Grantchester Charity Runs

Grantchester, United Kingdom • 27 Sep 2026

Event overview

Grantchester Charity Runs will take place on Sunday 27 September 2026 at Mill Way, Grantchester, Cambridge CB3 9NB. The volunteer-run event includes two distances:

  • 10 km
  • 3 km

The event supports Maggie’s Centre Cambridge and Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT). Entry options listed include prices of £20.00 for the 10k, £13.00 for the 3k, and £6.75 for an accompanied under‑12 in the 3k.

Course, facilities and services

Both courses run through farmland adjacent to Grantchester. The routes are mixed terrain and predominantly flat, with no road crossings. Chip timing is used for all participants. Parking is available at the Grantchester Village Charity Car Park, a short walk from the start area, and there is bike parking near registration. Every finisher will receive a commemorative medal and there will be trophies for race winners; a 10k team competition is included. T-shirts are available for purchase at £15 plus fee, with proceeds to the charities. Post-run services include sports massage, physiotherapy and osteopathy treatments and podiatry advice from a local clinic. Refreshments are provided after the race and an ice cream van will be present. Previous participant feedback is summarised by an aggregate rating of 4.4 from 13 reviews. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
2026 Grantchester Charity 10k
2026 Grantchester Charity 3k, Accompanied Under 12's
2026 Grantchester Charity 3k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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