9 Locks Summer 10km Challenge 2026
From OP Events
- Date Sun 31st May 2026
- Time 09:30
- Location Stourbridge, West Midlands
- Price £27.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 10km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating 9 Locks Summer 10km Challenge on Sunday, May 31, 2026, brought to you by OP Events! This exciting point-to-point race takes place in the picturesque Stourbridge, West Midlands, and is set against the scenic backdrop of the Stourbridge canal. Participants will kick off the event at the historic Bonded Warehouse and tackle the thrilling 9 locks climb, which adds an extra layer of excitement to this stunning course. Runners will finish at the Brierley Hop House, conveniently located near the Merry Hill shopping centre.
With a blend of terrains that include gravel, mud, and tarmac, this 10km challenge is perfect for runners of all skill levels. Enjoy hassle-free parking at the finish area and take advantage of our complimentary coach transfer, making your race day experience smooth and enjoyable. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to test your limits and take in the beautiful surroundings—mark your calendar for the 9 Locks Summer 10km Challenge!
With a blend of terrains that include gravel, mud, and tarmac, this 10km challenge is perfect for runners of all skill levels. Enjoy hassle-free parking at the finish area and take advantage of our complimentary coach transfer, making your race day experience smooth and enjoyable. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to test your limits and take in the beautiful surroundings—mark your calendar for the 9 Locks Summer 10km Challenge!
9 Locks Summer 10km Challenge 2026
Sun 31st May 2026
Organiser's Description
The 9 Locks Challenge is a 10k point to point event along the Stourbridge canal.
It starts at the Bonded Warehouse in Stourbridge.
In the mid section of the event encompasses the 9 locks climb, which provides the challenge of the event.
Finishes at the Brierley Hop House, Waterfront, near the Merry Hill shopping centre.
Free, hassle free parking (at the finish area) with free coach transfer (10 - 15 min) to the start.
Mixture of terrains, including gravel, mud, tarmac.
It starts at the Bonded Warehouse in Stourbridge.
In the mid section of the event encompasses the 9 locks climb, which provides the challenge of the event.
Finishes at the Brierley Hop House, Waterfront, near the Merry Hill shopping centre.
Free, hassle free parking (at the finish area) with free coach transfer (10 - 15 min) to the start.
Mixture of terrains, including gravel, mud, tarmac.
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Sharon
·3 days ago
I won't lie, it was hard!!!
However, it was lots of fun, the marshals were excellent and kept us motivated. The whole thing was brilliantly organised, and fun.
The medal is absolutely awesome.
Overall, a brilliant day that I will do again.
My first running event on my own! - this was my first ever running event. I’m a 30 year old female. I arrived and parked using the postcode provided and jumped onto my allocated bus. I sat next to a lady who was also on her own so we spent the journey talking about all things running! We started out together which was nice and met back up at the end. The run itself is fantastically organised everything ran so smoothly with clear directions. The team were fantastic honestly their cheers and clapping along the course was very much appreciated. I felt apart of something special. I’m so glad this event was my first as it’s honestly made me want to book so many more events. It’s given me the confidence boost I needed. I can’t thank you all enough! The medal and goodie bag was beautiful, thank you.
Panagiotis
·3 days ago
Starting from the end, the medal is a piece of art, well done to everyone worked for that. The finish line finds the majority of the runners exhausted by the uphill challenge. Scenic views through the canals and excellent implementation of the staggered start.
A great run overall 👌
A great race. Beautiful and interesting route with the uphill challenge of the locks. Very well organised and the best goody bag at the end! Free parking at the finish with a free bus taking you to the start. Beware, there can be quite a bit of hanging about - either for the bus - or at the staggered start so do come with some suitable disposable clothing that can be dropped (for charity collection) right at the start. Highly recommended as a different, fun and from the results I’ve seen, fast 10k.
9 Locks Summer 10km Challenge 2026
