Wilmslow Festive 10K 2024
The Wilmslow Festive 10K is our traditional festive curtain raiser, helping to kick start the season – whether you are chasing an end of year PB or looking forward to the Christmas fancy dress.
This race is now sold out with 5000 entries and we look forward to seeing you all on the start line! We do not operate a waiting list for this event, nor will there be any entries on the day. Please see the transfers section below for more information. The full race day information will be emailed to all participants week commencing 4th November and will also be added to this page.
We always wish to encourage a strong field at our races, even after they have sold out. Please refer to our Elite Entry policy for further information
Starting in the town centre of Wilmslow this one lap course is perfect for fast times ran on scenic country roads, before finishing on Mobberley Road/Sandy Lane.
Event Postcode: SK9 1HG
The race is licenced by UKA.
LOCATION
WilmslowSK9 1HG
LOCATION
WilmslowSK9 1HG
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KM MARKERS
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DRINK
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BAG DROP
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FIRST AID
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TOILETS
Elevation Profile
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Chip timing
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Pacers from 35-80 mins
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Bespoke medal to all finishers
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Optional Commemorative
Technical Finishers T-Shirt -
Post Race Snack
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First Aid
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Toilets
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Drinks Station (Halfway Point & Finish)
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FREE to Download High Res Images
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FREE Parking at in Wilmslow
The course offers a town centre start with a fantastic atmosphere, passing through the leafy residential streets of Wilmslow followed by the perfect mix of flat running and countryside scenery. The lightning quick first 5K sets you up perfectly for a personal best attempt.
This race is ran on fully closed roads. The course has been measured and is certified to be an accurate 10K course.
We will close entries as soon as we reach our limit.
When the race sells out, we do not operate an official waiting list for this event, nor will there be any entries on the day. Please enter ASAP to avoid disappointment.
Prizes
Presentations will take place straight after the race for top 5 male and female finishers based on gun times. Vet prizes will be sent out via email in the following week 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).
Entry Fees
Club
Runner
Non - Club
Runner
Event Travel
Car and parking facilities
Event Postcode: SK9 1HG.
Where possible please car share 🚗 to ease congestion, traffic and help save the environment 🌍!
There is ample FREE parking within Wilmslow Town Centre on Sunday’s. The race booklet will have the details of the parking we have secured for the event, or recommended parking areas
Bike
There are bike storage areas at Everybody Leisure, Wilmslow SK9 1BU.
Public Transport
The closest train station/tram stop (on foot) to Race HQ is Wilmslow. Across the road from Race HQ and 0.2 miles from the start line.
Transfers
If you are no longer able to join us on race day, you have the following 2 free of charge options:
1) You can transfer your race place to another person.
2) You can transfer to our virtual race option and run the race in your own time up to a month after race day to earn your unique collectable medal!
To make one of the above changes simply click HERE. Then click 'Transfer Entry' and follow the instructions.
Transfers can be made up until midnight Saturday 23rd November.
*Please note as per our T&C's of entry, we do not offer refunds or transfers to other Run North West events.
Water
Bottled water will be provided. We do use a responsible supplier for our water (as well as being ZERO to landfill), their bottles are made out of 51% recycled plastic and are 100% recyclable.
Results
Results are available immediately on on the link below
If you enter your mobile number in your race entry sign up, you will receive a text message as you cross the finish line with your results.
Event Village
We have most of our fantastic retail running brands joining us in our Event Village at Race HQ. We will have try-on opportunities from many of our retail partners. More information will be available in our race booklet. Make sure you pop and say hi to them and try on some of their latest shoes!
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. Make every mile count by fundraising for them, for more information or to sign up, click yes to the charity in your registration and they will be in touch.
The Christie have been one of our official charity partners since 2017, since then you have helped us raise over £1,000,000.
