Quendon and Rickling RunFest - 1k, 5k & 10k
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From Q&R RunFest
4.6 ·
23 reviews
Saturday 14th June 2025
Past event
09:30
Saffron Walden
£2.77–£16.12 · 4 races
5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the Quendon and Rickling RunFest, taking place on Saturday, June 14th, 2025, in the scenic town of Saffron Walden, Essex! Organised by Q&R RunFest, this exciting event invites runners of all ages and abilities to participate in a variety of race distances. Choose from a thrilling 10k or 5k mixed terrain trail run that takes you through beautiful woodland paths, local footpaths, and bridleways, or let your little ones join in the fun with a 1k fun run designed especially for primary school-aged children.
With the race starting and finishing within the welcoming grounds of Rickling Primary School, this event not only promotes health and fitness but also supports the local community, as 100% of proceeds go towards new IT equipment and facilities for the school. Following the sell-out success of 2024, the Quendon and Rickling RunFest promises to be an engaging and uplifting experience that you won't want to miss! Join us for a day of running, community spirit, and making a positive impact!
With the race starting and finishing within the welcoming grounds of Rickling Primary School, this event not only promotes health and fitness but also supports the local community, as 100% of proceeds go towards new IT equipment and facilities for the school. Following the sell-out success of 2024, the Quendon and Rickling RunFest promises to be an engaging and uplifting experience that you won't want to miss! Join us for a day of running, community spirit, and making a positive impact!
Quendon and Rickling RunFest - 1k, 5k & 10k
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Bob Deacon
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Took part in the 2026 edition · 4 months ago
Well organised as ever, hilly and tough enough to make you sweat, very satisfying to get to the finish line. Definitely planning to be back again next year.
LM
Lorna Maydwell
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Took part in the 2026 edition · 4 months ago
A really lively atmosphere and a great little family outing. The race was organised well, although I found the parking hard to find.
The route was beautiful but a lot hillier than I was prepared for 🤣 but I still had a blast!
The route maps on the website could do with being a bit more detailed, although the Marshalls were fabulous!
Would definitely recommend.
The route was beautiful but a lot hillier than I was prepared for 🤣 but I still had a blast!
The route maps on the website could do with being a bit more detailed, although the Marshalls were fabulous!
Would definitely recommend.
AJ
Alexa Jones
Reviewing the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Well organised, smooth process to get bib numbers. Marshalls at certain points. Water stations much needed as hot day so that was great to see.
Definitely do this Runfest again
Definitely do this Runfest again
VS
Vicky Steadman
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Took part in the 2024 edition · 2 years ago
Despite the race information saying the 10K would start before the 5K, which is normal race convention, the 5K was set off first. This led to the 10K runners getting blocked by people walking up the steep hill, kids stopping abruptly etc etc - it was really quite hazardous both for the 5K and the 10K participants. At one point the 10K runners had to deal with the faster 5K runners coming headlong at them on the wrong side of the path and also the slower 5K runners blocking the path as well. Please don’t let the 5K off first again!
I much preferred the 2022 course, that rocky uneven path was not pleasant.
Medals were fantastic, designed by the children.
I much preferred the 2022 course, that rocky uneven path was not pleasant.
Medals were fantastic, designed by the children.
HR
Hannah Rees
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
What a day amazing loved it
JH
Jason Hitz
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
It was a hot one
HR
Hannah Rees
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
It was amazing but I haven’t had my time come back yet
DH
Dirk Heinemann
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
Lovely run festival in a lovely village. Great day for a family with some nice attractions for children (and adults).
It was a really hot morning, but fortunately, two water feed stations on the track.
Unfortunately, the 5k route wasn't as good prepared as the 10k route, thus my daughter run a 10k instead of a 5k.
But generally it was a great day out with the family.
It was a really hot morning, but fortunately, two water feed stations on the track.
Unfortunately, the 5k route wasn't as good prepared as the 10k route, thus my daughter run a 10k instead of a 5k.
But generally it was a great day out with the family.
