FIXTURES • RACE EVENT
Ranelagh 10K
Sunday 30 May 2027 @ 9.00am • Riverside Drive Open Space, Richmond TW10 7QA
A Half Marathon Worth Running.
A flat, scenic two-lap course through Ham and along the Thames towpath, taking in the leafy surroundings of Teddington Lock. With a fantastic atmosphere, brilliant support and a warm Ranelagh welcome, it's a race to enjoy, whether you're chasing a PB or taking on your first 10K.
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10K of Pure Running Joy
Scenic from Start to Finish
Two laps through Ham, with leafy stretches along the Thames towpath and the beautiful surroundings of Teddington Lock. A flat, scenic course with plenty to enjoy along the way.
A Club Tradition
With a long history of staging successful running events, Ranelagh Harriers brings experience, care and enthusiasm to race day. Our fantastic volunteers and marshals help make it a friendly, well-supported and memorable occasion.
Make It Your 10K
Whether you're taking on your first half marathon, aiming for a personal best or competing for championship honours, there's plenty to run for. Set your own challenge and enjoy the achievement.
Key Details
race day information
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Location: Race HQ, the start and finish are all at Riverside Drive Open Space, at the junction of Riverside Drive and Ham Street >
Public transport: Bus routes 65 and 371 stop within a 10-minute walk. Visit Transport for London website (postcode TW10 7RT).
Parking: Free on-street parking is available around the start/finish area. Please park considerately, respecting local residents. Parking is at your own risk.
Race numbers: Collect your race number and timing chip from Race HQ from 7.30am on race day.
Facilities: Portable toilets and a staffed bag drop will be available. Tea, coffee and ice cream will be available to purchase after the race.
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Water stations: Water will be available in paper cups at approximately 2.4km and 6.5km.
Refill station: A water refill station will be available at the start/finish area. We encourage runners to bring a reusable bottle. All finishers will also receive a bottle of water, which can be refilled after the race.
Support: Each kilometre will be marked out and marshals will be at all turns on the route, supported by lead, roving and tail bikes.
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Individual medals for Open and Women Podium, plus Age Categories:
Podium: 1st, 2nd & 3rd
35 – 44: 1st
45 – 54: 1st
55 – 64: 1st
65+: 1st
75+: 1st
If you are eligible for a Podium and an Age Category prize, the greater value prize will be awarded. The other prize will be offered to the next finisher after.
1st Team: Women’s or Men’s. Each 4 to score.
Cash prizes:
Course Record: £100 to the first person to break the current course records (Open 71:25 & Women 77:46).
PB Draw: Run a PB (including age PB) and enter a draw to win a prize (subject to post race verification).
Spot prizes:
First 10K Ever: Be in with the chance to win a pair of running shoes, simply by finishing your first 10K!
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Every finisher receives a unique Ranelagh 10K race patch to celebrate their achievement.
It's part of our ongoing commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our events. While we know medals and T-shirts are popular, we wanted to offer something a little different, a keepsake that can be used and enjoyed long after race day.
Sew it onto your running bag or tracksuit, display it or even use it as a coaster! However you choose to use yours, we hope it becomes a lasting reminder of your achievement and the joy of running we all share.
The Course
Flat two-lap 10K in the borough of Richmond Upon Thames, with scenic views of the river and trees around Teddington Lock and the Thames Towpath.
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From the grassy start, runners head along Riverside Drive towards Kingston, before turning right onto the service road leading down to Teddington Lock, and then left before the lock onto the higher riverside towpath.
The course then runs along the towpath before turning left onto Lower Ham Road and continuing onto Richmond Road, Dukes Avenue, Dysart Avenue, Burnell Avenue, Beaufort Road and before turning left back onto Riverside Drive.
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The second lap begins with a left hand turn towards Teddington Lock and round the same course loop again.
After completing the second lap, runners will be directed to continue straight up along Riverside Drive, towards the finish.
Race Rules & Safety
All Ranelagh Harriers events are held in accordance with UK Athletics Rules for Competition. Please read the following information before entering.
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Runners must be aged 15 or over on race day.
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This is not a closed-road race. Please keep left, use pavements where possible, observe the Highway Code and be considerate of pedestrians, cyclists, other runners and road users.
In-ear and over-ear headphones are not permitted under UK Athletics rules for this race. Bone-conduction headphones are allowed. Failure to comply may result in disqualification.
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Some sections of the course have uneven surfaces and are not suitable for wheelchair users.
Blind or partially sighted runners may be accompanied by a guide runner. Dogs are not permitted, except where the Race Director has granted an exemption for a medical assistance dog.
Other runners must not be accompanied or followed by non-participants, including cyclists.
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Should flooding, maintenance or other unforeseen circumstances affect the route, clearly marked diversions may be introduced. Any changes will be communicated as soon as possible.
Previous Race Results
Explore previous Ranelagh 10K results, from course records and category winners to personal bests and first-time finishers.
Course Record: Samuel Stevens (City Of Norwich AC) 31:45 · Tracy Barlow (Thames Valley Harriers) 35:10
Record to 2023: Phil Wicks (Belgrave) 30:30 · Tish Jones (Belgrave) 34:30
Record to 2009: Mark Goddard (Shaftesbury Barnet) 29:49 · Charlotte Dale (Invicta) 34:00
Entries, Transfers & Cancellations
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Entries are non-refundable, except in the case of pregnancy. If you become pregnant before race day, we can offer a refund or defer your entry for up to two years.
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In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to transfer your entry to another Ranelagh race within the same calendar year, such as the Half Marathon.
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Yes. Entries can be transferred up to one week before race day for a £5 administration fee.
To transfer your place, log in to your registration using the email address and booking reference from your confirmation email. Enter the new runner's email address, and they'll receive an invitation to register and pay the transfer fee.
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If we cancel the event, entry fees will be refunded, less booking fees.
If the race is postponed due to severe weather or circumstances beyond our control, entries will be carried forward to the rescheduled date.
For any questions about refunds, deferrals or transfers, please contact events@ranelagh-harriers.co.uk.
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