The Darklink 10K

Shoreham-by-Sea, United Kingdom • 21 Jun 2026

Lightlink 10K Run

The Lightlink 10K is a flat running event held on 21 June 2026. The course follows a route that begins at the toll bridge in Shoreham. Participants travel north along the Downslink, crossing over the Southdowns Way bridge toward Bramber before turning around to head back to the start.

The event features a single distance:

  • 10 km

The route is fully marshalled, and organizers provide a 4x4 pick-up service on-site for safety. An aid station is positioned at the halfway point to support runners during the event. Results are recorded using chip timing provided by Timing Monkey.

All finishers receive a medal, with a new design introduced for the current year. The event operates under an ARC permit. The course terrain is described as flat, utilizing the established paths of the Downslink. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k Run
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