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Pitsea RC Crown to Crown 5k

Name: Pitsea RC Crown to Crown 5k
Start: 2025-09-03
End: 2025-09-03
Location: Basildon

Basildon, United Kingdom • 3 Sep 2025

The Pitsea RC Crown to Crown 5k is an off-road trail race held at Westley Heights Country Park, Langdon Hills. The 5-kilometer course mainly follows bridleways, starting on Beeleigh Avenue, passing through Lee Chapel Lane, and looping around the Essex Wildlife Trust's Willow Park before finishing at Westley Heights Car Park. The event welcomes runners of all abilities aged 12 and over, with a mass start and gun-to-finish timing.

Safety marshals, a tail runner, first aid, and water at the finish enhance the race experience. The race is organized under UK Athletics rules and prohibits dogs, pushchairs, and headphones (except bone conduction). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East of England Basildon

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5 km

5k Trail Race

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