Dry January 10k

Willen Lake, United Kingdom • 1 Feb 2026

Dry January 10k - Willen Lake, Milton Keynes

The Dry January 10k is organised by the charity Alcohol Change UK and takes place on 1 February 2026 at Willen Lake, Milton Keynes. The event offers in-person and virtual options and supports Alcohol Change UK’s work to reduce alcohol-related harm.

Distances, route and entries

  • 5k (in person)
  • 10k (in person)
  • Virtual option (5k or 10k)

The course uses tarmac and gravel paths. Some sections may collect mud, leaves and puddles after rain. The 5k is one lap of the course and the 10k is two laps.

Entry fees listed in the event information are: in-person without a fundraising commitment £60, in-person with a fundraising commitment £25, virtual without a fundraising commitment £30, and virtual with a fundraising commitment £15. Some entry listings note age categories such as "11 and under" and "15 and under" for specific options.

Included items are a bespoke medal (virtual runners receive these by post), goodie bags for in-person entrants, and a free charity technical t-shirt. The event information also describes the event as a fundraising opportunity for Alcohol Change UK. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
Dry January 10k (in Person)
5 km
Dry January 5k (in Person)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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