Oliver Fisher 10K & 5K

Sittingbourne, United Kingdom • 10 May 2026

Event overview

The Oliver Fisher 10k & 5k takes place on 10 May 2026 at Milton Creek Country Park in Sittingbourne, Kent. The event raises funds for The Oliver Fisher Special Care Baby Trust, which supports the Neonatal Unit at Medway Maritime Hospital in Gillingham. The charity tops up NHS funding to buy specialised equipment and provide resources; over 1,200 babies pass through the unit in a single year.

Distances and course

  • 10k
  • 5k
  • Junior Run

The route is an off-road stone trail that follows the 2025 course layout and remains within the grounds of Milton Creek Country Park. Detailed route maps and GPX files are available to view and download. The course includes hills, muddy sections, and some narrow pinch points; marshals are positioned along the route.

Entries, facilities and practical info

Entry categories have age limits: the 10k is open to entrants aged 15 and over, the 5k to entrants aged 11 and over. On-the-day entry fees are listed as 10k: £25, 5k: £20, Junior Run: £6 (subject to availability). The event includes a bespoke medal, trophies and prizes for leading runners, and free photographs. Free but limited on-site parking is available on a first come, first served basis; the main car park is accessed from Saffron Way and has a 6 ft 6 in height barrier. Pedestrian entrances require a RADAR key for wheelchair and mobility aid users at some gates. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
Oliver Fisher 10k
5 km
Oliver Fisher 5k
Junior Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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