The ever popular Wheathampstead 10K run will be taking place on Sunday 17th May 2026, starting and finishing on the Marford Road Playing Fields. This annual event has become a favourite amongst local runners and even sees competitors from much further afield coming to the village, encouraged by reports of a run with a local feel that takes in some beautiful countryside. The 2K Family Fun Run start
s at 10.00am from the Marford Road Playing Fields. This is an off road, circular run on good footpaths. It is ideal for families and for a pre-10K warm up, suitable for both runners and walkers of ALL ages. The 10K race starts on Marford Road Playing Fields at 11.00am and is chip-timed mat to mat. The 10K is a challenging off-road course, and with its outstanding scenery and friendly village setting this is a popular run with all levels of runners. Enter in advance online via www.atwevents.co.uk/e/wheathampstead-10k-and-2k-fun-run-9130
On the day late entries should be available for the 10K and 2K (please see on the day pricing on the ATW site). The whole morning rounds off with a BBQ, café, cream teas, fairground rides, live music, instrument demonstrations and other fun for the children provided by The Little Gym Harpenden. It makes for a really great morning out with the family. Look forward to seeing you there. For more information follow us on Instagram or www.wheathampstead10k.co.uk
