Grantchester Charity Runs sponsored by Bidwells
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5.0 ·
3 reviews
Sunday 24th September 2023
Past event
09:00
Cambridge, Grantchester
£6.08–£20.90 · 3 races
10km
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting Grantchester Charity Runs, sponsored by Bidwells, on Sunday, September 24th, 2023, in the picturesque village of Grantchester, just outside Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. This exciting event features two scenic race distances: a challenging 10k and a fun 3k, both set against the stunning backdrop of beautiful farmland. With no road crossings to navigate, participants can fully immerse themselves in the natural surroundings while enjoying a predominantly flat mixed terrain course, perfect for runners of all abilities.
Organized by the dedicated team at Grantchester Charity Runs, this event aims to support two worthy causes: Maggie’s Centre Cambridge, which provides vital emotional and practical support for those affected by cancer, and the Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT), which is raising funds to enhance surgical care. Runners will be rewarded with a commemorative medal upon completion, and trophies will be awarded to the top finishers in both races. A special family offer allows accompanied under-12s to register for the 3k at just £5.50. With on-site refreshments and plenty of parking options, including bike parking, the Grantchester Charity Runs promises a day of community spirit, camaraderie, and
Organized by the dedicated team at Grantchester Charity Runs, this event aims to support two worthy causes: Maggie’s Centre Cambridge, which provides vital emotional and practical support for those affected by cancer, and the Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT), which is raising funds to enhance surgical care. Runners will be rewarded with a commemorative medal upon completion, and trophies will be awarded to the top finishers in both races. A special family offer allows accompanied under-12s to register for the 3k at just £5.50. With on-site refreshments and plenty of parking options, including bike parking, the Grantchester Charity Runs promises a day of community spirit, camaraderie, and
Grantchester Charity Runs sponsored by Bidwells
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5.03 reviews
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Sean White
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
A lovely run, well organised and I’ll do it next year
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Lisa Coates
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
Beautiful place, easy well organised parking, seamless and simple registration, fantastic route on nice firm ground, well marked and well marshalled. Ended with a free medal, a sausage/bacon or veggie roll and bottle of water! Results posted in afternoon and a downloadable certificate. Fantastic 👍
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Sarah Craske
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
Lovely run, all off road. Good mix of terrain. Very friendly organisation.
Races
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2023 GCR 3k
Entries closed09:00
£14.01
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2023 GCR 3k accompanied under 12's
Entries closed09:00
£6.08
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2023 Grantchester Charity 10k
Entries closed09:00
£20.90
Event information
The 10k and 3k both run through attractive farmland adjacent to Grantchester, just outside Cambridge. Importantly, there are no awkward road crossings in fact there are no road crossings at all! The courses are mixed terrain and predominantly flat.
Medals for all finishers, post-run refreshments, fun family friendly atmosphere but with an exciting and challenging course.
Parking is available at the Grantchester Village Charity Car Park located just outside the village on the road to Trumpington.
The Car Park is a short walk from the Runs Start.
There is plenty of bike parking around the registration area.
The Car Park is a short walk from the Runs Start.
There is plenty of bike parking around the registration area.
Mill Way Grantchester, Cambridge, CB3 9NB
Look out for the flags at the entrance to the registration area
Look out for the flags at the entrance to the registration area
Organiser's description
The 2023 Grantchester Charity 10k & 3k sponsored by Bidwells
September 24th, 2023
The volunteer-run 2023 Grantchester Charity Runs will be supporting Maggie’s Centre Cambridge and ACT, the Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust and is delighted to welcome Bidwells as our Platinum Sponsor.
The 10k and 3k both run through attractive farmland adjacent to Grantchester, just outside Cambridge. Importantly, there are no awkward road crossings in fact there are no road crossings at all! The courses are mixed terrain and predominantly flat.
Chip Timing for all 10k participants.
Parking – Available at the Grantchester Village Charity Car Park located just outside the village on the road to Trumpington. The Car Park is a short walk from the Runs Start. There is plenty of bike parking around the registration area.
T-Shirts, with proceeds going to Maggie’s and ACT, may be purchased for £9 + fee through the registration process.
Every runner who completes the course will receive a commemorative medal and there will be trophies for the winners of both runs. The 10k Team competition will return.
Coach House Health Care, a local Trumpington clinic will be offering post run treatments in Sports Massage, Physiotherapy and Osteopathy as well as advice, both for these therapies and also for running related Podiatry issues.
Special family offer: Registration for the 3k for an accompanied under 12 is only £5.50 plus fee (Adult must register separately) We are now on Twitter: @GCRuns and a nascent presence on Facebook. Please check these out and like, retweet, etc!!
