Alderton 5k Run
04 Sep 2027
Organiser's Description
Overview
Now in our 16th year, the Alderton 5k is a fun, friendly and fast 5km run through the beautiful village of Alderton, Gloucestershire.
Open to all abilities — from first-time runners to seasoned racers — with all proceeds supporting Alderton Acorns Pre-School and Toddlers, our much-loved village pre-school.
- Fast, mostly flat course
- Something for every runner – finish times typically range from 16 – 45 minutes
- Great race experience – friendly atmosphere, free finish-line photos, and medals for juniors
- Inclusive and welcoming – U16s, pushchairs, dogs and escorted runners welcome
- Family-friendly – a great village event for runners and supporters alike
Children under 12 should be accompanied on the run by an adult, please.
Race day at a glance
Race HQ:
Alderton Playing Field, Beckford Road, Alderton, GL20 8NL
Race HQ & parking open:
From 9.00 am.
Timings:
Race number collection: 9.30 – 10.50.
Race briefing at 10:45.
Race start: 11.00.
Race start:
Junction of Beckford Road and Willow Bank Road, Alderton, around 150m from Race HQ.
Before the run
Entries
We strongly recommend entering online in advance — especially with our no-questions-asked refund or transfer policy.
Entries are available on the day. Come and see us at Race HQ on Alderton Playing Field from 9.30, and please leave plenty of time before the start.
Refunds & transfers
If you can’t run, don’t worry. We offer a no-questions-asked full refund or transfer policy.
Getting here
Race HQ is at Alderton Playing Field, Beckford Road, Alderton, GL20 8NL.
Parking
Parking is available next to the playing field from 9.30am. Follow postcode GL20 8NL, then follow the event parking signs and directions from our marshals.
Race HQ
Race numbers
Collect your race number from Race HQ between 9.30 and 10.50. Please leave enough time to collect your number and warm up before the race. You only need to give us your name — there’s no need to bring ID or a copy of your entry.
Please complete the emergency contact details and any relevant medical information on the back of your race number, then pin it to the front of your running top.
Safety pins will be provided.
Toilets
Yes. Toilets are available at Race HQ on Alderton Playing Field, in additional portable toilets, and in the Gurkhas at the Gardeners Arms, 100m from Race HQ.
Bag storage
You can leave a bag with our entry marshals. We’ll do our best to keep it safe, but we cannot accept liability for any loss or damage.
Resfreshments
Teas, coffees, drinks and cakes will be available at Race HQ from 9.30.
The run
Start
The start line is at the junction of Beckford Road and Willow Bank Road, just outside the Gardeners Arms and around 150 metres from Race HQ. We’ll have a race briefing at approximately 10.45, before walking together to the start line.
Course
The Alderton 5k is a fast, fairly flat out-and-back course on closed roads. From the start, runners head along the lanes of Beckford Road, passing Race HQ and continuing through Great Washbourne before turning just before the A46 at Beckford.
The course then returns along Beckford Road to Alderton, where runners enter the playing field, complete a short lap of the football pitch and finish near the penalty spot.
It’s a great course for first-time 5k runners — and for anyone looking to clock a quick time.
Course map & GPX
View the full course, including the elevation profile, or download the GPX file:
www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/1195513756
Distance markers
There are distance markers at every kilometre.
Water
Water is available at the start, turnaround point at approximately 2.5km, and finish.
Headphones
You won’t be disqualified for wearing headphones. Please make sure you can hear marshal instructions, emergency vehicles and other runners at all times.
After the finish
The race finishes on Alderton Playing Field, where you can grab some well-earned water, tea and cake.
All junior runners will receive a free medal, and anyone who has purchased a medal can collect it after finishing.
Provisional results will be available shortly after the finish, with final results published later on Facebook, Instagram and at www.alderton5k.co.uk.
We’ll also publish free finish-line photos after the race.
Please stay for the prize presentations, which take place once the final runner has finished — usually around 50 minutes after the race starts. We’d really appreciate your support for our winners.
Family-friendly
The Alderton 5k is a family-friendly event, with activities, games and refreshments available before, during and after the race, as well as a playground on Alderton Playing Field.
We actively encourage runners to bring their families. There are usually plenty of children around to play with, and older children are welcome to get involved by helping our volunteers at the finish line with medals or water.
Alderton Acorns’ qualified staff will provide activities for younger children. However, for insurance reasons, we cannot provide a childcare or crèche facility while you run, so children must remain supervised by a responsible adult at all times.
Keep up to date
Follow the Alderton 5k for the latest race news and updates:
Online: www.alderton5k.co.uk
Facebook: www.facebook.com/alderton5krun
Instagram: www.instagram.com/alderton5krun
Race Director contact details:
For any other questions, please contact Race Director Mark Watts-Jones on mwjmail@gmail.com or 07973 963539.
Overview
Now in our 16th year, the Alderton 5k is a fun, friendly and fast 5km run through the beautiful village of Alderton, Gloucestershire.
