Ross on Wye Riverbank Run 10K, 5k & Fun Run
Join us on Sunday 6th September 2026 for the ever popular Ross Riverbank Festival of running. Chip timed races on a flat course hugging the banks of the River Wye. Race HQ is near the start line at the Rowing Club.
Race Information:
- Race Date: Sunday 6th September 2026
- Race HQ: Rowing Club, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 7DF
Entries:
- Fun Run: Under 11's must be accompanied by an adult. Not chip timed. £4 per person, sign up in advance or cash only payable on the day.
- 5k: Race Limit 300. Minimum age 11 on day of event. Chip timed. Entry Fees: £17.00 – Affiliated / £19.00 – Unattached. Sign ups online via Entry Central.
- 10k: Race Limit 300. Minimum age 15 on day of event. Chip timed. Entry Fees: £22.00 – Affiliated / £24.00 – Unattached. Sign ups on line via Entry Central.
ALL ENTRANTS MUST SIGN UP IN ADVANCE, NO ON THE DAY SIGN UPS PERMITTED.
Start Times:
- 08:45am Fun Run (approx 500m)
- 09:00am 10k - 09:15am 10k Canicross
- 09:30am 5k - 9:45am 5k Canicross
Canicross 5k and 10k will start 15 minutes after the start of the event. Anyone wishing to participate with their dog MUST make themselves known on bib collection and must run with a canicross harness. Strictly no dogs allowed in the mass starts for both events.
Bag Drop: No bag drop at the event, all belongings are left at your own risk.
First Aid: Full medical event cover will be in place.
Parking: Some parking available at the Rowing Club (one-way system). Ample parking around the town within a short walk.
Facilities: Toilets available on site at the Rowing Club.
Refreshments: Water station out on the course and at the finish area. Water available for dogs at the end.
Distance/Terrain: Multi-Terrain, off road, parts of the river path, expect grass/mud.
Course Details: Full UK Athletics License.
Medals: Every finisher will receive a finishers medal.
Prizes: For top finishers and age categories in 5k and 10k. Canicross prizes for top 3 finishers.