Ellesmere Port RC 5K
The Ellesmere Port RC 5K is a chip timed one-lap race on rural lanes around the village of Capenhurst in Cheshire. The course is described as fast and flat and recorded course personal bests include 13:55 for men and 16:37 for women. The event holds an EA licence number 30497.
Race headquarters are at Capenhurst Sports Ground, Capenhurst Lane, CH1 6HL, where race numbers and timing chips are collected. Parking is provided at Capenhurst Technology Park, Capenhurst, Chester, CH1 6EH. The sports ground is the designated warm up area; participants are asked not to warm up on Capenhurst Lane. The roads around the course will still be open to traffic until 7:00pm.
Prizes are listed for overall finishers and category winners: first, second and third open male and female prizes of £100, £50 and £25 respectively; first place in veteran categories £25; and an additional £250 for a new course record. Overall prizes are presented after the race; other prizes will be posted to winners. Bottled water and a free ice cream are available at the finish area, and the event sponsor will provide gels at the finish.
Entrants must be 13 or over on race day. Entry fees are £16 for UKA affiliated runners and £18 for non UKA affiliated runners. Cancellations may be made until 7 August 2026 and refunds may be authorised at the discretion of the Race Director. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.