DS
Darren Stratton
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
Love this event, which is based in a lovely village and has a great community feel about it.
However, the new 10K route is not good, with one path which has almost impassable at anything over walking pace due to being very stony / rocky and heavily rutted. Please go back to the old route!
However, the new 10K route is not good, with one path which has almost impassable at anything over walking pace due to being very stony / rocky and heavily rutted. Please go back to the old route!
AW
Anthony White
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
Very well organised event. Local community comes together to make it happen from farmers to the village school to all the volunteers. Good atmosphere. Course is very scenic with Small but punishing rolling hills. Only reason not a 5 is because the route is largely out and back rather than a circuit which I’d prefer. Definitely worth supporting though.
KO
Kully O’Keeffe
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Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
A fun day. I really enjoyed the 1k run and I am now going to run 5k with my mum next year! Thank you for organising the event.
NS
nick spratt
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Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Great Fun Organised Event. Really enjoyed the out & back this past Sunday. Great course, very well organised!
MB
marion breeze
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Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
A Lovely Community Event. A very well organised, community event. It was fun and family friendly, especially with the 1k fun run being held before the longer runs, so everyone one could watch the little ones as they raced round the village green. The route of the 10k was scenic and the marshals were super enthusiastic. Add in plenty of parking and fabulous weather and you have a pretty perfect event.
LA
Linda Arnold
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Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Lovely country run. Despite heat and humidity from parking, collecting number, Marshall’s and commentators encouragement, it was a well organised and friendly run.
FC
Felix Curbbun
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Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Great 10k run. Prerace- collected my race number when I arrived there which was quick and easy. The race took longer than I thought to get started as there was a 1k fun run before the main 5/10k runs
start of the run- Seemed a little confusing at the beginning as 10k runners were supposed to be at the front of the start line and 5ks following but it seemed not many people understood this
but once it got started it went well and the marshals were very helpful and supportive.
The track was a little tricky as a lot of it was on loose stone paths but was good for a challenge
At the end, you could print out your race time and position which was very helpful
start of the run- Seemed a little confusing at the beginning as 10k runners were supposed to be at the front of the start line and 5ks following but it seemed not many people understood this
but once it got started it went well and the marshals were very helpful and supportive.
The track was a little tricky as a lot of it was on loose stone paths but was good for a challenge
At the end, you could print out your race time and position which was very helpful
JJ
Jessica Johnson
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Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Very friendly & well organised event. Lovely route, fab medals & free water bottles. My 3 teenage girls & I really enjoyed it. Great location.
HM
Harry Martin
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Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Well organised, challenging course. The race was well organised and flowed smoothly. It was a challenging course due to the undulating route (added to that it was also a hot day). I will be back next year!
LG
Louise Garrett
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Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Nice day out. I was made aware of this event by my sons school so thought I’d give it a go. Bit of a queue to get in to the car park but that was to be expected. Once in the lady at the entrance was very friendly and they seemed quite organised. I just followed the crowd to the school as didn’t really know where I was going and had to ask someone where I collected my race number from which I collected easily enough. I took myself over to the start and waited til we were instructed to go! It was suppose to be 10k first then 5k but everyone seemed to go at the same time! The course is very pleasant with a couple of hills but they could have done with a few more marshals as several people went the wrong way! I enjoyed it but was a bit miffed with the ‘medal’ as not sure you could actually call it that! Overall it’s a lovely event and I suspect I will take part again especially now I know what is what 😁
ME
Michael Enwright
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Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Very enjoyable. This event was well organised , marshals were great and everyone involved made this a pleasant experience. Will run this again next year
CN
Claire Neal
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Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Well organised, friendly event. First time running this on Sunday. Very good organisation both beforehand and on the day. Lots of helpers around for parking and marshalling. Very hilly course so be warned! It is mainly in countryside so stunning views.
Races
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1k Fun Run
Entries closed£2.77
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5k
Entries closed£16.12
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5k - Student
Entries closed£14.14
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10k
Entries closed£16.12
Event information
Kids 1km Fun Run
Starting in the school grounds, 2 laps around the green, providing an ideal opportunity for parents to cheer on their children! Safe and fun for everyone to get involved.
