Registration and village open
Collect your race number and any pre-ordered T-shirt. Bag drop, toilets and the first coffee of the day.
Sunday, 18 July 2027
Know the plan.
Enjoy the race.
What happens when, from the first coffee to the last song. Times are provisional until the runner guide is published in race week.
Race morning
The
timetable.
Provisional. The final timings are confirmed in the runner guide, published in race week.
Vehicle entrance closes
No vehicle movement through the cricket club entrance on Carr Lane after this point. Arrive early and follow the parking marshals.
Walk to the start
Runners are led together from the cricket club to the start on the riverbank, about ten minutes' walk.
10k start
Line up sensibly for your pace, find your pacer if you want one, and follow every marshal instruction.
Kids' fun run
Once the 10k is in, the children take over. Every finisher gets something to take home.
Presentation
Trophies and prizes for the first three men and women and the age-group winners. Full results published online.
The afternoon
Food from the venue, dessert and coffee traders, bouncy castles, face painting, games and music through the afternoon.
Evening entertainment
The village stays open into the evening. Details to follow.
Bring: Your race confirmation, suitable kit for the weather, and completed emergency contact details on the back of your number.
Leave: Valuables at home, or secured in your car. Bag drop is available, at your own risk.
Remember: Show your race number in the event village after finishing to collect your medal and keepsake.
Finish and afterwards
Finish strong.
Stay awhile.
Keep moving through the finish funnel, collect water, then walk back to the cricket club. Show your number in the event village to collect your medal and keepsake, then stay for the fun run, the presentation and the afternoon.
WaterAt the lineMedalsIn the event villageMassageSports massage in the village
Safety and wellbeing
Look after
yourself.
Before you run
Arrive hydrated, dress for the weather and do not start if you feel unwell or injured. Fill in the emergency details on the back of your number.
On course
Follow marshals, race crew and medics. Stay alert on the narrow riverside sections and keep moving through them when it is safe to do so.
Need help?
Stop and speak to the nearest marshal. If you withdraw, always tell the race team so they know you are safe.
Litter-free event
Use the bins provided and keep gel wrappers with you until they can be disposed of safely. The riverbank is a public path and we want to be invited back.
Runner guide
Everything
in one place.
The 2027 runner guide is published in race week. The 2026 guide is here for reference.
Open the 2026 runner guide ↓