BEDFORD 5K 2019
#BEDFORD5K2019
31st August 2019
We are excited to announce that the nation’s most popular running distance, the 5K, will be added to the Bedford Half Marathon Weekend this summer.
Open to ages eight and above and with no time cut off, the Bedford 5K promises to be an inclusive, fun-filled, family-orientated experience. As with the Twilight 10K and Half Marathon, finishers will receive an eye-catching medal, and other sought-after goodies.
The additional event will take place after Bedford’s established parkrun, providing another opportunity for those who want to do both events, whilst also acting as a stepping stone towards longer distances at larger scaled running events.
We are currently in the process of finalising all of the details for this new race and we will be releasing all the information very soon!
While we finalise the details of the inaugural Bedford 5K, we are asking everyone who is interested in running to register their interest.
Why would you register your interest? We’re glad you asked! As places are VERY limited in this race (only 800 available) we will be opening entries one day early to all those who have expressed an interest and registered. We will send a link via email to the address provided.
What do you need to do to register your interest? Click the button above, enter your name and email address and click submit. It’s that easy!
Remember, only those who have registered their interest will get access to entries early!
BEDFORD 5K INFO
Is the course measured?
The course will be measured and verified by Association of UK Course Measurers
Is there a cut-off time?
No! All levels of ability are welcome
What is the date of the race?
Race is in the morning of Saturday 31.08.19
Where do we collect our race number from?
More info on this will be available soon
Is the race officially timed?
Official times will be provided by our timing company and will count for your new PB!
Is there a medal for finishers?
ALWAYS!
Where does the race start?
The race starts and finishes inside Priory Country Park, Bedford. For travel info see below
How much is the entry fee?
£12.50 + a booking fee
How old do I have to be to run?
8 years old or older on race day
What time does the race start?
The first wave of runners will start at 10:30am
Is there a map of the course?
What’s on at the festival?
See festival tab for more info
EVENT VILLAGE
Above map is 2018 event village. 2019 village coming soon.
EVENT VILLAGE HIGHLIGHTS
BEDFORD HALF MARATHON
01.09.19
LIVE MUSIC
YOGA
STREET FOOD FESTIVAL
KIDS CLUB
SHOP
GALLERY
BEDFORD RUN CLUB
TRAVEL & PARKING
PARKING
Parking for the event will be limited so please allow time to get from the town centre to the start. For the best parking suggestions please click here.
BUS
The Bus Service 4 between Bedford Town Centre and Goldington, via Wendover Drive, stops close to the entrance to Priory Park. Approx travel time 10 mins.
TRAIN
Bedford is just 35 mins from London by train! Bedford train station is on the Midland Main Line from London St Pancras to the East Midlands. For more information call +44 (0)8457 484950 or visit the National Rail Journey Planner.
CYCLING
There are various options to park your bike securely and we advise local runners to avoid cars. Secure bike parking will be provided inside Priory Park.