Run Winchcombe
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Run Winchcombe 2026
Run Winchcombe takes place on 30 August 2026 at Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5JD, UK. The event features three distances and is part of Winchcombe Show weekend activities. Net profits are allocated to local charities supported by Winchcombe Show. Entry fees are listed from £5 to £18.
- 10k suitable for experienced runners on mixed trail and path
- 5k one lap plus single-track lane finishing down the castle drive
- 1k (under 11s) a lap of the grassy field behind the castle
Each route runs around the grounds of Sudeley Castle. The 10k is predominantly trail and reaches the ancient burial ground of Belas Knap, with a notable steep climb and some narrow sections. The 5k includes an undulating field and a single-track lane; the 1k is a short field lap for children. Trail shoes are recommended for mixed surfaces. The 5k may be manageable with a suitable running buggy; the 10k is not suitable for buggies.
Facilities and logistics noted by the organiser include medals for all finishers, sausages for 5k and 10k finishers with vegetarian options available, prizes for category and race winners, portable toilets, and free parking in the main Sudeley Castle car park. Timing will be manual if chip timing is not provided. Dogs are not permitted. The event has an aggregate rating of 4.7 from 71 reviews, with frequent mention of strong marshalling and steep hills. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
