RunThrough Chase The Sun Battersea Park 5k & 10k

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Wednesday, 29 July 2026 · Battersea Park London SW11 4NJ

5 Km10 Km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating running experience at the RunThrough Chase The Sun Battersea Park 5k & 10k on Wednesday, July 29, 2026! Hosted by RunThrough Events, this exciting race takes place in the stunning Battersea Park, one of London’s most picturesque settings. With its flat, tarmac terrain, participants can easily aim for a personal best as they navigate the course in two laps for the 5k or four laps for the 10k. Starting and finishing at the iconic Bandstand, this event is perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. Spectators will have an excellent view as runners zip around the park, making it a vibrant community affair. Each participant will receive a themed medal, enjoy refreshing water, and treat themselves to post-race snacks. Plus, with accurate chip timing in place, you'll have a precise record of your performance. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to chase the sun and celebrate running in the heart of London! We can't wait to see you there!

About this event

BATTERSEA PARK CHASE THE SUN 5K & 10K – WEDNESDAY 29TH JULY 2026 Battersea Park is one of London’s most picturesque parks and has been a favourite course for those wanting to run a PB! The course is totally flat, offering the perfect opportunity to push yourself to a personal best. Starting and finishing at the Parks Bandstand this course laps the park making it easy to follow and great for any spectators to catch you flying around the course. COURSE = Flat tarmac terrain, 2 laps (5k) or 4 laps (10k) of the park As always with RunThrough, you will each get a themed medal, water and post race snacks on the day. Each kilometre is accurately marked out with signposts and we have plenty of helpers to keep you on track and to encourage you on your way to the finish. Come and enjoy the day with us; we hope to see you there! CHIP TIMING USED FOR AN ACCURATE START TO FINISH TIME!

Distances & Prices

DistancePriceStatus
5 Km£34.00open
10 Km£34.00open

Timings

TypeTime
Race start time19:00

What's included

- Themed medal - Water - Post race snacks - Chip Timed

The course

There will be marshals all around the course as well as km signs and arrows. The course is two laps for the 5k and 4 laps for the 10k on the roads/paths in the park. Please be aware that there will be spectators and members of the public using the park.

The route

Getting there

The event village is located next to the Bandstand. There is a paid car park open to the public. For details on how to get to the park from nearby public transport visit tfl.com. The park is easily accessible by both foot and cycle. Cycle parking is available in the park.

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Price rises soon

£34.00