Alf Shrubb Memorial - 10k & 5k
From Alf Shrubb Memorial 10k and 5k
- Date Sun 12th September 2027
- Time 10:00
- Location Celebrate Slinfold’s legendary runner Alf Shrubb by taking part in the Alf Shrubb Memorial Races on 12th September 2027. Run a 10k or 5k trail race, bring the family for the children’s races, and help support local community causes.
- Price £3.55 - £21.44
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Alf Shrubb Memorial 10k & 5k races on Sunday, September 12, 2027, in the picturesque village of Slinfold, West Sussex! Organized by the Alf Shrubb Memorial Event Team, this vibrant event commemorates one of the area's most iconic athletes, while supporting local community causes. With both a 10k and a 5k race on offer, as well as a fun one-mile children’s race featuring the Inter-Schools Challenge Trophy, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
Participants will experience the beauty of the Sussex countryside as they navigate mixed trail routes, starting and finishing at Slinfold Cricket Club. Expect a day filled with camaraderie, refreshments, and the thrill of competition, as all races are chip-timed to ensure accurate results. Plus, every finisher will take home a unique medal inspired by Alf Shrubb's original design. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, support your community, and create lasting memories—register early as spaces are expected to fill quickly!
Participants will experience the beauty of the Sussex countryside as they navigate mixed trail routes, starting and finishing at Slinfold Cricket Club. Expect a day filled with camaraderie, refreshments, and the thrill of competition, as all races are chip-timed to ensure accurate results. Plus, every finisher will take home a unique medal inspired by Alf Shrubb's original design. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, support your community, and create lasting memories—register early as spaces are expected to fill quickly!
Alf Shrubb Memorial - 10k & 5k
Sun 12th September 2027
Organiser's Description
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The Alf Shrubb Memorial Event Team are proud to announce that the winners of the two Slinfold Resident Awards go to Clare Doxford for First Female and Aaron Bird for First Male.
We are also proud to announce that this year's School Challenge Trophy is awarded to Southwater Junior Academy.
Ian Dickinson, Race Director
Thank you to everyone who took part and helped organise the 2026 race! Results are available here. Race photos are here.
Alf Shrubb will be back in 2027!
Following its successful relaunch in 2024, the Alf Shrubb Memorial Races return to Slinfold to celebrate one of the village’s most famous sporting heroes while raising funds for local community causes.
Taking place on Sunday 12th September 2027, the event offers something for everyone with a 10k race, 5k race and children’s races, making it a fantastic day out for runners and families alike.
The popular one-mile children’s race (ages 8–11) will once again feature the Inter-Schools Challenge Trophy.
The event has grown rapidly since its return. In 2025 entry numbers doubled, the 10k reached full capacity, and the inaugural 5k attracted more than 100 runners. Both races are expected to fill quickly in 2027.
Why Take Part?
- Support local community causes
- Run through the beautiful Sussex countryside
- Chip-timed races for accurate results
- Events for all ages, including children’s races
- Refreshments, cakes and a fully licensed bar
- Plenty of facilities, including additional ladies-only toilets
- Replica Alf Shrubb medal for all race finishers
- Prize category winners receive a winners certificate
The Races
The 10k and 5k mixed trail races start in Slinfold and take runners through the scenic West Sussex countryside, using a combination of local footpaths, bridleways and trails.
- 10k – two scenic laps finishing at Slinfold Cricket Club
- 5k – closely similar scenic route but one lap only
All races are chip timed and finish on the cricket pitch.
The one-mile children’s race (ages 8–11) will feature the Inter-Schools Challenge Trophy.
The 5–7 year-old race takes place at Slinfold Cricket Club, which also serves as event headquarters for race number collection and warm-ups.
A professionally led warm-up will take place on the cricket field before runners move to the start line on Clapgate Lane.
Race Day Atmosphere
Refreshments will be available throughout the day including tea, coffee, soft drinks and plenty of homemade cakes. The cricket club’s fully licensed bar will also be open.
About Alf Shrubb
Born in Slinfold in 1879, Alf Shrubb became one of the greatest distance runners of his era.
He won the 1901 National Cross-Country Championship by an extraordinary 350 yards, later breaking the three-mile world record in 14:17.6, which stood for 29 years. By 1904 he held the world records at 1½, 2, 3 and 4 miles, and in 1905 in Glasgow he famously broke seven world records in one evening.
