WELSHPOOL 10K RUN

The Welshpool 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 from nervous first-timers of all ages through to competitive runners.

ENTER 2024

Welshpool 10k 2023 Results & Pics!

RACE HQ START / FINISH

42 Broad Street, Welshpool,
Powys, SY21 7JQ

The event HQ & start/finish are a short walk from several car parks in the town centre.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE

Arrive in Welshpool: 8am

Warm Up: 8:40am

Race Start: 9am

PARKING

Travelling from Newtown, Aberystwyth and South Wales park in the public car park Berriew Rd, Welshpool, SY21 7SS – Please note you won’t have access to this car park after 845am.

Travelling from Chester, Wrexham, Oswestry, Shrewsbury park in the public car park Welshpool SY21 7DD

RESIDENTS INFORMATION

We aim to minimise 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 High street. The route has good pavement coverage so feel free to cheer on from all areas.

Slower Runners: Welshpool 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 WELSHPOOL 10K

Perfect for all 10K runners from nervous first timers through to experienced runners. An undulating and challenging one lap race that starts and finishes in the Town Centre on fully closed roads. The Route is a very fast start and finish and takes in the breathtaking Powis Castle.. Once you have completed the run, you will receive your own finishers medal!

Race Start / Finish

The Race Start / Finish will be full of music and flags. There will be a help desk at Race HQ for any last minute issues, The race village is just a short walk from the local park, car parks, retail shops, cafes and eatery’s.

Race Experience

We are keen to ensure that everyone regardless of their ability enjoys the day. Our generous race cut off time will allow everyone to get back into High Street, before we open the public roads. And at the finish line we will give out water and a unique medal.