Picardy 5k 2026
Join us for the 2nd year of the Picardy 5K! Sign up now for the 2nd year of the Picardy 5K taking place in Insch, Aberdeenshire – a community fundraising event organised in partnership by Jog Scotland Insch (JSI) and Bennachie Leisure Centre (BLC) to support the Bennachie Leisure Centre Charity. Applied for Scottish Event Licence.
Open to runners aged 12 years and over, this friendly 5K is suitable for all abilities. The suggested donation to enter is £15, with all proceeds going to support wellbeing and community services provided at BLC. Timing chips are included with race numbers.
Event Day Timetable
Saturday 22nd August at the Recreation Park, Insch, Aberdeenshire.
- Registration at the Bennachie Centre from 9 am.
- Warm up 10 am and the 5K start at 10:15 am.
- Rainbow runs organised by Insch Primary will follow from 11:30 am throughout the day.
- Prizegiving will be at 11:30 am.
The event day includes community activities such as Rainbow runs, food from the café, a barbecue and a visiting ice cream van. All finishers receive a specially designed medal.
Parking
Bennachie Leisure Centre front car park and Insch village car park. Local residents are asked to walk to the centre where possible.
Route
The route was created by members of Jog Scotland Insch, taking in the picturesque village of Insch and the surrounding countryside.
Facilities
Facilities at Bennachie Leisure Centre include changing rooms, toilets, showers, and a secure bag drop. Café and refreshments are also available.
Safety
Participants should note there are a few road crossings; marshals will assist but roads will not be closed and personal safety remains the responsibility of each participant.
Entry and Timing
Both entry and timing are provided by Thistle Timing. Entry is a suggested donation of £15. Results will be posted on http://www.thistletimingresults.co.uk.
Note: Registration closes 20 August 2026 23:59.