Wilmslow Festive 10k 2025 Race Booklet
WILMSLOW FESTIVE 10K
SUNDAY 23 NOVEMBER 2025, 9:15AM
SK9 1BU
IMPORTANT RACE DAY INSTRUCTIONS - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
We are looking forward to seeing you at the sold out Wilmslow Festive 10K 2025!
This race information email includes everything you need to know about the start, finish, number collection, parking and much more. We aim to have provided you with all the information you need for race day below. If you have any further questions please follow this link to check our event FAQ's.
This year we have slight changes to Race HQ so please read this booklet carefully. Number collection, Baggage, pre paid t-shirts and Toilets will be at Wilmslow Leisure Centre (SK9 1BU). Our Brand try-on Village will be located at our new store (SK9 5EB). The start location remains the same, with a 5 minute walk between the three locations in Wilmslow town centre.
Please note - as the finish area is on narrow country lanes, it will be participant only and not available for spectators due to the safety and comfort of all runners.
We do not operate a wait list for this event, however we do offer the option to transfer your place to another runner free of charge. We do not offer transfers to other RNW races. Please see our Transfer section below for more details.
This race is fully licensed by UKA - 30064 & Course measurement certified - 23/287.
START LIST
This is one of our biggest races of the year and we have a commitment to the local community to start the race on time so that roads can be re-opened.
Thank you for choosing a Run North West race!
RACE HQ OPENS: 07:15 AM
WHEELCHAIR RACE START TIME : 09:10 AM
START TIME: 09:15 AM
START LOCATION: WILMSLOW TOWN CENTRE - OPPOSITE HOOPERS
Please ensure you are prepared, warmed up and on the start line by 9:00 AM as the race must start promptly!
RACE HQ
Number collection, Bag Drop & T-shirt collection
Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Station Road, SK9 1BU.
Brand Village
Run North West Store, 1 Kings Close, SK9 5EB
TRAVEL AND PARKING
Please car share as much as possible to reduce congestion in Wilmslow, and be aware that the A34, A538 & Alderley Road can become congested with traffic coming into Wilmslow for this event. Please leave plenty of time to park & attend race HQ if required.
CAR AND PARKING FACILITIES
There will be marshals on hand in Wilmslow Town Centre, they will direct you into the most appropriate car park.
Run North West has specially paid for parking in all Cheshire East car parks in Wilmslow until 1PM so no need to pay, just park & head to Race HQ! Should you decide to stay beyond 1pm, then please pay the appropriate charges.
BIKE
There are bike storage areas at Everybody Leisure, Wilmslow, SK9 1BU
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
The closest train station (on foot) to Race HQ is Wilmslow (0.1 Miles).
Please car share where possible to ease congestion on race day.
NUMBER COLLECTION
Race numbers are now available for advance collection from our brand new Run North West store! (1 Kings Close, Wilmslow, SK9 5EB) or can be picked up on the morning of the race at
Wilmslow Leisure Centre (SK9 1BU) from 7:15AM.
You can also pick up family, friends and running club numbers in advance, just make sure you have their date of birth to hand. Please note we do not post numbers out to help reduce the significant amount of waste this creates and do our bit to help the planet.
STORE OPENING HOURS:
Mon-Sat 9:30-5:30
Sun: 10:00-4:00
If you are unable to make it into store, you can still pick up on the morning of race day from our Race HQ from 07:15AM.
Brand Village
Our Brand Village which is located at our new store (1 Kings Close, SK9 5EB) this year hosting a number of top running shoe brands who are with us on the morning showcasing their newest releases. Be sure to arrive early so you can chat with the brands, try-on and even race the 10K in the latest racing shoes! 
FINISH LINE - PARTICIPANTS ONLY
To maximise participant safety we have taken the precaution of making the finish line area participants only.
Due to the finish area being on narrow country lanes it becomes very congested at the peak finish times between runners and spectators.
Being spectator-free will allow volunteers and our medical team the space to monitor and then assist any finishers.
We thank you for your support in keeping your friends and family safe.
Spectators can still enjoy the race build up and start in Wilmslow. Once started we recommend enjoying the facilities in Wilmslow town centre and arranging to meet up back here, the finish is about one mile from Wilmslow town centre.
You also have the option to meet outside Hickory's on Altrincham Road which is just outside the restricted finish area, around 400 metres after the finish. Please note you are not able to park in the Hickory's car park.
MEDAL
Check out the Wilmslow Festive 10K bespoke collectable bauble-themed medal for 2025. We hope it looks great on your Christmas tree!
OPTIONAL T-SHIRT
Any t-shirts that have been pre-purchased will be available for pick up on race day from Race HQ (SK9 1BU) , you can collect these before or after the race. Please note t-shirts are pre-order only and won't be available to buy on the day. If you are unsure if you have ordered a t-shirt please check the start list here.
MUSIC PLAYERS/HEADPHONES
We strongly advise against the use of personal music players or headphones during the race, as this can restrict your ability to hear safety instructions from marshals or unexpected events.
