Two Castles Run
Event summary
Take part in this iconic event running from castle to castle. Great for runners of all abilities, the course winds its way from inside Warwick Castle to inside Kenilworth Castle. Come for the physical challenge or to raise money for a good cause.
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We are a group of positive men and women who want to make a difference, we come from a wide range of backgrounds and age groups. Some of us joined as individual members, others as Associate or Corporate members. Some have been members for many years, others have joined more recently and our club continues to grow and adapt
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What's included:
- Chip Timed Event
- Marshalled Course
- Water Stations
- Aid Stations
- Finisher's T-Shirt
- Finisher's Medal
- Goody Bag
Two Castles Run
Run 10km
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Frequently asked questions
What time does the race begin?
The race will start at 9am.… read moreIs there a cut off time?
There is a two hour cut off time. … read moreWill there be showering/ changing facilities?
Unfortunately, there are no showering or changing facilities at this event and runners are advised to arrive ready to run. … read moreYou may also like
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Route description
Route description
The Run starts inside Warwick Castle, Warwick and finishes inside Kenilworth Castle, Kenilworth.
The majority of the course is over tarmac road surface.
It is a predominately flat course. There is an ascending incline as you leave Leek Wootton, which is the most significant hill on the course, followed by another, shallower incline as you approach Kenilworth.
The course will be traffic free. The roads along the route of the course will close to traffic at 8.50am. The roads will re-open to traffic, progressively, when it is safe to do so, as the field of runners passes over them.
Marshals will be stationed at all junctions and will indicate the route: you must obey their instructions.
Your race pack containing your race number and timing chip will be sent out shortly before the run.
The race will begin at 0900 so please aim to arrive no later than 0845 and be aware of road closures due to the race.
The cut off time is 2 hours.
There is a limit on the number of spectators inside the walls of Kenilworth Castle. Each runner will receive a ticket which entitles two spectators to enter Kenilworth Castle, free of charge, to watch the finish of the race. Entry is valid on race day up to 10.00am.
Warwick Castle, Warwick CV34 4QU, UK
Get directionsThere are three public car parks, which are 20 minutes from the Start, at Warwick Castle, which participants can use. There is minimal on-street parking near the Start.
Alternatively, participants can be dropped off at Warwick Castle’s Stratford Road car park.
Aim to arrive at the start by 8:45am at the latest. The Run will start at 9.00am. Access from Warwick Castle’s Stratford Road car park to the Castle grounds will be closed at 8.45am. If you arrive after 8.45am, you will not be permitted to join the Run.
Two Castles Run
Interested in volunteering at this event?
Organisers are always looking for an extra pair of hands and there are plenty of roles to fill!
Complete this short form and the organiser will be in touch.
By submitting, you’re accepting that we’ll pass your details onto the event organiser. We won’t pass your details onto anyone else.
Route description
Route description
The Run starts inside Warwick Castle, Warwick and finishes inside Kenilworth Castle, Kenilworth.
The majority of the course is over tarmac road surface.
It is a predominately flat course. There is an ascending incline as you leave Leek Wootton, which is the most significant hill on the course, followed by another, shallower incline as you approach Kenilworth.
The course will be traffic free. The roads along the route of the course will close to traffic at 8.50am. The roads will re-open to traffic, progressively, when it is safe to do so, as the field of runners passes over them.
Marshals will be stationed at all junctions and will indicate the route: you must obey their instructions.
Your race pack containing your race number and timing chip will be sent out shortly before the run.
The race will begin at 0900 so please aim to arrive no later than 0845 and be aware of road closures due to the race.
The cut off time is 2 hours.
There is a limit on the number of spectators inside the walls of Kenilworth Castle. Each runner will receive a ticket which entitles two spectators to enter Kenilworth Castle, free of charge, to watch the finish of the race. Entry is valid on race day up to 10.00am.
Warwick Castle, Warwick CV34 4QU, UK
Get directionsThere are three public car parks, which are 20 minutes from the Start, at Warwick Castle, which participants can use. There is minimal on-street parking near the Start.
Alternatively, participants can be dropped off at Warwick Castle’s Stratford Road car park.
Aim to arrive at the start by 8:45am at the latest. The Run will start at 9.00am. Access from Warwick Castle’s Stratford Road car park to the Castle grounds will be closed at 8.45am. If you arrive after 8.45am, you will not be permitted to join the Run.
Two Castles Run
Interested in volunteering at this event?
Organisers are always looking for an extra pair of hands and there are plenty of roles to fill!
Complete this short form and the organiser will be in touch.
By submitting, you’re accepting that we’ll pass your details onto the event organiser. We won’t pass your details onto anyone else.