Open to all abilities — from first-time runners to seasoned racers — with all proceeds supporting Alderton Acorns Pre-School and Toddlers, our much-loved village pre-school.
- Fast, mostly flat course
- Something for every runner – finish times typically range from 16 – 45 minutes
- Great race experience – friendly atmosphere, free finish-line photos, and medals for juniors
- Inclusive and welcoming – U16s, pushchairs, dogs and escorted runners welcome
- Family-friendly – a great village event for runners and supporters alike
Children under 12 should be accompanied on the run by an adult, please.
Race day at a glance
Race HQ:
Alderton Playing Field, Beckford Road, Alderton, GL20 8NL
Race HQ & parking open:
From 9.00 am.
Timings:
Race number collection: 9.30 – 10.50.
Race briefing at 10:45.
Race start: 11.00.
Race start:
Junction of Beckford Road and Willow Bank Road, Alderton, around 150m from Race HQ.
Before the run
Entries
We strongly recommend entering online in advance — especially with our no-questions-asked refund or transfer policy.
Entries are available on the day. Come and see us at Race HQ on Alderton Playing Field from 9.30, and please leave plenty of time before the start.
Refunds & transfers
If you can’t run, don’t worry. We offer a no-questions-asked full refund or transfer policy.
Getting here
Race HQ is at Alderton Playing Field, Beckford Road, Alderton, GL20 8NL.
Parking
Parking is available next to the playing field from 9.30am. Follow postcode GL20 8NL, then follow the event parking signs and directions from our marshals.
Race HQ
Race numbers
Collect your race number from Race HQ between 9.30 and 10.50. Please leave enough time to collect your number and warm up before the race. You only need to give us your name — there’s no need to bring ID or a copy of your entry.
Please complete the emergency contact details and any relevant medical information on the back of your race number, then pin it to the front of your running top.
Safety pins will be provided.
Toilets
Yes. Toilets are available at Race HQ on Alderton Playing Field, in additional portable toilets, and in the Gurkhas at the Gardeners Arms, 100m from Race HQ.
Bag storage
You can leave a bag with our entry marshals. We’ll do our best to keep it safe, but we cannot accept liability for any loss or damage.
Resfreshments
Teas, coffees, drinks and cakes will be available at Race HQ from 9.30.
The run
Start
The start line is at the junction of Beckford Road and Willow Bank Road, just outside the Gardeners Arms and around 150 metres from Race HQ. We’ll have a race briefing at approximately 10.45, before walking together to the start line.
Course
The Alderton 5k is a fast, fairly flat out-and-back course on closed roads. From the start, runners head along the lanes of Beckford Road, passing Race HQ and continuing through Great Washbourne before turning just before the A46 at Beckford.
The course then returns along Beckford Road to Alderton, where runners enter the playing field, complete a short lap of the football pitch and finish near the penalty spot.
It’s a great course for first-time 5k runners — and for anyone looking to clock a quick time.
Course map & GPX
View the full course, including the elevation profile, or download the GPX file:
www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/1195513756
Distance markers
There are distance markers at every kilometre.
Water
Water is available at the start, turnaround point at approximately 2.5km, and finish.
Headphones
You won’t be disqualified for wearing headphones. Please make sure you can hear marshal instructions, emergency vehicles and other runners at all times.
After the finish
The race finishes on Alderton Playing Field, where you can grab some well-earned water, tea and cake.
All junior runners will receive a free medal, and anyone who has purchased a medal can collect it after finishing.
Provisional results will be available shortly after the finish, with final results published later on Facebook, Instagram and at www.alderton5k.co.uk.
We’ll also publish free finish-line photos after the race.
Please stay for the prize presentations, which take place once the final runner has finished — usually around 50 minutes after the race starts. We’d really appreciate your support for our winners.
Family-friendly
The Alderton 5k is a family-friendly event, with activities, games and refreshments available before, during and after the race, as well as a playground on Alderton Playing Field.
We actively encourage runners to bring their families. There are usually plenty of children around to play with, and older children are welcome to get involved by helping our volunteers at the finish line with medals or water.
Alderton Acorns’ qualified staff will provide activities for younger children. However, for insurance reasons, we cannot provide a childcare or crèche facility while you run, so children must remain supervised by a responsible adult at all times.
Keep up to date
Follow the Alderton 5k for the latest race news and updates:
Online: www.alderton5k.co.uk
Facebook: www.facebook.com/alderton5krun
Instagram: www.instagram.com/alderton5krun
Race Director contact details:
For any other questions, please contact Race Director Mark Watts-Jones on mwjmail@gmail.com or 07973 963539.
Prices
To sign-up for this event, the Service Fee is 4% (min 50p) for each sign-up
Dates and Status
Date: 04 Sep 2027
Places Available/Total: ??/250
Status: Open
| Event | Closing Date |
|---|---|
| Alderton 5k Run - Adults (16+) | 02 Sep 2027 16:00 |
| Alderton 5k Run (under 16s) | 03 Sep 2027 16:00 |