Pollok Park 5k/10k

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  • Date Fri 14th August 2026
  • Time 19:00
  • Location Glasgow, Lanarkshire
  • Price £22.90 - £24.90
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km

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Event summary

Join us for an unforgettable day of running at the Pollok Park 5k/10k, hosted by Up and Running Events on Friday, August 14, 2026, in the picturesque surroundings of Glasgow's Pollok Country Park, Lanarkshire. This vibrant event offers both a flat and welcoming 5k route and a slightly longer 10k course, making it ideal for everyone from first-time racers to seasoned runners. Experience the stunning beauty of Glasgow’s largest park as you navigate through woodland paths, riversides, and expansive green spaces.

Whether you're walking, jogging, or racing with friends, you'll be embraced by a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Every finisher will receive a medal as a cherished memento of their achievement, and with a fully marked course and marshals on hand, you can focus on enjoying your run. Bring your friends and family along for a fantastic day outdoors, complete with parking, toilets, and refreshments available at the finish line. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with the community and celebrate the joy of running!

Pollok Park 5k/10k

Fri 14th August 2026

A group of runners, each wearing numbered bibs, begins a race by passing through a yellow inflatable "START" arch. The event takes place in a park with spectators watching. In the background, a banner reads "UP AND RUNNING EVENTS. A person in athletic gear is running in a park, giving a thumbs-up with both hands. Other people and a dog are seen in the background. There are signs indicating "TO THE START." The event logo "UP & RUNNING EVENTS" is visible at the bottom left corner. A group of runners participating in a race organized by "Up and Running Events." They are jogging along a path, some wearing bib numbers and hydration packs. Trees and grass are visible in the background, suggesting the race is taking place in a park. A man wearing a black shirt and shorts, with a yellow race bib numbered 132, is running on a park path during an event hosted by Up and Running Events. He is giving a thumbs-up with both hands and smiling. Trees and greenery are visible in the background. A runner wearing a black Under Armour tank top, black shorts, and bib number 244 raises both arms in celebration as she crosses the finish line of a race. There is a yellow inflatable arch and event signage behind her with trees and spectators in the background. Two runners, one in a red shirt numbered 252 and the other in a blue shirt numbered 253, race each other towards a yellow inflatable archway that reads "Up And Running Events." They are sprinting on a path surrounded by greenery, reaching the finish line.

Organiser's Description

Come and join us in Glasgow’s beautiful Pollok Country Park for a fun and friendly day of running!

With both a 5k and a 10k to choose from, this event is perfect whether you’re taking on your very first race, running with friends, or looking for a relaxed community event in stunning surroundings.

Why run with us?

Two distances – a flat and welcoming 5k, or a slightly longer 10k route through woodland paths.

Friendly atmosphere – no pressure, all paces welcome.

Medal for every finisher – a great memento of your day.

Marshalled and fully marked course – so you can just enjoy your run.

Beautiful setting – run through Glasgow’s largest park, with woodland, riverside and open green space.

Who’s it for?

Everyone! Whether you’re walking, jogging or running, you’ll be part of a supportive crowd where taking part is what counts. Bring along your friends and family for a great day outdoors.

On the day -

Parking in the park.

Toilets and a bag drop are available.

Refreshments at the finish line.

Chip timing for those who’d like an official result.

Races

  • 10k

    Fri 14th August 2026 (19:00)

    £24.90

    Booking for more than 1?
  • 5k

    Fri 14th August 2026 (19:00)

    £22.90

    Booking for more than 1?

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8 reviews

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Amy

·4 months ago

Good, friendly event, a welcome snack and water at the end and number collection was well organised as well as sufficient toilets. There could have been better information about parking (where to enter the park to be able to reach it) and signage for the event village from the parking. Very busy and muddy at the finish line, should have been a better area for spectators to stand. Overall a nice route and friendly vibe, will go again!
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Tracyann

·10 months ago

First 5k in years thoroughly enjoyed it. It was well organised albeit the course was narrow in places. Would definitely consider running this again. Now for the next event.
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Bobby

·a year ago

1st 10k
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Bobby

·a year ago

1st 10k race
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Amy

·a year ago

It was my first time participating in an event like this and the friendliness of the staff made my experience easy and stressless. The boy was a great help that was going around and directing everyone towards the registration desk. I overall had a great day, can’t wait for the next one
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Zahid

·a year ago

Race was fairly well organised, some parts of the route were extremely narrow though, so had to proceed with some caution because of that.
CJ
Carol

·a year ago

Well organised. Great atmosphere. Only suggestion is to have water station in the middle of the route and not towards the end.
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Alison

·a year ago

Very well organised. Maybe better signs to race start, took us a bit of time to find from station and met others not sure where start was.
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Haggswood Avenue, 122 Dumbreck Road, Glasgow, G41 4, United Kingdom

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