RunThrough Chase the Sun Battersea Park 5k & 10k - August 2025
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RunThrough Chase the Sun Battersea Park 5k & 10k - August 2025
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Make the most of the summer 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.
Group of 6 Booking, 5k and 10k
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Wed, 27 Aug 2025
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London, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Battersea Park, Battersea, London SW11 4NJ, UK
Start times
Wednesday, 27 Aug 2025
Group of 6 Booking: 12:00 am5k: 7:00 pm10k: 7:00 pm
Event summary
Here are the distances available for RunThrough Chase the Sun Battersea Park 5k & 10k - August 2025
5k
5km
2 Loops
£26
10k
10km
4 Loops
£26
Group of 6 Booking
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
How to get there
Battersea Park, Battersea, 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 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.
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.
FAQs
When will the results be posted for the Chase the Sun Battersea 5k & 10k?
Results will be posted after the event on the event website.
Can I wear headphones for the Chase the Sun Battersea 5k & 10k?
Headphones are allowed, however, are not recommended as participants will have to be aware of others using the park.
Where can I find the photos from the Chase the Sun Battersea 5k & 10k?
Photos will be posted to RunThrough's Facebook page after the event.
Are there toilets at the Chase the Sun Battersea 5k & 10k?
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?
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.
Can I run with a buggy at the Chase the Sun Battersea 5k & 10k?
Runners are allowed to run with a buggy but it is asked that they stay near the back to avoid congestion.
Are there age restrictions for Chase the Sun Battersea Park 5k & 10k?
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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