Run Alton Towers 5k & Half Marathon
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From RunThrough Events
3.8 ·
3 reviews
Sunday 13th November 2022
Past event
09:00
Stoke-on-Trent
£18.00–£180.00 · 5 races
10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the Run Alton Towers 5k & Half Marathon, taking place on Sunday, 13th November 2022, in the heart of Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire! Organised by RunThrough Events, this exciting new event invites runners of all levels to enjoy the thrill of racing through the UK's largest theme park. Participants will have the unique opportunity to combine their love for running with a day of fun, as entry includes access to all the exhilarating rides at Alton Towers!
Whether you choose to challenge yourself with the Half Marathon or take on the 5k, you'll find the course clearly marked with KM flags and mile markers, along with plenty of enthusiastic helpers cheering you on. Just remember, there’s a strict 3-hour cut-off for the Half Marathon, so pace yourself and enjoy the journey! Don’t miss out on this fantastic day filled with running, laughter, and adventure!
Whether you choose to challenge yourself with the Half Marathon or take on the 5k, you'll find the course clearly marked with KM flags and mile markers, along with plenty of enthusiastic helpers cheering you on. Just remember, there’s a strict 3-hour cut-off for the Half Marathon, so pace yourself and enjoy the journey! Don’t miss out on this fantastic day filled with running, laughter, and adventure!
Run Alton Towers 5k & Half Marathon
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EMMA WALKER
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Took part in the 2021 edition · 4 years ago
Bit of a shaky start with poor organisation and lack of assistance with how to get to the start line. However, after the race had started it was very smooth and a fun and enjoyable day out for all the family. Good facilities throughout the park on the day with plenty of clean loos.
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Ivan Mostyn-Scott
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Took part in the 2021 edition · 4 years ago
An enjoyable and well organised event. The marshals were friendly, helpful and supportive.
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Steph Toulson
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Took part in the 2021 edition · 4 years ago
What an event. Such a fun day, entry to theme park with no queue for rides was a good incentive to get around!! The course itself was a bit mundane with the car park laps, and the signs for mileage were absent at times or seemed inaccurate. Pacers would have been useful to follow to keep time. Water stations could have had some sort of energy boost with water - Shrewsbury half provided glucose supplement by a sponsor.
Races
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Spectator - Adult (12yrs+)
Sunday
Entries closed£22.00
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Spectator - Child (3-11yrs)
Sunday
Entries closed£18.00
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5k
EARLY BIRD PRICE
Entries closed£36.00
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Half Marathon
EARLY BIRD PRICE
Entries closed£40.00
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Group Entry - 6 People
Team of 6EARLY BIRD PRICE
Entries closed£180.00 per team
Event information
FREE Alton Towers Theme Park Access (RRP. £34 – see image below) * Can only be used on race day*
Unique themed medal (To be revealed)
Free official race photos
Chip timed results
Post race water and goodies
Free Parking
Unique themed medal (To be revealed)
Free official race photos
Chip timed results
Post race water and goodies
Free Parking
By Car
You can find Alton Towers Resort at the following address:
Alton Towers Resort
Alton, Staffordshire, ST10 4DB
Alton Towers Resort is located between the M1 and the M6 and is well signposted from both motorways. Depending on your direction, the nearest motorway exits are:
M1 Northbound – Junction 23a
M1 Southbound – Junction 28
M6 Northbound – Junction 15
M6 Southbound – Junction 16
Please drive with care when you’re in the area, as there are many walkers, cyclists and horse riders, and the roads can be very thin in places.
Some Sat Nav systems may take you down a local farm track (especially if you’re coming from the B5417). Please follow the road signs for the last few miles.
Please be aware that the B5417 is closed until 8th May, guests arriving to the Resort from the Ashbourne direction should follow diversion signs.
By Train
Visitors can travel to Alton Towers Resort by train, via several popular destinations. Visit thetrainline.com to search for train times and prices.
Uttoxeter Train Station:
Uttoxeter station is the nearest train station to Alton Towers, just 10 miles from the resort. Uttoxeter station is just a 20 minute drive away from the resort or 30 minutes by bus.
Stoke on Trent Station:
Stoke on Trent rail station is 15 miles from Alton Towers Resort. A local taxi would take around 25 minutes to the resort.
Derby Train Station:
Derby train station is around 25 miles from Alton Towers. From there you will need to order a taxi or a car service to arrive at the resort in around 50 minutes to one hour.
By Bus
D&G Bus are operating two services to Alton Towers Resort.
The X41 is a daily bus service from Stafford & Uttoxeter to Alton Towers Resort.
Departing Stafford railway station at 9.30am each day, the bus route includes Weston and Uttoxeter on the way to Alton Towers Resort. The X41 departs Alton Towers at 17.30.
The 32X is a Monday - Saturday bus service from Stoke Railway Station to Alton Towers Resort.
