Wilmslow Summer raceday booklet
Wilmslow Summer 10K
SUNDAY 12th JULY 2026, 9:15AM
SK9 5EB
IMPORTANT RACE DAY INSTRUCTIONS - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
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We are looking forward to seeing you at the Wilmslow Summer 10K 2026!
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 licenced by UKA - 31502 & 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: 7:15 AM
WHEELCHAIR RACE START TIME : 9:10 AM
START TIME: 9:15 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 5EB
RACE HQ: Run North West, 1 Kings Close, Wilmslow, SK9 5EB
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
Run North West has paid for parking in the Cheshire East carparks at Rex/Hoopers & Sainsburys to allow for a smooth race day experience!
Please note if you stay past 12 noon then you will need to pay for parking if you park in these car parks, please see local signage!
Please car share where possible to ease congestion on race day.
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).
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NUMBER COLLECTION
Race numbers are now available for advance collection from our Run North West Wilmslow Store with free parking (1 Kings Close, Wilmslow, SK9 5EB) 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 members 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.
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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!
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NOMIO - EXCLUSIVELY FOR ALL PARTICPANTS
Exclusively for Wilmslow Summer 10K we've teamed up with Nomio to provide a free box (RRP £20)
Race day partners Nomio will be gifting to you via your race number on the day!
Nomio is a natural performance enhancer clinically proven to reduce lactate
Clinically tested with top athletes for over a decade.
Designed to meet the demands of high-intensity training and competition, it's a shot for the days when being at your best matters most.
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SIS Nutrition Partnership
We are delighted to announce SIS as our new events nutrition partner. SIS will supply all finish line nutrition bars and the option of a pre-race gel enhancing your race day experience.
Make sure to check out their full range of products available at Run North West here!
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COURSE & CHEER ZONES!
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 course itself is sadly limited for spectating. Two options but with limited parking are suggested!
The best options that we recommend are Brook Lane corner & Morley Green Village - see below map highlighting where these are.
Assemble your squad and arrive in plenty of time to cheer the runners on in these spots!
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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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MEDAL
Check out the Wilmslow Summer 10K bespoke medal for 2026!
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PRIZES
Presentations will take place straight after the race for top 5 male and female in the wheelchair & running race based on gun times
For Wilmslow Summer 10K we offer the below prize structure as Run North West store vouchers!
1st - £500
2nd - £250
3rd - £150
4th - £125
5th - £100
Plus for performances breaking the following times we offer an extra cash prize listed below for Women & Men!
£100 sub 32:00 & sub 29:00
£250 sub 31:30 & sub 28:30
£250 sub 31:00 & sub 28:00
Additional £250 cash bonus for breaking the course record.
Womens - 32:33
Mens - 28:28
VET PRIZES
Prizes for first Vet in all age groups from V35 in 5-year increments plus the first U20 (one prize per individual, male and female) will be emailed out and based on chip times.
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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 10:00am (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 SIS 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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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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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 at the Leisure Centre and limited toilets inside the Leisure Centre for participant use.
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
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.
We 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.
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!
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”
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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Our official race charity partner for Wilmslow Summer 10k is The Christie Charity.
The Christie Charity provides enhanced services over and above what the NHS funds. They have been one of our official charity partners since 2017, since then you have helped us raise over £125,000 (figure correct as at Feb 2025).
Make every mile count by fundraising for The Christie Charity. For more information or to sign up, click yes to the charity in your registration and they will be in touch.
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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.
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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 2026 Wilmslow Summer 10K. This virtual option is INSTEAD of joining us on race day.