Port Sunlight 10K & 5K
The Port Sunlight 10K and 5K started back in 2014 and is set in the idyllic village of Port Sunlight. The village was built originally in 1888 to house William Hesketh Lever’s ‘Sunlight Soap’ factory workers, but today is home to beautiful architecture, a world-class art gallery, stunning parkland and a thriving community.
The village provides not only a unique and picturesque backdrop for runners but an ideal environment for a family day out - which is why the 10K and 5K races have been joined on race day by a 1K for kids to take part in so everyone can get involved.
The start and finish area sits alongside local landmarks, such as the impressive central fountain, the Lady Lever Art Gallery and the Port Sunlight Museum, with the route then a network of roads sending runners out on twists and turns into the corners of the village.
With the 5K setting off at 10.00am over a single lap, the 10K then starts at 11.00am over two laps, so there's plenty of running for the spectators to watch as 1,000s of runners chase down fast times.
With the main event complete it's then time for the youngsters to get involved and have a go over a short 1K course once the 10K is over. Entries are taken on the day for the 1K and everyone completing the course gets a medal and a little reward for their efforts.
Participants can also make the most of our Dual Race. Over the last couple of year there has been growing interest in running both the 5K AND 10K races so if you would like to take up the dual race challenge, there are a limited number of places available for both races at a discounted rate. Two t-shirts, two medals and a bonus Dual Entry medal. What's not to like about Port Sunlight?
Entries
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
- Chip Timing
- Finisher’s goody bag
- Finisher T-shirt
- Exclusive medal
- A fantastic experience!
1K Fun Run
Why not bring the whole family? There will also be a 1km fun run taking place alongside the 5K and 10K races! The fun run is open to runners aged three and up, of all backgrounds and abilities, and is a fantastic day out for all the family, with each child taking part receiving their own medal! We encourage children of all backgrounds and abilities to take part in the Fun Run, including those with disabilities and any other special considerations. Please get in touch so we can help you and them have the best experience. Parents are required to accompany their children around the course but don't have to purchase a separate ticket for the event.
Route
The 5K course is a complete lap of Port Sunlight Village, while the 10K is two laps. The start and finish line is situated at Windy Bank and the full route is shown on the map. For runners in the 5K they will finish back at Windy bank after one complete lap of the Village. 10K runners will pass to the left of the finish line after a complete lap to begin a second lap and finish back at Windy Bank after the completion of their second lap.