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Upcoming 10K races near Southampton

This week 6

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Devil's Punchbowl 10k - July

Hindhead GU26 6AG · 53 km away

Run · trail · 10K

The Serpent Trail

Haslemere · 53 km away

Run · road · 10K

Reading · 77 km away

Run · road · 10K

Thursley Common 10km - July

Godalming GU8 6LW · 57 km away

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Gibbet Hill 10K

Haslmere · 52 km away

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Race For Life Guildford

Guildford · 69 km away

JUL 5

Run · road · 10K

Thatcham RG18 0XT · 64 km away

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Lightning Bolt 10K Race 3

Wiltshire · 78 km away

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Thruxton 10K Series July

Andover · 37 km away

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Thruxton 10K Series and Fun Runs - Race 3

Hampshire · 34 km away

Run · road · 10K

Thruxton 10k Series Round 3 & One Lap Fun Run

Andover, Hampshire · 37 km away

AUG 12

Run · road · 10K

Newbury Racecourse 5K, 10K & Half Marathon August

RG14 7PN · 56 km away

Run · trail · 10K

Ramsbury Gold 10K

Aldbourne · 62 km away

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Lightning Bolt 10K: Race 4

Wiltshire · 78 km away

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Frome Running Festival

Frome · 73 km away

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Ramsbury Gold 10k

Marlborough SN8 2NN · 64 km away

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Ramsbury Gold 10km

Aldbourne · 58 km away

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Itchen Valley Summer Challenge Race 2

Southampton · 6 km away

Run · trail · 10K

Trail Trot 5K, 10K, Marathon & Ultra

Lancing · 78 km away

Run · road · 10K

Totton Running Club 10K Road Race

Copythorne · 11 km away

Run · trail · 10K

Henley River - 10k & Half Marathon

Henley-on-Thames · 79 km away

Run · trail · 10K

Arundel Castle 10K

Arundel · 59 km away

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Totton Running Club 10k

SOUTHAMPTON · 12 km away

SEP 13

Run · road · 10K

Silent Pool 10k - September

Guildford GU5 9BW · 74 km away

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Silent Pool 10K

Guildford · 69 km away

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Shere 42K, Half Marathon & 10K

Shere · 78 km away

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Lulworth Cove Trail Races

West Lulworth · 68 km away

Run · road · 10K

MCC Promotions Sandown Shanklin Isle of Wight Seafront 10K

Sandown PO36 8QB · 33 km away

Run · trail · 10K

SOX 10K Trail Race

Wallingford · 78 km away

Run · road · 10K

Racing Line SOX 10km

Woodcote · 74 km away

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Garmin New Forest Marathon

Brockenhurst · 15 km away

Run · trail · 10K

Henley-on-Thames · 79 km away

Run · trail · 10K

Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge

Henley-on-Thames · 79 km away

Run · road · 10K

Round The Lakes 10K

Poole · 45 km away

Run · road · 10K

Winchester · 13 km away

Run · road · 10K

Devizes · 64 km away

Southampton · 80 km

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Recurring 10K races near Southampton

Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly

Sonning Common 10K

The Sonning Common 10K begins at Sonning Common Primary School, with the school playground serving as race HQ for a 9:30am start. This chip-timed 10K takes place in early October, organized by volunteers to raise funds for the primary school. While still a new and small event, it attracts club runners as it's included in club championship schedules. Participants receive a Jane Fonda-style aerobics warm-up before the start, deviating from the typical pre-race quiet shuffling. The course departs Sonning Common village, proceeding onto quieter local roads before entering the South Oxfordshire countryside. It features trail sections, a steady ascent through woodland, a descent on country roads, and concludes with a final two kilometers back into the village. Autumn colors may be visible on race morning, complementing the lane and woodland character of the route. The participants include local runners, club athletes, and individuals supporting the school fundraiser, with volunteers essential for the event's operation.

Southampton Half Marathon & 10K

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.

Siren Craft Brew 10K

The Siren Craft Brew 10K is a multi-terrain 10km race starting and finishing at Siren Craft Brew Tap Yard in Wokingham, Berkshire (RG40 4RF). The 11:00 am start time and location create an atmosphere more akin to a brewery gathering with a run, rather than a typical road race. The course is clearly marked and uses chip timing, providing immediate results post-finish. All finishers receive a metal beer-themed medal, a Siren Craft Brewery 10km glass, and a half pint of beer or a non-alcoholic alternative. The event features live music and food vendors, and the Mother's Day edition includes a special gift for mothers.

Phillips Law Basingstoke Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

The Phillips Law Basingstoke Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K offer runners three distances on a single autumn race day in Basingstoke. Destination Basingstoke organizes the event, sponsored by Phillips Law. The setup accommodates half-marathon participants, shorter-distance racers, corporate teams, families, volunteers, charities, and local businesses. The available facts do not provide a detailed route, but they indicate a strong community and workplace focus. Team Phillips has supported the Basingstoke Running Festival for over ten years, with its runners participating in both the Half Marathon corporate team category and the Corporate 10K. The festival also raises funds for local charities, such as The Pink Place, which supports individuals affected by cancer.

