RunThrough Chase the Sun Battersea Park 5k & 10k - August
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About
Energise your hump day with a summer evening run around Battersea Park. The course is pan flat with wide paths and welcomes runners from all walks of life and abilities. Start and finish at the Bandstand, and have your friends and family cheer you on the whole way around.
10k, Group of 6 Booking, and 5k
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Wed, 3 Aug 2022
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London, United Kingdom
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Elevation
<5m elevation gain per km
Where and when
Location
Battersea Park, London SW11 4NJ, UK
Start times
Wed, 3 Aug 2022
5k :
7:00pm | 10k:
7:00pm | Group of 6 Booking:
7:00pm Races summary
Here's what races are available for RunThrough Chase the Sun Battersea Park 5k & 10k - August
5k
5km
2 Loops
£25.00
10k
10km
4 Loops
£25.00
Group of 6 Booking
10km
4 Loops
£20.00
Route information
The 10k and 5k courses will be entirely within the autumnal Battersea Park, taking runners on a route around the edge of the Boating Lake making for a scenic run while the sun is setting.
The paths are wide and flat, giving plenty of space for the runners, making this a stress-free experience.
Course marshals will help guide runners throughout the race and distances will be clearly marked.
- 5k - 2 laps
- 10k - 4 laps
Organizer route images
What's included
- Refreshment stations
- Chip-timed results
- Course marshals
- Fruit and flapjacks
- Unique finisher's medal
- Free official photographs
- Bag drop
- Toilets
Finisher's Medal
How to get there
Battersea Park, London SW11 4NJ, UK
Get full directionsBy Car
There is a paid car park open to the public.
By Train
Battersea Park Railway Station is a 10 minute walk away from the Bandstand and has frequent services from Victoria.
By Bus
Bus services run frequently from Vauxhall Railway Station to Battersea Park.
Event day logistics
19:00 10k & 5k start
*More information about race day specifics will be sent out to those registered.
Registration
The event village and registration will be located next to the Battersea Park Bandstand.
Please ensure you arrive in plenty of time in order to complete the registration process.
Race Pack
Race Packs must be collected on the day of the event, before the start of your race, from registration. Please be aware that you will not receive anything in the post.
Age Requirements
Runners for the 5k must be aged 11 or over and runners for the 10k must be aged 15 or over.
Bag Drop
There will be a secure area where bags can be left, though it is recommended that you bring as little baggage as possible. Your bag tag is attached to your race number which you can tear off and attach to your bag.
Refreshments
There will be water stations at the 5k point of the race and at the finish where flapjacks and bananas will be waiting for finishers.
Toilets
There are 2 public toilets in Battersea Park which you'll be able to use. Please note that they are about a 5 minute walk from the start area and event village.
Headphones
It is not recommended that you wear headphones during the race so you stay alert to what is going on around you and hear the encouragement from marshals and spectators. There will also be pedestrians on the paths you'll be running who you'll need to be aware of.
Race Results
Your race timings will be published on RunThrough results page after the race.
RunThrough
RunThrough is one of the UK’s premier running event organisers. Their events are widely regarded as inclusive and friendly, with the RunThrough community being at the heart of everything they do. Runners can enter a huge variety of distances from 5k’s all the way up to the mighty marathon. If you’re new to running and looking to book onto your first event, then these events are the ones for you.
FAQ's
Where can I find the photos from the Chase the Sun Battersea 5k & 10k - August?
Photos will be posted to RunThrough's Facebook page after the event.
Are there toilets at the Chase the Sun Battersea 5k & 10k - August?
The park has 2 sets of toilets but both sets are a little way from the start/finish point, so please allow time to get to and from them.
Is there somewhere I can leave my bag while I run in the Chase the Sun Battersea 5k & 10k - August?
Yes, there will be a secure baggage area. Your baggage take is attached to your race number, just tear it off and secure it to your bag.
When will the results be posted for the Chase the Sun Battersea 5k & 10k - August?
Results will be posted after the event on the RunThrough results page.
Can I run with a buggy at Chase the Sun Battersea 5k & 10k - August?
Runners are allowed to run with a buggy but it is asked that they start near the back to avoid congestion.
Are there age restrictions for Chase the Sun Battersea Park 5k & 10k - August?
Yes, runners for the 10k must be ages 15 or over and runners for the 5k must be aged 11 or over.
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