5k / 10k trail run
Starting in the school grounds, the run is undulating, and largely off road making use of woodland paths, local footpaths and bridleways.
Starting in the school grounds, 2 laps around the green, providing an ideal opportunity for parents to cheer on their children! Safe and fun for everyone to get involved.
5k / 10k trail run
Starting in the school grounds, the run is undulating, and largely off road making use of woodland paths, local footpaths and bridleways.
Medal
Chip Timed
Chip Timed
There is parking available across the village green in the farm yard, and at Terrace & Garden next to the cricket pavillion.
We will send out details of the parking options in the week before the race.
Please try and car share, bike, scoot or arrive on foot where possible, to save the planet and to reduce the congestion on the roads into the village!
We will send out details of the parking options in the week before the race.
Please try and car share, bike, scoot or arrive on foot where possible, to save the planet and to reduce the congestion on the roads into the village!
Rickling Green, CB11 3YG
Half way between Bishops Stortford and Saffron Walden.
Half way between Bishops Stortford and Saffron Walden.
BBQ
Ice Cream
Bouncy Castle
Drinks & Refreshments
Ice Cream
Bouncy Castle
Drinks & Refreshments
1k fun run - Open to primary school age children (parents can accompany their child but will not receive a medal - please stay to the side where possible)
5k - 11yrs old or over on race day (if running unaccompanied)
10k - 15 yrs or over on race day (if running unaccompanied)
No age limit for children wishing to run the 5k event if they are accompanied by a running / paying adult.
Children under the age of 11 wishing to run the 5k event unaccompanied may do so but will need to have a guardians approval disclaimer signed at registration - please get in touch with us before hand.
5k - 11yrs old or over on race day (if running unaccompanied)
10k - 15 yrs or over on race day (if running unaccompanied)
No age limit for children wishing to run the 5k event if they are accompanied by a running / paying adult.
Children under the age of 11 wishing to run the 5k event unaccompanied may do so but will need to have a guardians approval disclaimer signed at registration - please get in touch with us before hand.
We rely on volunteers to make this event possible, so if you would like to help out in any way then please email [email protected]
REFUNDS
If you are unable to compete you may be able to receive a 50% refund up to 4 weeks before race day however please consider gifting your entry cost to the school; this is a fundraising event, and costs have already been incurred.
Within 4 weeks we will not be able to offer a refund, however you may transfer your entry to someone else up to 7 days before the event.
TRANSFERS
You can transfer your entry to someone else up to 7 days before the event. You may also transfer your entry between the 10k and 5k subject to availability
DOGS
Running with dogs is not permitted. Well behaved dogs must be kept on leads and are allowed on school grounds - please remove mess immediately
RUNNING WITH BUGGIES
You are welcome to run with a suitable running buggy, however please be aware that this is a trail run and certain parts of the course will be (very) bumpy. If you choose to run with a buggy then you will need to give priority to runners, and you will need to start the race at the back of the field as the early part of the course is quite narrow as it goes into the woods.
TOILETS
There will be facilities available at the school and at the pub.
MARSHALLS
The course will be well marshalled. We rely on volunteers to make this event possible, so if you would like to help out in any way then please email [email protected].
Any inappropriate or aggressive behaviour towards the event staff or event marshals will not be tolerated and will be strictly dealt with.
THE ROUTE
The course will be fully marked with km markers, and will be marshalled, however it is your responsibility to know the route. The event organisers will not accept responsibility for anyone failing to follow the correct route for whatever reason.
The course is accurately measured and marked out however due to discrepancies in GPS devices the organisers can not be held responsible for any small variances in the event distance. This is a fun run - you are not Kenenisa Bekele.
BAG DROP
We will be operating a secure bag drop facility on the race day. The organisers accept no responsibility for loss or damage to any property.
WATER STATIONS
We will have water stations on the course and at the finish, however it is advisable to bring your own water for the start and finish as on hot days we may have to limit the amount we are able to give away.
