5K races near Oadby

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.

Irchester Spooktacular is a Halloween night run at Irchester Country Park, featuring a 5k race and a 2k Family Fun Run on the same evening. Registration opens on Royal Meadow from 5:00 PM, the family run starts at 6:00 PM, and the 5k follows at 7:00 PM. The 5k is for runners aged 11 and over, while the 2k is open from age 4, with under-11s requiring an adult companion. Both routes utilize the park’s woodland trails and tracks, primarily on hard-packed surfaces. Runners must bring a head torch as the event takes place after dark. The courses are marked and marshalled, with professional first aid available at the start and finish. Fancy dress is encouraged. Race Harborough organizes the event, and the Halloween theme extends to the finish line: all participants receive a medal, free event photos, sweet treats, and a bag of Halloween chocolates.

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.

The Northampton Halloween Run is a six-hour timed race on a flat out-and-back trail, starting at 9:00 am with a Halloween theme. Runners complete laps within the time limit, allowing them to finish any distance from 5K up to a half marathon. This format suits those seeking a short run and those planning to stay out longer. The course offers consistent terrain and requires no navigation. The task is straightforward: maintain pace, make the turn, and track laps. A related Halloween Trick or Trot Run in Kansas City’s Mill Creek Park provides 5K, 10K, and 13.1-mile choices. It is open to runners and walkers of all ages and paces, with free Halloween candy distributed post-race. Its wave start system may lead to popular start times filling before registration closes.

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 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.

Rumble In The Jumble VI is a six-hour timed run on flat railway paths, structured around repeated laps instead of a single fixed race distance. Runners may stop after reaching targets like 5K, 10K, or a half marathon, or continue within the time limit. The course follows a flat out-and-back route on a disused railway line, primarily on tarmac with a brief trail section. Each lap measures approximately 3.28 to 4.37 miles. The route is traffic-free and requires no navigation, allowing the day to focus on pacing, lap counting, and deciding your running distance.

The Medal Madness Winter is an end-of-year running event held at Shipley Country Park in Derbyshire. It follows the format of the organizer’s 6-hour runs, but with a simpler, more unique concept: finishers receive a random medal from the organizer’s current stock, rather than one created specifically for the event. The race was established to utilize medals remaining from previous events, often due to registered participants not collecting theirs. This waste-reduction approach also allows for a lower entry fee, as no new medals require purchasing. The outcome is a low-key winter event where the surprise medal is integral to the experience, and the day also functions as the organizer’s closing event for the season.

The Kettering Christmas 10k & 5k is a festive running event held at Wicksteed Park in Kettering, Northamptonshire. Organized by GBR Run, it begins at 10:00 am from the NN15 6NJ section of the park. Participants can select the 10K or 5K race, which also features a 3K and a Kids Dash. The event focuses on seasonal running rather than a standard road race, encouraging participants to wear festive costumes. The races are chip-timed, with results verified and published from past editions. All finishers will receive a custom medal, and festive treats will be available post-run.

The ATW Nottingham Holme Run in December takes place at the National Water Sports Centre in Nottingham, on the regatta lake site. Organised by ATW Events, the course is a traffic-free, flat tarmac route, suitable for runners aiming for a fast time or those seeking a simple, low-stress run. It is licensed by UK Athletics, with officially measured distances and chip-timed results published on Power of 10. The route circles the regatta lake on smooth paths, free from road crossings or vehicle traffic. The event includes ATW's standard race-day additions: custom medals, free event photos, and refreshments at the finish. A free fun run for families takes place before the half marathon, requiring no prior booking. Alzheimer’s Research UK is the partner charity, with options to donate or fundraise during entry.

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.

Irchy Park Canicross is a 5K trail run for runners with dogs at Irchester Country Park in Northamptonshire, starting at 9am from near the top car park. It is a canicross event, meaning each runner covers the route with a four-legged partner. Race-day registration opens from 8am in a gazebo on the Little Meadow, where timing numbers or chips are collected. The course is marked and uses grass, dirt, and hard-packed tracks through the country park woodland. A staggered start provides runners and dogs with more space, with marshals, Race Harborough volunteers, and professional first aid covering the route. The event is suitable for experienced canicross pairs and newcomers, with experts available to offer advice. Finishers receive medals, leading runners get prizes, and dogs receive treats at the finish.