Chepstow Racecourse 5k, 10k & Half Marathon

Name: Chepstow Racecourse 5k, 10k & Half Marathon
Brand: RunThrough Events
Rating: 4.3076923076923075 (13 reviews)

4.3 · 13 reviews

From RunThrough Events

Date Sun 12th December 2021
Location Chepstow Racecourse, Monmouthshire
Price £20.00 - £26.00
Races 3 races
Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready to kickstart your festive season at the Chepstow Racecourse 5k, 10k & Half Marathon on Sunday, December 12, 2021! Organised by RunThrough Events, this exciting race promises a vibrant atmosphere at the historic Chepstow Racecourse in Monmouthshire, a venue that has been a staple of Welsh racing since the 1920s. Participants can choose from three thrilling distances: a 5k, a 10k, or a Half Marathon, making it a perfect event for runners of all levels looking to challenge themselves and enjoy a day of fitness and fun.

With each mile accurately marked and plenty of enthusiastic helpers along the route, you'll have all the support you need to cross that finish line. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to experience the beauty of Chepstow while joining fellow runners in a celebration of health and community. Sign up today and make this December one to remember!

Chepstow Racecourse 5k, 10k & Half Marathon

Sun 12th December 2021

A man wearing a bib numbered 523 energetically poses with his tongue out, arms wide, and hands spread, near the Chepstow Racecourse. Behind him, a woman with a bib numbered 410 smiles while running. The image promotes the Chepstow Racecourse 5k, 10k & Half Marathon by RunThrough.

Organiser's Description

JOIN US FOR THE CHEPSTOW RACECOURSE 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON

Sunday 12th December 2021

Kickstart the festive period and run at Chepstow Racecourse – our second ever event in Wales! Chepstow Racecourse opened its gates in the early 1920’s and has since blossomed into a bustling track that is home to the Welsh Grand National – the biggest race day in Wales!
Choose between a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon

Each Mile will be accurately marked out and we have plenty of helpers to keep you quite literally on track and encourage you on your way to that finish line. Come and join us for a unique race you will not forget!

Races

5 Km

£20.00

CLOSED
10 Km

£22.00

CLOSED
Half Marathon

£26.00

CLOSED

What's Included

Unique themed medal

Chip timed results

Free official event photographs

Water

Flapjack

Location

Chepstow Racecourse, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6BE

How To Get There

BY CAR

The racecourse is on the A466 Chepstow to Monmouth road, not far from the now toll-free Severn Bridge. From the M4 East (Junction 21) or M4 West (Junction 23), take the M48 and exit at Junction 2 (Chepstow). Then follow the brown racecourse signs.

BY TRAIN

Chepstow station is approximately 10 minutes walk from the town centre. There are direct trains to Chepstow from Birmingham, Cardiff, Cheltenham Spa, Derby, Gloucester, Newport and Nottingham. Connections are available at Newport for London (Paddington), Hereford, Shrewsbury, Crewe, Manchester,Swansea and all parts of Wales. Also, Bristol, Bath, Exeter, Salisbury, Portsmouth and all parts of South and West England.

Connections at Cheltenham Spa for Yorkshire, North East of England and Scotland. Connections to London airports at Heathrow, Gatwick and Stanstead. Other airports with good conections include Birmingham international, East Midlands, Exeter, Manchester, Bristol, Cardiff International and Southampton.

BY BUS

A shuttle bus service provided by Newport Transport operates from Chepstow Train Station to the Racecourse via the town's bus station. The service also operates from Newport Train Station direct to the Racecourse.

Other Information

START TIMES

9.30am – Half Marathon | 10.15am – 10k | 10.25am – 5k

The entire course is inside the racecourse on the roads/paths - not on grass.

Minimum Ages:
5k - 11yrs
10k - 15yrs
Half - 17yrs

Reviews

4.3

13 reviews

Mae Ya

·5 months ago

Loved the warm up at the start and the signs were super clear. There’s one hill and it’s super short so overall quite a flat course! Was my first 5k race and would recommend this to other beginners.

Stephen

·5 months ago

This is a well run race easy to find and park plenty of Marshall’s on the course the course is quite challenging in comparison to Cardiff Half and it is in winter be prepared but I really enjoyed it thanks to all involved

Paul

·5 months ago

WOW - So I gave up smoking in September 2024. I Joined a Parkrun and slowly got a little fitter. I had only completed 2 previous 10k runs on my own and this entry into the 10k Chepstow race was always going to be a challenge. I was in V50 category and what can I say. The event was extremely well organised. Ample parking sign posted very well. Venue was excellent. The course was challenging with up and down climbs and descents. I received my race pack in plenty of time with easy to read instructions. So race morning was very simple. Turn up and race. Start line was split into times so predicted finish times faster at the front. Then go go go the race was on. I broke my PB and that was enough. A time of 51 minutes in brutal weather conditions was a massive buzz. The food stands amazing. The coffee and tea etc stalls brilliant. Overall this event is brilliant for beginners and seasoned runners alike. Thank you. @sentryrider

Stephen

·5 months ago

Really fantastic parking availability, and well organised with all the volunteers helping out. I thought the move from warm up to start the race was a bit fast, and just not how I'm used to starting these things. Course itself was good fun in the rain, but I wouldn't necessarily say this is a track for a PB due to the hilly nature of the course. Will definitely run this again.

Pat

·5 months ago

Great race, well organised, but a bit expensive to enter!

Justin

·9 months ago

Staff were quick and very helpful. Easy parking and organised for the start. Course is marked well and easy going under foot. Top marks. All four of us running together were happy with our times for the half. Thank you.

Luke

·a year ago

Good course, a little uneven under foot in places with potholes and adverse camber. Final km with the u-turn is narrow and can get crowded Plenty of elevation changes with one steep hill between 3-4km. Managed a PB, so overall a good day out!

·2 years ago

I’ve done the 10k twice. The organisation is very good, warm up before start. Good commentary. It’s a 2 loop course for the 10k and I think it’s a challenging route. Mostly paved paths but changes of terrain to sand/gravel/matting. Quite hilly so I think it’s a tough run. Parking excellent. Toilets fine, water at halfway point and at end and a couple of ‘snacks’ at finish.

Heather

·2 years ago

There was a lovely friendly atmosphere which was a real positive. There could have been better signage and the toilet provision was woefully inadequate. The run itself was a straightforward route. It's hilly and challenging. Overall I enjoyed, as did my husband and son who ran the 5K. Would I do it again? Not sure due to the unexpected terrain and the toilet situation.

Shaun

·2 years ago

This was my first ever 5k race, the team were very friendly and helpful. The course itself was challenging and well laid out. Definitely will do it again.

Paul

·2 years ago

If the weather is hot (30C) like this summer then the organisers need to provide water stations from 2k onwards. And ideally water sprays should be set up too.

Del

·3 years ago

Completed the half marathon. Very well organized, the MC was very good through out the day, lovely medals and post run energy snacks. Route and distance markers well planned, everyone very friendly. Photographs very good and free to see (makes a change!). Great event on a very hot day.

Melanie

·3 years ago

This was my 1st ever 10km Race, and it was amazing. the event was very well run.

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