5K races near Hednesford

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 & 5K offers runners a chance to race within Alton Towers Resort, the UK's largest theme park. Both the half marathon and 5K events take place on the same November morning, with the half marathon beginning before the 5K. This format suits novice runners, those aiming for a personal best, and families looking for a race day combined with park enjoyment. The course winds through the resort on a well-marked route, featuring kilometre markers, mile signs, and marshals guiding participants to the finish line beneath the RunThrough gantry. Your entry provides access to the theme park, a themed medal, chip-timed results, complimentary race photos, post-race treats, and an event village offering food, beverages, and partner promotions.

The Derby MoRun is a November running event held at Markeaton Park in Derby. It starts at 09:30 on a Saturday and offers distances for various runners. Adults can select the 5k, 10k, or half marathon, and children can participate in the 1.5k Mini MoRun, which is fully chip-timed. This event is part of the larger MoRunning series and connects the day's runs to Movember, the men's health charity that addresses prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. The course is situated within Markeaton Park, near Ashbourne Road and Queensway. This keeps the event in a single, accessible Derby park location, avoiding a city-wide route. The event is designed for everyday runners, families, children, friends, first-time participants, and those aiming for a timed personal best. All finishers get a MoRunning medal and headband, along with refreshments. The Movember theme extends to the prizes, with bonus medals for the fastest MoBro and MoSista, and special awards for best dressed, best moustache, and other Movember-themed efforts. Participants can also contribute through donations during registration or by setting up fundraising pages via Movember or JustGiving.

The Birmingham Running Festival takes place in December at Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield. The start and finish area is located near Park Road. Participants can select from a half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a Junior race. This event accommodates both individuals participating in their first organised run and those aiming for a final personal best before the year concludes. The half marathon begins in the morning, followed sequentially by the 10K, 5K, and the Junior race. The park setting is central to the event, offering a large green space within Birmingham as opposed to a city-street course. The day is intended to be friendly and festive, welcoming friends and families to attend for the shorter races or the children's event, in addition to the longer distances. The race also benefits local charities, including the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, which delivers pre-hospital emergency care, and Birmingham Children's Hospital.

The ATW Mallory Park Winter Run features several races at Mallory Park Motor Racing Circuit: a half marathon, 10k, 5k, and Fun Run. The unique aspect is the location: runners race on a motor racing circuit instead of streets or lanes. The event is designed for cold-weather running, with options from a family Fun Run to a fast, flat half marathon. The course follows the circuit, offering closed-road running, consistent footing, and a venue suited for speed. The 5k is for a moderate winter challenge, while the 10k is for those seeking a tougher race. Wheelchair participants begin with the half marathon, and the Fun Run welcomes all ages and fitness levels, creating a diverse field compared to a typical club race.