The Sir John Talbot’s Whitchurch 10K is a popular spring road running event in Whitchurch, Shropshire, attracting runners from across the region. Starting and finishing at Sir John Talbot’s School, the UKA-licensed 10 km course is mainly flat with a few short hills for challenge, winding through the historic market town’s streets and offering a lively, traffic-free race experience.

Key Details

Date & Time: Sunday 29 March 2026, 10:00 AM start.
Location: Sir John Talbot’s School, Whitchurch, Shropshire (10 km road race).
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles).
Course: Mainly flat with gentle undulations through Whitchurch town centre and surrounding streets, fully marshalled and accredited.

Race Description

Runners enjoy a well-organised 10K route that stays within the historic market town of Whitchurch, passing local landmarks including traditional pubs, half-timbered buildings and St Alkmund’s Church. The mostly flat course with a few short hills is suited to a wide range of abilities — from those chasing a personal best to runners enjoying a spring challenge. Water stations are provided on course (with extra stations added in hot weather) and additional support is available at the finish.

What’s Included

• Official chip timing and results for all participants.

• Traffic-free road course.

• Water station(s) on course and at the finish.

• Finishers’ tokens or medals (typical of club and community 10K races).

Additional Information

• Minimum age for participants is typically 15 years on race day.

• The event draws strong community support and often includes a friendly atmosphere with spectators cheering runners through the town centre.

• Entry fees vary for UKA-affiliated and non-affiliated runners.