Chase the Moon Battersea Park 5k & 10k

4.8 · 4 reviews
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  • Date Wed 21st January 2026
  • Time 19:00
  • Location London
  • Price £32.00 - £132.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km

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Chase the Moon Battersea Park 5k & 10k

Wed 21st January 2026

4.8 · 4 reviews
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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating evening of running at the Chase the Moon Battersea Park 5k & 10k, organized by RunThrough Events! On Wednesday, January 21st, 2026, join fellow running enthusiasts in one of London's most picturesque parks for a midweek motivator that promises both fun and fitness. The event kicks off at the iconic Battersea Park Bandstand, where participants can choose between a speedy 5k or a challenging 10k route.

The 5k race starts at 7:00 PM, featuring a flat, tarmac course made up of two laps, while the 10k follows shortly after at 7:04 PM, covering four laps of the same scenic terrain. Whether you're aiming to set a personal best or simply enjoy an atmospheric evening run beneath the stars, Chase the Moon is the perfect opportunity to elevate your winter training. Don’t miss out on this unique experience to light up your January in Battersea Park!

Chase the Moon Battersea Park 5k & 10k

Wed 21st January 2026

A group of runners participate in a night race. Two women in front, both smiling, wear bright athletic clothing and race bibs. Streetlights illuminate the background as other runners follow behind. A smiling woman in black running clothes raises her hands while running a nighttime race with other runners on a well-lit street. She wears a race bib number 4119. A group of people run at night on a lit path. A man in front, wearing a cap backward and gray sweatshirt, makes a playful gesture and smiles, while a woman beside him jogs, focused and smiling. Other runners follow behind.

Organiser's Description

Join us for the Chase The Moon Battersea Park 5k & 10k on Wednesday 21st January 2026

Join us for the Battersea Park Chase the Moon 5K & 10K on Wednesday 21st January 2026, the perfect midweek motivator in one of London’s most scenic parks.

This flat, lapped course is made for speed, with a route starting and finishing at the iconic Battersea Park Bandstand. Whether you're chasing a personal best or enjoying an atmospheric evening run under the night sky, this is a perfect way to light up your winter training.

Race Distance & Start Times

07:00 pm - 5k
Terrain - Tarmac | Laps - 2

07:04 pm - 10k
Terrain - Tarmac | Laps - 4

Races

  • 5k

    Wed 21st January 2026 (19:00)

    £32.00

    CLOSED

  • 10k

    Wed 21st January 2026 (19:04)

    £32.00

    CLOSED

  • Group Booking (6 Places)

    £132.00 per

    CLOSED
    Team 6

Book

  • 5k

    Wed 21st January 2026 (19:00)

    £32.00

    CLOSED

  • 10k

    Wed 21st January 2026 (19:04)

    £32.00

    CLOSED

  • Group Booking (6 Places)

    £132.00 per

    CLOSED
    Team 6

Route and elevation

Battersea Park is one of London’s most picturesque parks and has been a favourite course for those wanting to run a PB! The course is totally flat, offering the perfect opportunity to push yourself to a personal best. Starting and finishing at the Parks Bandstand this course laps the park making it easy to follow and great for any spectators to catch you flying around the course.

What's Included

Unique Themed Medal

Free Race Photos

Chip-timed results

Post Race Goodies

How to Get There

The event village is located next to the Bandstand.

There is a paid car park open to the public.

For details on how to get to the park from nearby public transport visit tfl.com.

The park is easily accessible by both foot and cycle. Cycle parking is available in the park.

Parking

There will be paid parking available at Battersea Park as well as the surrounding area.

Location

Battersea Park London SW11 4NJ

on the day

Baggage
We will have a secure area where you can leave your baggage. We recommend you bring as little baggage as possible. Your baggage tag is attached to your race number, you simply tear it off and attach to your bag. To collect, show your number to the baggage tent staff and they will help you find your baggage.

Toilets
Battersea Park itself has two sets of toilets, they are a little walk from the Start/Finish so ensure you take this into account. If you see a toilet on the way walking in, we recommend you use that.

Refreshments
There will be water provided at the 5k point of the race, and there will also be water available at the finish. We have also ordered some flapjacks and bananas for when you finish 🙂

During the race
There will be marshals all around the course as well as km signs and arrows. The course is two laps for the 5k and 4 laps for the 10k on the roads/paths in the park. Please be aware that there will be spectators and members of the public using the park.

Spectators
You are free to wander around the park so you can see where the competitors will be running. It is lapped so you will see them on numerous occasions.

Results
Results will be available on www.runthrough.co.uk after the race.

Pictures
We will have a photographer taking a few snaps of the race and they will be on our Facebook page after the race so be sure to check it out and see if you can spot yourself.

  • There WILL be pedestrians on the paths. We recommend you do not use earphones and you need to pay close attention to everything around you. Please be aware of people, cyclists and dogs.

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4 reviews

claudio0706 avatar
claudio0706

·a year ago

Nice and easy flat route. Well organised.
Marc avatar
Marc

·2 years ago

Very well organized and attended. My first time running and will certainly be back for more. Great flat route and appreciated the mince pie at the finish
MP
MARIA

·2 years ago

All was perfect !! I live in another country, I arrived to London and I received all the information by information by email. Amazing 🤩 Thanks You!!
SJ
Shaun

·2 years ago

Nice easy flat course

Location

Bandstand, Battersea Park, London, SW11 4NJ

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