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Kestrel 5

Name: Kestrel 5
Start: 2026-09-27
End: 2026-09-27
Location: Litherland

Litherland, United Kingdom • 27 Sep 2026

Kestrel 5

The Kestrel 5 is a community focused 5 mile trail and mixed terrain race organised by Rimrose Runners in Rimrose Valley Country Park, Waterloo, Liverpool. The event uses paths through woodland, open parkland and along canal routes, combining traffic free sections with narrower trail surfaces.

The course is described as a fast, runnable route with sections of trail that add variety. Runners receive a themed medal and the event features local running clubs and marshals positioned along the route. The venue is listed as Chaffers Running Track, postcode L22 3YX.

Entry is offered at a set price of £20. The event emphasises local running and the green space of the valley, with post race atmosphere noted for club presence and social interaction rather than large crowds or an elite focus. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Litherland

Race information

Registration

5 mi

5 Mile

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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