Wilmslow Summer 10K 2025 Race Booklet
Wilmslow Summer 10K
SUNDAY 13TH JULY 2025, 09:15AM
SK9 1 HG
IMPORTANT RACE DAY INSTRUCTIONS - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
We are looking forward to seeing you at the Wilmslow Summer 10K 2025!
We still have very limited spaces available, if you have family or friends wanting to join you, please ask them to enter as soon as possible!
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 race is fully licensed by UKA - 29756 & Course measurement certified - 23/287.
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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!
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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!
EVENT POSTCODE: SK9 1HG
RACE HQ: Run North West, St Anne's Parade, Wilmslow SK9 1HG.
TRAVEL AND PARKING:
Please 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 at all main entrances into Wilmslow Town Centre, they will direct you into the most appropriate car park.
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 (0.2 Miles).
Please car share where possible to ease congestion on race day.
NUMBER COLLECTION
Race numbers are now available for advance collection from our Run North West Wilmslow Store with free parking (2 St Ann's Parade. SK9 1HG) or can be picked up on the morning of the race at Race HQ from 07:15AM. 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.
EXCLUSIVE 15% OFF RETAIL: USE CODE 'RNW15'
If you pick your race number up from store in advance of race day, you can enjoy a 15% discount on full priced items. For online purchases, please use the code 'RNW15'
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Event Village
Our Race HQ and Event Village is 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
The finish is on Mobberley Road/Sandy Lane (Wilmslow). The finish is just over a mile away from the start line/Race HQ. To minimise overcrowding, we ask spectators not to come to the finish area, as the area gets very congested and busy with runners. As it is a mile from the start, we would be very grateful if you would consider asking friends and family to wait in the comfort of Wilmslow.
Approximately 400 meters from the finish is the large carpark of Hickory's/Premier Inn and this is a good meeting place where you will also find refreshments. Hickory's Smokehouse will be open from 10:30am (booking advisable). There will also be a coffee van at the same location. Please note you will not be able to park at this location on race day.
Please keep moving once you have crossed the finish line. Do not stay in the finish funnel as this needs to be kept clear for those who will be continuing to cross the finish line.
At the finish you will be rewarded with your Run North West finishers medal, water and snack bar.
Approximately 400 meters after the finish you will arrive onto Altrincham Road which runs directly back to Wilmslow Town Centre. Please be aware that this road is open and traffic will be flowing as normal. Please keep to the footpaths.
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MEDAL
Check out the Wilmslow Summer 10K bespoke collectable sunflower medal for 2025!
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OPTIONAL T-SHIRT
Any t-shirts that have been pre-purchased will be available for pick up on race day from Race HQ, 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.
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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
Where possible please leave your belongings in your cars. We have a limited bag drop for anyone cycling or coming by public transport to the race.
TOILETS
There will be ample portable toilet facilities across the road from Race HQ at the Leisure Centre 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 RESULTS PAGE as soon as possible after the race has finished, 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”, alternatively contact run@runnorthwest.co.uk where we will put you in touch with Nifty Entries.
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.
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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 Summer 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 Summer 10K. This virtual option is INSTEAD of joining us on race day.
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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 race is on fully closed roads. The course has been measured and is certified to be an accurate 10K course | Course Number 23/287
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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!
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