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Elmbridge Road Runners present...
THE ELMBRIDGE 10K 2026
with the support of Bodymechanics and About The Run
Sunday 19th July 2026 Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
LOCATION
The race village is at Xcel Sports Hub, Waterside Drive Walton-on-Thames Surrey KT12 2JP (What3Words: ///tricks.tummy.handle)
The race starts and finishes on the track, takes a stretch of the Thames towpath and a small part on local roads.
Please be aware that there is a section of the route, on part of the towpath, where the faster runners will ​meet the slower oncoming runners. Please keep keep to the right on this section.
PARKING
The main parking is the car park for the sports hub running track. Parking is limited, so PLEASE use public transport or car share where possible. Waterside Drive will have parking on one side only to avoid congestion; otherwise you may find parking on local streets - noting these can be very busy due to other local events. Please park considerately and ensure residents’ driveways are not blocked.
BAG DROP
There is no official tagged bag drop, but bags can be left (at runners' risk) at race HQ.
MINIMUM AGE
The minimum age on race day to be able to participate is 16.
RACE TIMING
Sport Systems will be timing the event, they will provide runners with a “Personal Time” calculated from when the runner crosses the start line to when the runner crosses the finish line – this is called Chip to chip timing. We will also provide a “Race Time” calculated from when the race is started to when the runner crosses the finish line – this is called Gun time. As set down by the rules of athletics, the results and prizes will be provided in Race Time order.
RACE NUMBERS, CHIPS AND RACE INFORMATION
In advance: Race packs and t-shirts (if purchased at registration) can be collected from the About The Run store in Kingston (About The Run) on Friday July 17th, 09:30-17:30, and on Saturday, July 18th, 10:00-18:00.
On the day: Race packs/ t-shirts can be picked up at race HQ from 7:45AM. Please allow extra time to do this. Race specific information will be on the club website. https://www.err.club/elmbridge10k
SPONSORS
We are very grateful to our sponsors Bodymechanics - physiotherapy and sports massage, and About The Run - the independent specialist running store. All participants in the race this year are entitled to a 25% discount on an initial consultation at Bodymechanics and 10% off purchases at About The Run!
ARE YOU ENTERED ?
The Participant list can be found here under the 'Participants' tab.
What happens if I can’t take part?
All event entries are non-refundable. This decision is down to the organiser of the individual race. If you can’t take part you may be able to transfer your number - use the details on your confirmation email to request this. Note the ability to transfer your place closes 5 days before the race as we need to finalise the participant list.
HEADPHONES
Although not banned outright under the UKA Rules of Athletics we advise against wearing headphones or earphones and other types of music players while participating. When running on your own the choices you make are yours but a race is different because it is a public event. It is important to be able to hear race instructions, warnings and traffic before and during the race and after crossing the finish line. If you choose to participate in a race using these devices you should be prepared to accept full responsibility for your own safety and for the safety of anyone else who may be affected. While unlikely you may also risk disqualification.
MEMENTO
All finishers will receive a medal.
NEW FOR 2026 - ELMBRIDGE 10k T-SHIRT!
For the first time this year, a t-shirt is available to all entrants of the Elmbridge 10k. This is a technical t-shirt made by Pressio and is available in a unisex fit in a range of sizes (S, M, L, XL). To order, simply select the appropriate size as you check out and the price will be calculated and added to your total. The t-shirt is priced at £12.50 and is available in sizes S, M, L and XL.
If ordered, the t-shirt will be available to collect with your race pack (see above for details on collecting race packs).
PRIZES
1st Man and 1st Lady £150, 2nd £100 and 3rd £50
Course record Men’s and Ladies £100
Men's course record is 29:56 (2024) and Women's is 34:14 (2025).
Cash prizes to: 1st Man over 35/45/55/65, 1st Woman over 35/45/55/65
Trophies to 1st Mens team (6 to count) and Women's team (4 to count).
PHOTOGRAPHS
Race photos will be uploaded on the club Flickr page following the event, where they can be downloaded for free.
PLEASE TAKE NOTE
Race Safety Guidelines
This is a friendly, well marshalled race in a densely populated area. Please respect other users on the race route. Keep your eyes open for walkers, dog walkers, cyclists etc.
You are responsible for your own safety. Our marshals are there to help keep you safe, so please do as they say. In particular:
- For the start, please stand in the pen marked for your expected time, to avoid congestion until you are through the gate.
- At 3km the race turns right from the towpath on to Cherry Orchard Road. Just before that, when asked to do so, please keep to the right, to avoid faster runners coming towards you where the path is narrow. There will be signs and marshals at this point.
- Keep to the pavement whenever you can – the roads are not closed – do not run needlessly in the road. Marshals will help on each crossing.
- At 7km you will meet the runners at the contraflow in the other direction. Please keep right as directed, to avoid slower runners coming towards you.
- If you see anyone injured or in distress please tell a marshal, First aiders are on hand.
COURSE MAP
RESULTS
The results will normally be posted on the results section of www.sportsystems.co.uk shortly after the race; we aim to do this before leaving the venue. And, later, on http://www.err.club Have a great run.
Elmbridge Road Runners