Incorporating Beds AAA County Championship 5-Mile Event 2026
Dunstable Road Runners
5 Mile Charity Race
Sunday 19th April 2026 — 10:00 AM
Creasey Park, Dunstable LU6 1BBFast, measured, chip-timed and charity-driven. Join 350 runners on a UKA-certified course supporting local causes.
Race Permit 29726Course Measurement 24/5172025 MND charity total £4,275.76
Entry window
Open now
Limit
350 runners
Enter early; on-the-day only if space
Race day schedule
- 08:30 Registration & number pick-up
- 09:45 Registration closes
- 10:00 Race start
UKA measured & permitted
Why run here
A fast, friendly spring 5 miler
We keep the field focused and supportive with a capped entry, fully marshalled single-side road closures, and quick online results. Every pound after costs goes directly to our charity partner.
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Chip timing
Accurate splits and instant rankings
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Medal & prizes
Finisher medal plus veteran categories
Venue
Creasey Park Community Football Centre
Creasey Park Drive, Dunstable, LU6 1BB — ample parking, changing and baggage area on site.
Start 10:00Single lapClosed roadsWater station
Race essentials
What to know at a glance
Pin down the logistics before race day.
Who can enter- Runners aged 16+ on race day
- Beds AAA: born in Beds or resident 9+ months
- On-the-day only if the 350 cap not reached
Support on course- Medical provision at start/finish and on route
- Signed, marshalled, part road (temporary, single side road closures & pavement)
- Toilets, baggage drop, changing, refreshments
Results- Chip timing with online results shortly after finish
- Category prizes for seniors and veterans
- 2025 results
Rules- UK Athletic rules (Permit 29726)
- Course Measurement Certificate 24/517
- No headphones permitted, refer to participant pack
Course snapshot
One-lap certified route
A single five-mile loop starting and finishing at Creasey Park. Gentle undulations, smooth tarmac, and space to race. Water station at halfway with clear kilometre markers throughout.
Surface
Tarmac, closed to traffic on one side
Profile
Mostly flat with mild rises
Markers
Km boards and marshals at key turns
Access
Parking available, car share where possible
Dunstable Road Runners
Organising quality races in Bedfordshire
Fast, friendly and charity-focused. See you on the start line.
Contact: dunstableroadrunners@gmail.comVenue: Creasey Park Drive, Dunstable LU6 1BB
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