‘On the Day’ Schedule, Sunday, September 24th (tbc)
The Runs and Parking are located on the Trumpington side of Grantchester (see map below). After you pass the Orchard Tea Garden, watch out for the flags and signs on your right when heading from Grantchester to Trumpington
- On-Site Registration: 9:00am Note Registration is organised by Last name, First name
- Bag Drop available next to Registration
- Warm-up: 10:15am
- 10k Start: 10:30am
- 3k Start: 10:35am
- post Race: Refreshments, thanks to the Lunchtime Company and Grantchester's Orchard Tea Garden
- Ice Cream Van
- Medals for all 10k & 3k finishers
- Trophy Presentation (3k, 10k (Women’s and Men’s) and Team): 11:45am
- Chip timing results (10k) will be available soon after the race
- 3k results, photos and videos during the week following
Maggie's is a charity that provides free practical, emotional and social support to people affected by cancer. is a place where individuals, families and friends come to find relief and support from professionally trained staff in unique tranquil environment which is proven to enhance well-being. Maggie’s Centre Cambridge is based at the Addenbrooke’s Hospital site and helps people to achieve the best possible state of psychological and physical health during diagnosis, treatment and throughout their cancer journey. Find out more at www.maggiescentres.org
At Addenbrooke’s Hospital there are have some of the best surgeons in the world. But with traditional surgical techniques it can take weeks for patients to recover. With robot assisted surgery, patients can be out of hospital within days, feeling hardly any pain or discomfort and able to get on with their lives once again. This year's fundraising for Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT) will help buy Addenbrooke’s a robot and make surgery even better. For more information visit helpyourhospital.co.uk/robot
Please consider donating to our designated charities when registering. Thank you!
September 24th, 2023
The volunteer-run 2023 Grantchester Charity Runs will be supporting Maggie’s Centre Cambridge and ACT, the Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust and is delighted to welcome Bidwells as our Platinum Sponsor.
The 10k and 3k both run through attractive farmland adjacent to Grantchester, just outside Cambridge. Importantly, there are no awkward road crossings in fact there are no road crossings at all! The courses are mixed terrain and predominantly flat.
Chip Timing for all 10k participants.
Parking – Available at the Grantchester Village Charity Car Park located just outside the village on the road to Trumpington. The Car Park is a short walk from the Runs Start. There is plenty of bike parking around the registration area.
T-Shirts, with proceeds going to Maggie’s and ACT, may be purchased for £9 + fee through the registration process.
Every runner who completes the course will receive a commemorative medal and there will be trophies for the winners of both runs. The 10k Team competition will return.
Coach House Health Care, a local Trumpington clinic will be offering post run treatments in Sports Massage, Physiotherapy and Osteopathy as well as advice, both for these therapies and also for running related Podiatry issues.
Special family offer: Registration for the 3k for an accompanied under 12 is only £5.50 plus fee (Adult must register separately) We are now on Twitter: @GCRuns and a nascent presence on Facebook. Please check these out and like, retweet, etc!!
‘On the Day’ Schedule, Sunday, September 24th (tbc)
The Runs and Parking are located on the Trumpington side of Grantchester (see map below). After you pass the Orchard Tea Garden, watch out for the flags and signs on your right when heading from Grantchester to Trumpington
- On-Site Registration: 9:00am Note Registration is organised by Last name, First name
- Bag Drop available next to Registration
- Warm-up: 10:15am
- 10k Start: 10:30am
- 3k Start: 10:35am
- post Race: Refreshments, thanks to the Lunchtime Company and Grantchester's Orchard Tea Garden
- Ice Cream Van
- Medals for all 10k & 3k finishers
- Trophy Presentation (3k, 10k (Women’s and Men’s) and Team): 11:45am
- Chip timing results (10k) will be available soon after the race
- 3k results, photos and videos during the week following
Maggie's is a charity that provides free practical, emotional and social support to people affected by cancer. is a place where individuals, families and friends come to find relief and support from professionally trained staff in unique tranquil environment which is proven to enhance well-being. Maggie’s Centre Cambridge is based at the Addenbrooke’s Hospital site and helps people to achieve the best possible state of psychological and physical health during diagnosis, treatment and throughout their cancer journey. Find out more at www.maggiescentres.org
At Addenbrooke’s Hospital there are have some of the best surgeons in the world. But with traditional surgical techniques it can take weeks for patients to recover. With robot assisted surgery, patients can be out of hospital within days, feeling hardly any pain or discomfort and able to get on with their lives once again. This year's fundraising for Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT) will help buy Addenbrooke’s a robot and make surgery even better. For more information visit helpyourhospital.co.uk/robot
Please consider donating to our designated charities when registering. Thank you!
Location
Cambridge, Grantchester, Cambridgeshire
68 Mill Way, Grantchester, Cambridge CB3 9NB, UK
Grantchester Charity Runs sponsored by Bidwells
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Grantchester Charity Runs
The 10k & 3k courses are multi terrain, predominantly flat on a combination of bridleways and farm roads, including a particularly attractive stretch adjacent to Bourn Brook. No public roads are involved (or closed) and there is plenty of nearby parking for everyone.
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