WATER
Bottled water will be provided as usual, for anyone who doesn't bring their own. We do use a responsible supplier for our water (as well as being ZERO to landfill) their bottles are made out of recycled plastic and are 100% recyclable. Water will be available at the half-way point of the race and at the finish line.
It's important that you either hand your empty bottles back to us before you leave the finish area or take the bottle home with you to recycle.
MEDICAL SERVICES
First aid is situated at various points along the course. Should you feel unwell during the race please let your nearest marshal know so we can arrange for medics to get to you as soon as possible. If you come across anyone injured or in distress, please report it to the nearest marshal who will be in contact with our event team and our first aid providers. First aid is also available at the start and finish areas.
It is incredibly important to also fill in your personal details section on the reverse of your race number. This greatly assists the medical staff, should you require first aid or medical treatment!
BAG DROP
Bag drop is available at Wilmslow Leisure Centre, along with number collection and toilets (SK9 1BU). Please leave baggage in cars where possible.
TOILETS
There will be ample portable toilet facilities at Wilmslow Leisure Centre (SK9 1BU) and limited toilets inside the Leisure Centre for participant use.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Our race day pictures will be free to download and linked to your results as soon as possible after the event. A link can be found on our EVENT PAGE. You can also use the new photo recognition technology to find your pictures.
RESULTS
Timing and results will be available on our EVENT PAGE as soon as you finish, simply click on the link. If you entered your mobile number into your entry details you should receive a text as you cross the finish line.
After the results are published, if you spot any issues or errors please contact Nifty Entries our results provider by clicking on the “query a result button”
PRIZES
Top 5 Male and Female prizes will be presented straight after the race and will be based on gun times. Vet prizes will be sent out via email and based on chip times.
All prizes are equal for male and females, they will be awarded to the top 5 finishers as well as the first Vet in all age groups from V35 to V85+ in 5-year increments plus the first U20 (one prize per individual, male and female).
VOLUNTEERS
Our wonderful volunteers have given up their free time to come and help us on race day, please give them a smile or thank you when you see them! If you would like to volunteer at one of our events, please email
volunteers@runnorthwest.co.uk.
NUMBERS
Numbers must be attached to the front of your vest, please do not fold/cut/deface it in anyway. The timing chip is attached to the back of your number and is detected when you cross the start and the finish. Please do not run around the outside of the mat area or your time will not be recorded.
Please also take the time to fill in your emergency contact details on the reverse of the number prior to running, in the unfortunate event of an emergency, these can help medics to treat you swiftly and appropriately.
Please DO NOT run in someone else’s number as it is against UKA rules, it can cause problems with the results and could also cause a lot of distress should there be an incident and the wrong family is contacted.
TRANSFERS
If you can no longer make the race and wish to transfer your entry to someone else, you can do this by clicking THIS LINK
Transfers are free of charge and any monies transferring hands needs to be a direct agreement between the two parties. If you transfer your number after collecting it from our store, then please note you will need to give the number to the person you have transferred it to. Please be very careful if buying or selling an entry on social media as sadly some scams do occur.
Please note as per the terms and conditions of entry, we do not offer refunds or transfers to other races due to the upfront costs of each event.
VIRTUAL RACE OPTION
If you would prefer to run the Wilmslow Festive 10K virtually, we have created a virtual option to allow you to still get involved, run the 10K virtually and earn yourself our iconic medal!
To opt for the virtual race please click THIS LINK. As well as the option to transfer to another person, there will also be an option to transfer to the Virtual race.
PLEASE NOTE: If you take the option to transfer into the virtual race, you will NOT have an entry to run the 2025 Wilmslow Festive 10K. This virtual option is INSTEAD of joining us on race day.
COURSE
The course offers a town centre start with the fantastic atmosphere you would expect in a town centre, passing through the leafy residential streets of Wilmslow followed by the perfect mix of flat running and countryside scenery.
The lightening quick first 5K sets you up perfectly for a personal best attempt. Save some strength for the one small hill within the 8th kilometre!
The finish is 1 mile from the start area.
The race is on fully closed roads. The course has been measured and is certified to be an accurate 10K course | Course Number 23/287
Wilmslow 10km course
Wilmslow 10km elevation
PACERS
Our fantastic pacer team will be on hand to deliver you to your desired time on a consistent pace! We have pacers from 35 minutes all the way to 75 minutes, all at 2.5 minute intervals!
OFFICIAL RACE CHARITY
Our official race charity partner is The Christie Charity - The Christie Charity provides enhanced services over and above what the NHS funds.
The Christie have been one of our official charity partners since 2017, since then you have helped us raise over £133,000 (as of October 2025)
If you want to raise funds for The Christie Charity at this race please follow this link to request your sponsorship pack!
STILL TIME TO ENTER...
Check out our upcoming races which sell out every year, get entered & look forward to more amazing 10K's done the Run North West way!
