A fast, flat 10 km road race held on the tarmac of RAF Shawbury airfield in Shropshire — ideal for runners chasing a personal best, beginners looking for a target, or anyone wanting a distinctive race experience. The event supports charity with a donation from every entry going to the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund.

Key Details

Date & Time
Saturday, 28 March 2026 — Race start: 11:00 AM. Registration opens 09:00 AM–10:30 AM ahead of the race.

Location
RAF Shawbury, Shropshire SY4 4DZ, England — race takes place directly on the operational military airfield.

Event Type
Road running event — 10 kilometres (10K) around the airfield tarmac.

Organiser
RAF Shawbury Charity Team (race hosted on behalf of RAF and in support of the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund).

Race Description
This unique 10K is run entirely on the flat, smooth airfield surface at RAF Shawbury, making it an excellent choice for personal best attempts as well as a friendly early-season target. It’s suitable for beginners through to elite runners, and also includes a 1 km fun run for children on the day. A race briefing and warm-up take place before the main start.

What’s Included

• Finisher’s medal for all 10K participants.

• Goody bag for runners.

• Event village with local food, drinks and sport/fitness stalls.

• Trophies for top 3 male and female finishers.

• 1 km fun run on race day for younger runners.

Additional Information

• The race helps raise funds for the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund — £5 from each entry is donated.

• Because RAF Shawbury is an active military base, all participants aged 16+ must bring valid photo ID (e.g., passport or driving licence) to gain entry.

• There is ample parking, and marshals direct vehicles; participants should not use the RAF main gate for entry.

• The flat route on solid tarmac makes the race well-suited to fast times and PB efforts.