Chase The Sun Heaton Park
Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Aug 12, 2026 - Wednesday
5k, 10k, 10mi
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Race Information
Take part in the Chase The Sun 5k, 10k & 10 Mile event in Heaton Park. This large park, just north of Manchester and home to a Grade 1 listed neoclassical 18th-century house, is the perfect setting for a fun day out. Running on the paths within Heaton Park, this race is a great opportunity for a chip timed personal best. There will be music, refreshments and a fantastic themed Heaton Park medal.
The battle to get around the course to the finish line before the sun goes downplay it safe and fly around the 5k to finish before sunset or go for the extra challenge of the 10k or 10 mile.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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