RunThrough Chase the Sun Battersea Park 5k & 10k - June

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RunThrough Chase the Sun Battersea Park 5k & 10k - June
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Make the most of the midsummer late evening sun with a run through Battersea Park. The course is pan-flat with wide paths and welcomes runners of all abilities. Start and finish at the Bandstand, and have your friends and family cheer you on the whole way around.
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10k, Group of 6 Booking and 5k
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Calendar
Wed 28th Jun 2023
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London, United Kingdom
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4.7
(77 Reviews)
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Where and when
Location
Battersea Park, Battersea, London SW11 4NJ, UK
Start times
Wed 28th Jun 2023
10k:
7:00pm |
Group of 6 Booking:
7:00pm |
5k:
7:10pm
Event summary
Here are the distances available for RunThrough Chase the Sun Battersea Park 5k & 10k - June
5k
Distance
5km
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2 Loops
£25
10k
Distance
10km
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4 Loops
£25
Group of 6 Booking
Distance
0km
CourseRoute
4 Loops
£20
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
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What's included
  • Finisher's Medal
  • Chip-timed results
  • Marshalled course
  • Refreshment station
  • Aid station
  • Bag drop
  • Free official event photos
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How to get there
Battersea Park, Battersea, London SW11 4NJ, UK
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By 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 starts
19:10 5k starts
*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.
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Spectator Info
This is a park run so spectators are free to wonder around the park and cheer on runners at numerous points. Since this is a lapped course, there'll be plenty of opportunity to see runners on numerous occasions.
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Reviews
4.7
steve
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2023
Great vibe. Lovely set up at the bandstand. Loads of friendly faces. Volunteers really encouraging. Clear information.
bernard
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Fast flat course; very well organised by Runthrough
david
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
I love run through events - this one I entered very late on the day so my number wasnt at the usual place - everyone was so fab though and got me sorted - love it - volunteers are brilliant - I just wish my club was recognised - I live in S Yorkshire and work a lot in London so attend a few chase the sun/ moon events!
alfred
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
It was extremely amazing experience. And that was also my first ever 10k run. The organisers were really nice and everything doing great. Well done to everyone who involved in the event.🙏👏❤️
peter
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
It was well organised, it was my first marathon and 10k . I really had fun running and been part of the show.
janay
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4.0
Did the race in 2023
Wasn't ideal that it was laps but okayReally well organised
shaun
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2023
Well managed and marshalled small event. Has a bit of a big event feel to it which makes it nice to run. Well done guys it’s a credit to you
pierre-emeric
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2023
Bonjour,L'organisation est bien faite.Stockage vetêment.Approvisionnement en eau.Encouragement sur le parcours.Médaille à l'arrivée.Je vous remercie pour ce bon moment.
rosario
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
There is only one race that is my favourite running organisation runthrough thank you for everything you do for everyone you make everyone smile . God bless 🙏
shannon
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Great course and great staff running the event who were encouraging. The starting was a tiny bit confusing (5K and 10K were separated) and wasn’t completely clear we were starting but other than that it was great.
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