Sutton Park Challenge 2026
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Inclusive 1km, 5km and 10km challenges in Sutton Park, Birmingham!
Choose Your Challenge!
Join Midland Mencap’s Sutton Park Challenge. Choose your distance, complete it your way and help support people with learning disabilities and their families in the West Midlands
Aim for your personal best over time, distance or fundraise to help people in the West Midlands with a learning disability live in a world where everybody is valued and included as active and equal citizens in their community, regardless of need.
The route is suitable for all ages and fitness levels, allowing you to run, jog, walk, or wheel.
The challenge is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs; however, it is very hilly, so please carefully consider which distance you enter.
If you have a disability, your supporter can run for free.
1km Challenge, 5km Challenge and 10km Challenge
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Sun, Oct 4, 2026
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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Sutton Park, Park Rd, The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield B74 2YT, UK
Start times
1km Challenge: 10:30 AM5km Challenge: 11:00 AM10km Challenge: 11:00 AM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Sutton Park Challenge 2026
1km Challenge
1km
£5
5km Challenge
10km
£15
10km Challenge
10km
£17
1km Challenge
1km
£5
5km Challenge
10km
£15
10km Challenge
10km
£17
Route information
Yes, click here to view the Sutton Park Challenge route map.
What's included
Your entry includes:
- Manual timed event
- Full route signage and marshalling
- Water stations
- Medical support
- A photographer to capture all the fun
- A medal to add to your collection
- Regular updates about the run
How to get there
Sutton Park, Park Rd, The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield B74 2YT, UK
Get full directionsParking:
- You can park at the Town Gate Car Park,The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield B74 2YT
Public transport:
- Sutton train station is located 5 minutes from the entrance to the park.
- Local buses also stop in Sutton Town Centre, and 77A stops outside the park.
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Event Timings: (TBC)
- 9:30am - 10:20am – Registration, where you will be given a run number and safety pins along with instructions.
- 10:00am - 1km Challenge Starts
- 10:30am - 5km and 10km Races start
- 1pm - Event closes
FAQs
Where can I park?
At the Town Gate Car Park,The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield B74 2YT
Can I register and pay on the day?
Yes, via card or cash payments. On the day entries will cost £2 more per entry.
Are spectators allowed?
Yes they are.
Where can I leave my bag?
All belongings must be left with your supporters or in your vehicle. The car park is a 2 minute walk from the race village.
Will there be any toilet facilities?
Yes, including an accessible toilet and a changing area at the Clifton Road Centre. Please call 0121-442-4944 for details.
Will there be food and drink to purchase?
Yes, Please follow our social media for updates.
I am a runner with a disability and I may require support, what shall I do?
Carers can enter for free but we require their information beforehand. Contact us at 0121-442-2944 or engage@midlandmencap.org.uk and we can provide further instructions.
Is there a time limit to the race?
There is no time limit, you can walk, run or wheel at your own pace during the race. Well behaved dogs (on leads) are also welcome.
Can I change my distance on the day?
Yes, but you must talk to a volunteer at the registration tent to confirm.
What if I experience a problem during the race?
There will be marshals in Midland Mencap high visibility jackets to help and we also have first aiders to respond in the case of an emergency.
Can children participate in The Sutton Challenge?
Children need to be 15 or older to enter the 10k race. Children of any age can participate the 5k and 1k. Children under the age of 11 must enter with a responsible adult. There is no charge for children in pushchairs.
Can we bring a flag, tent or gazebo?
Yes, individual participants and running clubs are welcome to bring a flag, tents or gazebo’s to set up next to the race village. Please remember to take all your belongings, including litter away with you.
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