• MBNA
  • Chester Road Runners


  • When is the next race?

    The next Chester 10K is on Sunday 9th March 2025.

  • How do I enter?

    To enter please click the "Enter Now" button.

  • How old do I need to be to run?

    To enter the 10k race, you must be 15 or over on race day.

     

  • I can no longer take part in the event, can I get a refund?

    If you no longer wish to take part in the event, you can transfer your race place to someone else at no extra cost, any time before the event closing date, by using the official transfer process outlined in your entry confirmation email or by logging into your Nifty account and choosing transfer my entry. Race places are not transferable between events or years.

    You will be able to cancel your entry and receive a full refund (including any added extras at the time of registration), within 14 days of your purchase. As stated in our Terms and Conditions of entry, we will deduct a £5.00 administration fee from all refunds.

    Notice of withdrawal from the event must be communicated by emailing info@activeleisureevents.co.uk stating clearly the desire to withdraw and putting the word WITHDRAWAL in the subject line of the email. Withdrawals will not be accepted by telephone or post. 

    Refunds will not be issued under any circumstances after 14 days of purchase, if you enter a race within four weeks of race day or if the race sells out of general entries within 14 days of your entry. Participants can withdraw at any point prior to the race with no refund.

    If you have entered the race using a transfer from another runner, we are unable to offer you the 14 day refund period, as you have not made a payment to us.

    If you have purchased Refund Protect through Nifty when you completed your registration, and have any queries in relation to this, you will need to liaise directly with Refund Protect. This service is purchased through but is not administered by Active Leisure Events Ltd.

  • Do I have to run for charity to get a race number?

    No, it is your choice whether to run for charity or not. Many runners do choose to run for a charity, and we expect our races to raise over £1m a year for local and national charities. Our official race charity for 2025 is Claire House Children's Hospice.

     

  • Can I run in Fancy Dress?

    Yes we welcome runners in fancy dress. Why not run as a Roman Centurion? It would be great to see the streets of Chester full of Centurions again!
    We do ask that you are considerate to your fellow runners, and don't wear a costume that might be obstructive or dangerous to others.

  • Which Wave should I run in? How do I know what Wave I am in and when it starts?

    Each Start Wave is open for all speeds/abilities.

    Runners who have achieved times of sub 45 minutes are advised to enter the Orange Wave as prizes for the top 3 men & women are based on gun times for the Orange Wave. Age group prizes are based on chip times across all Start Waves.

    The Orange Wave will start at 09:00, the Blue Wave will start at 09:30 and the Purple Wave will start at 10:00.

    Your confirmation email will show your wave, or you can view and edit your entry here.

  • Can I change my start wave? How do I change wave?

    You can change your start wave until midnight Friday 9th February 2025. After this date you will be unable to change Start Wave's due to how we allocate race numbers.

    Prior to Friday 9th February 2025, you can change your start wave by editing your details here. You will only be able to change if there is space available in the wave you want to change to.

     

  • Will there be a fun run?

    Unfortunately there won't be a fun run at the Chester 10K.

  • What are the rules for the event?

    The races are run under UK Athletics rules. Please ensure that you are familiar with the road running rules. The rule book is quite long, but the road running section is short.

  • Will there be mile or km markers?

    There will be kilometre markers, every kilometre.

  • Is there a baggage store?

    There will be a baggage store at Chester Racecourse, which will be open between 8:00 and 12:00.

  • When will the results be available?

    Draft results will be posted online during the race, and final results will be available no later than two weeks after the race.

  • Where can I stay in Chester?

    There is a variety of different accommodation in Chester which can be found through internet searches, on www.visitchester.com or by calling 0845 647 7868.

  • Access and parking

    There is no parking on the centre course at Chester Racecourse. However there are plenty of car parks in Chester city centre

    The finish is about half a mile from the start (see the course map here).

    Disability parking and facilities are shown here.

     

  • Facilities

    There are accessible toilets at Chester Racecourse at the start, see more information on AccessAble.

    For more information on disability parking and facilities in the city centre see here.

  • What can my family do in Chester?

    Chester is a destination city in its own right, with lots to do.

    There is fantastic shopping with superior high-street stores and boutiques.

    Enjoy a taste of history walking round our famous Roman walls, visiting the Roman amphitheatre and seeing the unique Rows (dating from Medieval times).

