The Tommy Run
Seaham, United Kingdom • 1 Nov 2026
Event overview
The Tommy Runs take place on Sunday 1 November 2026, the Sunday before Remembrance Sunday, on the Seaham seafront. The event starts at the Tommy War Memorial Statue (titled 1101 / Eleven-O-One). A one-minute silence will be observed before each race. The routes follow road, promenade, and coastal trails along the Seaham coastline. The event location is Tommy Statue, North Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU (what3words: fidelity.diary.tiles). A donation from ticket sales will be made to Royal British Legion and Help for Heroes.
Race details
- 5 km - Age 11 and over; closed roads with approximately 80 ft of elevation.
- 10 km - Age 15 and over; seafront course on mixed terrain.
Live chip timing is provided by Timing Up North. There is a 90-minute cut-off due to road closures; the event is for runners only and is not suitable for walkers. Dogs are not permitted. All finishers receive an event medal, an event t-shirt, and a snack. Public car parking is available in Seaham. Registration opens 3 November 2025 and closes 28 October 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.