Departing Stoke railway station at 8.55am each day, the bus route includes Hanley, Werrington & Cheadle on the way to Alton Towers Resort. The 32X departs Alton Towers at 17.30.
We also offer free coach parking for private parties and school trips travelling on a private hire bus.
Bus times are estimates and may vary throughout the year. Please check prior to travelling.
Without A Car
You don’t need a car to join in the fun at Alton Towers theme park and resort. The resort has excellent public transport links. Young visitors, large groups and environmentally conscious visitors travelling to the resort can do so by train.
There are three train stations near Alton Towers: Stoke-on-Trent, Uttoxeter and Derby. Guests arriving at Stafford or Uttoxeter railway station can use the daily bus service direct to the resort. Other visitors will need to contact a local taxi service for the rest of the journey to the resort.
We also have bicycle racks close to the theme park entrance, for local visitors and keen cyclists to utilise free of charge.
You can find Alton Towers Resort at the following address:
Alton Towers Resort
Alton, Staffordshire, ST10 4DB
Alton Towers Resort is located between the M1 and the M6 and is well signposted from both motorways. Depending on your direction, the nearest motorway exits are:
M1 Northbound – Junction 23a
M1 Southbound – Junction 28
M6 Northbound – Junction 15
M6 Southbound – Junction 16
Please drive with care when you’re in the area, as there are many walkers, cyclists and horse riders, and the roads can be very thin in places.
Some Sat Nav systems may take you down a local farm track (especially if you’re coming from the B5417). Please follow the road signs for the last few miles.
Please be aware that the B5417 is closed until 8th May, guests arriving to the Resort from the Ashbourne direction should follow diversion signs.
By Train
Visitors can travel to Alton Towers Resort by train, via several popular destinations. Visit thetrainline.com to search for train times and prices.
Uttoxeter Train Station:
Uttoxeter station is the nearest train station to Alton Towers, just 10 miles from the resort. Uttoxeter station is just a 20 minute drive away from the resort or 30 minutes by bus.
Stoke on Trent Station:
Stoke on Trent rail station is 15 miles from Alton Towers Resort. A local taxi would take around 25 minutes to the resort.
Derby Train Station:
Derby train station is around 25 miles from Alton Towers. From there you will need to order a taxi or a car service to arrive at the resort in around 50 minutes to one hour.
By Bus
D&G Bus are operating two services to Alton Towers Resort.
The X41 is a daily bus service from Stafford & Uttoxeter to Alton Towers Resort.
Departing Stafford railway station at 9.30am each day, the bus route includes Weston and Uttoxeter on the way to Alton Towers Resort. The X41 departs Alton Towers at 17.30.
The 32X is a Monday - Saturday bus service from Stoke Railway Station to Alton Towers Resort.
Departing Stoke railway station at 8.55am each day, the bus route includes Hanley, Werrington & Cheadle on the way to Alton Towers Resort. The 32X departs Alton Towers at 17.30.
We also offer free coach parking for private parties and school trips travelling on a private hire bus.
Bus times are estimates and may vary throughout the year. Please check prior to travelling.
Without A Car
You don’t need a car to join in the fun at Alton Towers theme park and resort. The resort has excellent public transport links. Young visitors, large groups and environmentally conscious visitors travelling to the resort can do so by train.
There are three train stations near Alton Towers: Stoke-on-Trent, Uttoxeter and Derby. Guests arriving at Stafford or Uttoxeter railway station can use the daily bus service direct to the resort. Other visitors will need to contact a local taxi service for the rest of the journey to the resort.
We also have bicycle racks close to the theme park entrance, for local visitors and keen cyclists to utilise free of charge.
To join your runners at Alton Towers Resort and cheer them on during the 10k and children's race on Saturday 12th November or the 5k & half marathon race on Sunday 13th November you will need to purchase a spectator ticket here.
Spectator tickets will give you access to Alton Towers Resort from 7am- 7.30pm and access to all theme park rides between 11.30am-6.30pm.
Spectator tickets will give you access to Alton Towers Resort from 7am- 7.30pm and access to all theme park rides between 11.30am-6.30pm.
Organiser's description
Come and join us for the BRAND NEW Run Alton Towers Half Marathon and 5k at the UK’s largest theme park on Sunday 13th November 2022. You are guaranteed a great day out with theme park entry and access to all the rides included in your entry!!
Each distance will be accurately marked out with KM flags and mile markers and there will be plenty of helpers along the course to keep you on track and encourage you all the way to the finish line.
**Please note there is a strict 3 hour cut off for the Half Marathon**
Each distance will be accurately marked out with KM flags and mile markers and there will be plenty of helpers along the course to keep you on track and encourage you all the way to the finish line.
**Please note there is a strict 3 hour cut off for the Half Marathon**
Location
Alton Towers Resort, Farley Lane, Alton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST10 4DB
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