A pair of Alf Shrubb’s running shoes, normally held at Horsham Museum, will be on display at the Cricket Club on race day.
Supporting the Community
The event raises funds for local organisations and community causes, and we are proud of the donations made in recent years. With your support, we hope to continue making a positive impact in the local community.
Additional donations and sponsorship are always welcome to help maximise the funds we can give back.
Awards
All finishers will receive a bespoke medal, a replica of Alf Shrubb’s original medal.
Awards will also be presented for:
- Top male and female finishers
- Age-group category winners
- Top male and female Slinfold residents
The Alf Shrubb Memorial Event Team are proud to announce that the winners of the two Slinfold Resident Awards go to Clare Doxford for First Female and Aaron Bird for First Male.
We are also proud to announce that this year's School Challenge Trophy is awarded to Southwater Junior Academy.
Ian Dickinson, Race Director
Thank you to everyone who took part and helped organise the 2026 race! Results are available here. Race photos are here.
Alf Shrubb will be back in 2027!
Following its successful relaunch in 2024, the Alf Shrubb Memorial Races return to Slinfold to celebrate one of the village’s most famous sporting heroes while raising funds for local community causes.
Taking place on Sunday 12th September 2027, the event offers something for everyone with a 10k race, 5k race and children’s races, making it a fantastic day out for runners and families alike.
The popular one-mile children’s race (ages 8–11) will once again feature the Inter-Schools Challenge Trophy.
The event has grown rapidly since its return. In 2025 entry numbers doubled, the 10k reached full capacity, and the inaugural 5k attracted more than 100 runners. Both races are expected to fill quickly in 2027.
Why Take Part?
- Support local community causes
- Run through the beautiful Sussex countryside
- Chip-timed races for accurate results
- Events for all ages, including children’s races
- Refreshments, cakes and a fully licensed bar
- Plenty of facilities, including additional ladies-only toilets
- Replica Alf Shrubb medal for all race finishers
- Prize category winners receive a winners certificate
The Races
The 10k and 5k mixed trail races start in Slinfold and take runners through the scenic West Sussex countryside, using a combination of local footpaths, bridleways and trails.
- 10k – two scenic laps finishing at Slinfold Cricket Club
- 5k – closely similar scenic route but one lap only
All races are chip timed and finish on the cricket pitch.
The one-mile children’s race (ages 8–11) will feature the Inter-Schools Challenge Trophy.
The 5–7 year-old race takes place at Slinfold Cricket Club, which also serves as event headquarters for race number collection and warm-ups.
A professionally led warm-up will take place on the cricket field before runners move to the start line on Clapgate Lane.
Race Day Atmosphere
Refreshments will be available throughout the day including tea, coffee, soft drinks and plenty of homemade cakes. The cricket club’s fully licensed bar will also be open.
About Alf Shrubb
Born in Slinfold in 1879, Alf Shrubb became one of the greatest distance runners of his era.
He won the 1901 National Cross-Country Championship by an extraordinary 350 yards, later breaking the three-mile world record in 14:17.6, which stood for 29 years. By 1904 he held the world records at 1½, 2, 3 and 4 miles, and in 1905 in Glasgow he famously broke seven world records in one evening.
A pair of Alf Shrubb’s running shoes, normally held at Horsham Museum, will be on display at the Cricket Club on race day.
Supporting the Community
The event raises funds for local organisations and community causes, and we are proud of the donations made in recent years. With your support, we hope to continue making a positive impact in the local community.
Additional donations and sponsorship are always welcome to help maximise the funds we can give back.
Awards
All finishers will receive a bespoke medal, a replica of Alf Shrubb’s original medal.
Awards will also be presented for:
- Top male and female finishers
- Age-group category winners
- Top male and female Slinfold residents
Races
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Kids Race, 5 - 7yrs 2027
Sun 12th September 2027 (10:00)
£3.55
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One Mile Kids Race, 8 - 11yrs 2027
Sun 12th September 2027 (10:10)
£5.58
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10k 2027
Sun 12th September 2027 (11:00)
£21.44
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5k 2027
Sun 12th September 2027 (11:00)
£16.14
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