FIRST AID
We will have a designated medical assistance in the event area. If you require any medical assistance please see a marshal or a member of the race team.
FITNESS
It is your responsibility to determine if you are physically able to compete in the event.
EVENT POSTPONEMENT
In the unlikely event that the event can not go ahead on the date as planned due to reasons out of our control then the event will be re-scheduled and your entry will be transferred to that event. The event is a charity fundraising event for the school, and costs have already been incurred.
If you are unable to compete you may be able to receive a 50% refund up to 4 weeks before race day however please consider gifting your entry cost to the school; this is a fundraising event, and costs have already been incurred.
Within 4 weeks we will not be able to offer a refund, however you may transfer your entry to someone else up to 7 days before the event.
TRANSFERS
You can transfer your entry to someone else up to 7 days before the event. You may also transfer your entry between the 10k and 5k subject to availability
DOGS
Running with dogs is not permitted. Well behaved dogs must be kept on leads and are allowed on school grounds - please remove mess immediately
RUNNING WITH BUGGIES
You are welcome to run with a suitable running buggy, however please be aware that this is a trail run and certain parts of the course will be (very) bumpy. If you choose to run with a buggy then you will need to give priority to runners, and you will need to start the race at the back of the field as the early part of the course is quite narrow as it goes into the woods.
TOILETS
There will be facilities available at the school and at the pub.
MARSHALLS
The course will be well marshalled. We rely on volunteers to make this event possible, so if you would like to help out in any way then please email [email protected].
Any inappropriate or aggressive behaviour towards the event staff or event marshals will not be tolerated and will be strictly dealt with.
THE ROUTE
The course will be fully marked with km markers, and will be marshalled, however it is your responsibility to know the route. The event organisers will not accept responsibility for anyone failing to follow the correct route for whatever reason.
The course is accurately measured and marked out however due to discrepancies in GPS devices the organisers can not be held responsible for any small variances in the event distance. This is a fun run - you are not Kenenisa Bekele.
BAG DROP
We will be operating a secure bag drop facility on the race day. The organisers accept no responsibility for loss or damage to any property.
WATER STATIONS
We will have water stations on the course and at the finish, however it is advisable to bring your own water for the start and finish as on hot days we may have to limit the amount we are able to give away.
FIRST AID
We will have a designated medical assistance in the event area. If you require any medical assistance please see a marshal or a member of the race team.
FITNESS
It is your responsibility to determine if you are physically able to compete in the event.
EVENT POSTPONEMENT
In the unlikely event that the event can not go ahead on the date as planned due to reasons out of our control then the event will be re-scheduled and your entry will be transferred to that event. The event is a charity fundraising event for the school, and costs have already been incurred.
Race packs are collected on the day
There are mass starts, the children's 1k is split in two to give the smaller runners more of a chance!
All timings will be confirmed closer to the event
There are mass starts, the children's 1k is split in two to give the smaller runners more of a chance!
All timings will be confirmed closer to the event
Organiser's description
The Quendon & Rickling RunFest is back again for 2025 after the sell-out success of 2024. There will be the same option to do either the 10k or 5k mixed terrain trail fun run, or for the younger participants there is the 1k fun run around the green .
Starting within the school grounds, the trail runs are largely off road and multi terrain making use of woodland paths, local footpaths and bridleways. The event will appeal to runners of all levels of fitness as well as the more experienced.
Primary school age children may enter the 1k, which starts and finishes in the school and is 2 large laps of the village green.
A great community event with 100% of the proceeds going towards Rickling Primary School for new IT equipment and facilities
Starting within the school grounds, the trail runs are largely off road and multi terrain making use of woodland paths, local footpaths and bridleways. The event will appeal to runners of all levels of fitness as well as the more experienced.
Primary school age children may enter the 1k, which starts and finishes in the school and is 2 large laps of the village green.
A great community event with 100% of the proceeds going towards Rickling Primary School for new IT equipment and facilities
Location
Rickling Green Rd, Saffron Walden CB11, UK
Quendon and Rickling RunFest - 1k, 5k & 10k
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