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Salcey Forest Christmas 10K

Name: Salcey Forest Christmas 10K
Start: 2026-12-13
End: 2026-12-13
Location: Northampton

Northampton, United Kingdom • 13 Dec 2026

Salcey Forest Christmas 10k, 5k & Junior Fun Run

The event takes place on Sunday 13 December 2026 at Salcey Forest, Wootton Road, Northampton, NN7 2HX. It is a trail running event held on tree lined paths within the forest.

Distances offered:

10k: two laps of the forest route.
5k: one lap of the forest route.
1.2 km Junior Fun Run.

The course uses mixed terrain forest trails that are described as virtually flat and sometimes muddy. Seasonal fancy dress is welcome and there is a prize for the best seasonal fancy dress outfit. Participants receive a bespoke medal and free photographs; trophies and prizes are presented to leading runners.

The event is raising funds for Shelter, a charity that supports people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Discounted parking is available for runners; the parking charge is noted as £3.80 and covers two hours from the race start. There are no nearby train stations, but bus stops in Hartwell are close to the venue.

Event information will be sent to registered entrants prior to race day. On the day entry fees, subject to availability, are listed for the 10k, 5k and junior run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Northampton

Race information

Registration

10 km

10k

5 km

Junior Fun Run

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

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