTC Derby and Burton Cycling Club runs Sunday rides, Tuesday and Thursday weekday rides from Derby, and Wednesday pub rides. Derby Mercury, Ilkeston CC, Derby BMX club and Derby Cycling Group keep the scene broad, from TT legs to BMX and cyclocross talk. Derby Arena gives riders a 250-metre indoor track for training and racing. The climbs sit north, where the hillier parts push into the Derbyshire Peak Fringe and toward the Pennines. Derby Mercury Evening TT 6 25 Mile Championship on Long Lane gives the local anchor.

Summer months give Derby the best mix for runners and riders. Sinfin Running Club routes venture into southern Derby, along the canal, or around the surrounding countryside, and Derwent Runners swap in summer pub runs every third Tuesday. CTC Derby and Burton Cycling Club adds short Tuesday evening social rides from Derby. The Derwent Runners 4 lands on Sunday 21 June 2026, and the Sinfin 5 returns to Sinfin Moor Park on a flat, fast course. Winter changes the rhythm. Sinfin routes stick to well-lit pavement, locals lean on Pride Park and the University quarter, and riders keep base miles honest with Derby Arena sessions.