    Combine sightseeing and spectating with a stroll along the River Dee.

    If you get hungry there are numerous restaurants, pubs and delicatessens to suit all tastes. All this in easy walking distance.

    If you want to venture just outside the City, look out for Chester Zoo, the Blue Planet Aquarium or the Cheshire Oaks outlet village.

    Take a look at Visit Chester for lots more ideas.

  • Where is the race start?

    The Chester 10K starts from Nun's Road, adjacent to the Chester Racecourse (CH1 2LY). Help Desk, Baggage Store and other facilities can be found in the Racecourse.

  • How much is it to enter?

    Prices for the Chester 10K are here.

     

  • How do I get my race pack?

    For those with a non-UK address your pack will be available for collection on race day at the help desk. 

    For UK runners we will post out entries that are completed in time. Late entries will be able to collect their race numbers from Help Desk during race week.

  • Is there a cut off time? Is there a minimum standard?

    Chester 10K is a running event and for runners' safety the roads are closed by permission of the council. The race cut off time is 90 minutes after your race start. Roads will re-open in line with this pace. If you fall behind this pace, for your own safety you may be asked to withdraw from the race and get into the sweep bus.

    Times for runners who finish over the cut off will not be listed on the final results.

  • I want to run for charity

    Our race charity is Claire House Children's Hospice. You can run for any charity of your choosing.  Why not use GoFundMe as your fundraising platform, you can start your fundraising here.

  • Can I wear an iPod or music player?

    Under UK Athletics rules, on any road which is not wholly closed to traffic only "open ear" bone conduction headphones are permitted.

    This means that in-ear headphones can't be used in the Chester Marathon and Metric Marathon.

    For the Chester Half Marathon and the Chester 10K, in-ear headphones can be used. Please leave one out so you can hear the sounds around you, including warnings from marshals or blue light vehicles on the course. Therefore we recommend "open ear" bone conduction headphones for enjoyment and safety. 

  • Can I enter as a relay team?

    There is no relay class at this event.

  • Can I run with a buggy or a dog?

    No, it is not possible to run with a buggy, or with a dog. This is against UK Athletics rules and you will be withdrawn from the course and disqualified.

  • What is the race route?

    The Chester 10K route can be seen on the Race Information & Route page. The route is on fully closed roads.  

  • How far apart are the drinks stations?

    There will be a water station at approximately half way and water for all runners at the finish. 

  • Will there be pacers?

    There won't be pacers at this race.

  • Where are the toilets?

    There will be ample toilets at the start, all clearly signed.  There will also be toilets at every drink station and at the finish. 

  • Where can I park?

    City Centre Parking 

    There is ample parking in Chester city centre car parks, and other local car parks, within easy walking distance of the start. These car parks will charge a variety of fees dependent on the length of time vehicles are parked. Further details of car park locations and the fees charged can be found here.

    Chester Racecourse car park will not be open for runners to use.

  • Will there be official race photos?

    Our official race photographers will be on the course and at the finish - see more details here.

  • Athletes with a disability

    We want disabled athletes to have a safe and enjoyable race. If you have a disability please contact Jess so we can understand your needs.

    There is not a wheelchair race, but accompanied wheelchairs, visually impaired and learning disabled athletes have all competed successfully in our past events. Choose your start position with care; to avoid jostling it is usually safer to line up at the back of the race - we have chip timing so your race time won't be affected. Let us know and we will endeavour to make your race run smoothly.

    There are some cobbles, speed bumps and hills on the course.

     If an athlete needs a carer or guide to accompany them during the race, the carer is entitled to a free place in the race. To apply for this, or if you have any questions about the suitability of the route, contact Jess.

  • Where is a good place to spectate?

    We suggest that spectators watch the start and then make the 10 minute walk to the finish.

    There is limited access out on the course, as the roads are closed for the athletes.

     

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Course Record

Course Record

Men

29:20
Johnny Mellor in 2023

Women

34:43
Anna Bracegirdle in 2024

2024 Results

Men
1st Kadar Omar (Birchfield Harriers) 31:38
2nd Aaron Doyle (Vale Royal AC) 32:25
3rd Morgan Curry 33:13
Women
1st Anna Bracegirdle (Salford Harriers & AC) 34:43
2nd Lindsay Fisher (West Cheshire Athletic Club) 36:36
3rd Joanna Marsden 36:41