ELLESMERE 10K RUN

The Ellesmere 10k brings together an active community of people taking part in sporting events for reasons ranging from fitness, competition, charity, health, fun or to simply finish. The participants vary of all ages and all abilities of the runner.

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RACE HQ START / FINISH

Scotland Street in the centre of Ellesmere

RACE DAY SCHEDULE

Arrive in Ellesmere: 8 am

Warm Up: 8:45 am

Race Start: 9 am

PARKING

The town centre has multiple car parks for runners and spectators to use. This will be a 5 minute walk from the start/finish area.

RESIDENTS INFORMATION

We aim to minimize disruption for residents on race day. Here is some information to help you get about during the race. You won’t be able to drive on roads that are closed. Many roads will only be closed for a short period. If you live on the route and will need to leave by car during the road closure we advise that you move your car before the closure starts at 8:15am. If you are travelling into the town, please follow the diversion routes to avoid the closed roads.

Spectator Information: The race will take place on fully closed roads for the safety of the runners and the volunteers, therefore we ask that you listen to Marshals and stay off the course until runners have passed. We suggest that spectators watch the start and start and finish on Scotland Street/High Street. The route has good pavement/verge coverage so feel free to cheer on from all areas.

Slower Runners: Ellesmere 10K is a running event and for all runners and safety is key for everyone. The roads are closed by the permission of the council. The race cut off time is 90 minutes. Roads will re-open in line with this pace. If you fall behind this pace, for your own safety you may be asked to withdraw from the race.

ABOUT ELLESMERE 10K

The race offers a lovely route for all runners. It takes in the centre of Ellesmere at the start and finish with a nice countryside section that includes the amazing grounds of Ellesmere College.

Once you have completed the run, you will receive your own finishers medal and goodies!

Minimum Ages

Min age 15 years old.

Race Start / Finish

The Race start and finish will be a short walk to multiple car parks parking allowing to leave your valuables in your car. We will have music playing and a help desk for any last-minute questions.

Race Experience

We are keen to ensure that everyone regardless of their ability enjoys the day. We aim to have 1 water station around halfway around the 10k route and by the start and finish area for all runners. Please can we encourage you to bring a suitable bottle to run with. At the finish line we will give you your medal and let you enjoy the atmosphere.

Ellesmere 10k Route

The route offers a great blend of fast sections and some small inclines. We have a little bit of everything including Ellesmere centre roads and countryside lanes with lovely views.