Battersea Spring Run Festival 2026

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  • Date Sun 3rd May 2026
  • Time 09:30
  • Location London
  • Price £5.00 - £25.00
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of running at the Battersea Spring Run Festival 2026, hosted by GBR Run on Sunday, May 3rd, 2026, in the picturesque Battersea Park, London! This vibrant event promises a unique experience, with all races starting and finishing on the track at the Battersea Park Millennium Arena. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including a challenging 10km, a fun-filled 5km, and a spirited 3km, along with a special Kids Dash to ensure that everyone in the family can join in the fun.

With a chip-timed format, runners will receive a bespoke medal and refreshments at the finish line, making this event even more rewarding. The top three male and female finishers in each distance will be awarded trophies, with additional age group categories for the 10km, ensuring that every runner has a chance to shine. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a first-time participant, the Battersea Spring Run Festival is designed to foster a supportive environment for all abilities. Join us for a day of community, celebration, and personal achievement as we make unforgettable memories on the stunning paths around the lake, carriage drives, and bandstand of Battersea Park!

Battersea Spring Run Festival 2026

Sun 3rd May 2026

A serene park scene with a traditional Japanese pagoda on the left, surrounded by lush green trees. A wide pathway leads into the distance along a river with a blue sky overhead. A few people are strolling, and a red railing runs alongside the river.

Organiser's Description

With all races starting and finishing uniquely on the track at the Battersea Park Millennium Arena, The Battersea Park Run Fest offers a great experience running around the lake, carriage drives, bandstand and pathways. Plus with 10km, 5km and 3km distances, and the Kids Dash, there is something for everyone, including the children.

This will be a Chip timed event, with a bespoke Medal and refreshments at the finish. The overall top 3 male and female finishers for each distance will be awarded trophies, as well as the following age group categories for the 10k only:

40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Age categories are based upon age at day of race. Top three finishers will be excluded from age category prizes.

Finish times will be based upon gun time.

Our running events appeal to all abilities - from social runners taking the plunge into their first race, to some of the best local athletes. We strive to create an environment where all runners
are encouraged to achieve their personal goals, no matter what their ability.

Races

  • 10k

    You Must Be Aged 15 or Over on Race Day to Take Part

    £25.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • 5k

    You Must Be Aged 11 or Over on Race Day to Take Part

    £19.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • 3k

    You Must Be Aged 6 or Over on Race Day to Take Part.

    £14.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Kids Dash

    A Dash Around the Millennium Arena Track. This Event Is Only for Kids Aged 5 and Under.

    £5.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED

Reviews

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4.5

3 reviews

JL
Jane

·8 months ago

Great race. well organised in a lovely location. Nice medal Two small gripes:- 1) Not enough toilets for females. Relied on the toilets in the sports centre. There were only three and they were blocked up by the time I got to the front of the queue. 2) Signage on course could have been better, I took a wrong turn and had to retrace my steps
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ELENA

·8 months ago

It was a really well executed day, the organising team worked seamlessly to make the runners feel comfortable. I really enjoyed it!
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Alex

·2 years ago

I enjoyed the event in general, especially the location.  The organization process was pretty decent. No delays, no misunderstandings, and a sufficient amount of staff and medics. There was a possibility of using the toilets and changing rooms of the arena. Water in plastic glasses and some snacks (sort of healthy cacao bar and several types of jellies) were located at the beginning and the end of the race, which was the same place. There were a lot of other non-competition runners in the park but you could avoid the collision due to the wide racing track.  The track itself is flat and pleasant to run to.  The results were available on the website almost instantly. 

Location

Battersea Park, 1, London, SW11 4, United Kingdom

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