Southampton Half Marathon & 10K October 2026

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.

Semi-Marathon Bournemouth

The coastal waterfront is the point of this one: a half marathon built around running along the littoral, with the sea close enough that the “smell of the ocean” feels like part of the pacing plan. It has the feel of a straightforward running day rather than a big production, using that “magnificent coastal city” setting as its main character. Expect a course that keeps pulling you back toward the shore and the finish line, the kind of route where the view and the air do some of the work when your legs start asking questions. The field is pitched at both the seasoned runner and the passionate beginner, so it should suit someone chasing a solid effort as much as someone taking on the distance for the first time.

Running Grand Prix Goodwood October

2026 FOOBS Trail and Fun Runs

FOOBS Trail and Fun Runs is a 10 km trail race on the outskirts of Old Basing, near Basingstoke in Hampshire. It is run in October and is located at Basingstoke RG24 7DA, United Kingdom. The event welcomes runners of all ages and abilities, aimed at a broad local field rather than exclusively fast club runners. This is the 11th edition of the race, with its main appeal stemming from a short trail format close to Old Basing and a setup that includes both trail racing and fun runs.

Worthing Seafront 10k 2026

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 October 2026

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.

Lightning Bolt Fast 10K Race 5

The Lightning Bolt 10K, Race 5, is a rural 10k held near Langley Burrell, close to Chippenham in England's South West. It begins at 10:30 on a Sunday and is designed for rapid road running. The officially measured course features only 14 metres of elevation, and organizers state it is the South West's fastest and flattest 10k. The event is UKA/Run Britain registered, employs chip timing, and is suitable for many runners, from novices to elite athletes aiming for quick times. The start is approximately a 1k walk from Race HQ, and the finish is 500 metres from base. Mile markers are placed along the course, pacers are available for target times between 35 and 75 minutes, and the cut-off time is 1 hour 15 minutes. Race 5 also serves as the venue for the South West Club/Team Championships, offering awards for mixed, male, and female teams, alongside prizes for the largest team presence and the club demonstrating the most spirit. The rural location necessitates an unusual instruction: runners are advised on safely passing horses, which includes announcing their approach, slowing down, passing with ample space, and stopping if a horse shows distress. Course records are 30:08 for men and 32:49 for women, indicating a genuinely fast pace at the front.

Clock Change Challenge Autumn

The Clock Change Challenge Autumn is a road race day held at Calne Community Campus in Calne, Wiltshire, with the start located at SN11 0SP. It features accurately measured 10K and 5K races, alongside a 1.5K Fun Run, catering to league runners, new adult participants, younger runners, and families on the same morning. The 10K is included in the Wiltshire Road Race League as Race 8. The 10K is open to individuals aged 15 and above, and the 5K is open to participants aged 11 and up. All 10K and 5K finishers will receive a custom event medal, and Fun Run finishers will also receive a medal. The course records are 30:27 and 36:42 for the 10K, and 15:10 and 18:05 for the 5K.

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About 10K races in Southampton

Southampton Training Notes

Southampton hosts 67 10K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Southampton Common is the default start line for base miles, parkrun, and midweek intervals. The classic loop gives locals 2-5 km on traffic-free tarmac and gravel, while the lakes and woodland route gives 5-7 km past small woodland paths and lake circuits. The Central Parks chain links Watts, East, Palmerston, Houndwell, and Hoglands for flat city-centre miles. Ocean Village to Mayflower Park gives 4-7 km with cruise ships and ferries as moving landmarks. Lordshill Road Runners meet Monday evenings at Taunton's College, and ABP Southampton Marathon Festival anchors the year.

Southampton riders get useful Z2 from the Southampton Cycle Network, especially routes 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6 through Western, Eastern, Northern, and Bevois Valley lines. Southampton University Road Club rides Wednesdays and Sunday mornings from the Redbrick, outside Chaimberlain Halls, or behind the Shell Garage at the top of the Avenue. Southampton CTC covers Southampton, Romsey, Eastleigh, Chandler's Ford, and Waterside, with rides from 10 to 50+ miles. Mottisfont gives riders a 27mi round trip with 36% traffic-free. Old Winchester Hill is where locals go when flat legs need climbing work.

May, June, July, August, and September are the cleanest months for stacking run volume and long rides. Southampton's sheltered, low-lying spot near Southampton Water keeps summer training warm by UK standards, and the city has held the UK June temperature record since 1976. Locals keep summer evenings simple with waterfront runs, Common laps, club rides, and steady Z2 toward Netley Abbey, Romsey, or Mottisfont. Winter changes the surface choice more than the mindset, so runners lean on tarmac, compacted gravel, and Common sessions while riders keep the cycle network, CTC miles, and shorter endurance loops ticking over.