Rye Summer 10k & 5k Series: Race One
From Nice Work
- Date Fri 8th May 2026
- Time 18:30
- Location The Point, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7TU
- Price £7.68 - £23.52
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Top rated
This is a five star event
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Rye Summer 10k & 5k Series: Race One, organized by Nice Work! This exciting event will take place on Friday, May 8, 2026, at the beautiful Rye Harbour Nature Reserve in East Sussex. Runners of all levels can choose between a thrilling 10k or a more relaxed 5k race, plus a fun Junior Run, making it a fantastic day for families and friends to come together and celebrate fitness in nature.
The stunning coastal landscape of the reserve offers a unique backdrop for this series, which consists of five individual races throughout the summer months. With its flat and fast tarmac routes, participants can look forward to achieving their personal bests while enjoying the breathtaking views of interlocking shingle ridges, saltmarsh, and saline lagoons. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this event promises an energetic atmosphere and the chance to meet fellow enthusiasts. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this exhilarating series—register today and prepare for an amazing summer of running!
The stunning coastal landscape of the reserve offers a unique backdrop for this series, which consists of five individual races throughout the summer months. With its flat and fast tarmac routes, participants can look forward to achieving their personal bests while enjoying the breathtaking views of interlocking shingle ridges, saltmarsh, and saline lagoons. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this event promises an energetic atmosphere and the chance to meet fellow enthusiasts. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this exhilarating series—register today and prepare for an amazing summer of running!
Organiser's Description
Enjoy every spellbinding step through the stunning landscape of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve in this exceptional five race series
Friday 08 May, 18:30
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, East Sussex
10k, 5k & Junior Run
Tarmac, Flat, Fast
Overview
The Rye Summer Classic Series provides a unique chance to enjoy one of Britain's most treasured conservation sites, covering a mosaic of interlocking shingle ridges, saltmarsh, intertidal grazing, reed-beds and saline lagoons. It can get windy on the reserve but if conditions are favourable then fast times are likely. These races enjoy incredible race day vibes and are ideal for both beginners and experienced runners. With a choice of race distance across all but the September race edition, it will be the summer racing series that you wait for every year. For 2026, we are excited to announce the introduction of a fifth race in May!
About the series
This is race one of a five-race series taking place in May, June, July, August and September. You can enter each race individually or save money and purchase a series entry. All series entries include a t-shirt. To book the series, scroll down to view the race options and click on 'Enter Now' for your preferred series entry. OTD (On the day) entries are subject to availability only. The details of each series are as follows:
10k Option
Affiliated: £84 / Unaffiliated: £92 / OTD price: £95
Includes entry to the 10k in May, June, July & August, and the 5k in September - & a series t-shirt!
5k Option
Affiliated: £60 / Unaffiliated: £68 / OTD price: £70
Includes entry to the 5k in May, June, July, August & September - & a series t-shirt!
Junior Run Option
Affiliated: £30 / Unaffiliated: £30 / OTD price: £30
Includes entry to the Junior Run in May, June, July, August & September - & a series t-shirt!
Route Information
View and download detailed route maps (including GPX files):
Race Highlights
• Stunning coastal landscape
• Possibility of quick times
• Friendly atmosphere
• 1k Junior run
What’s Included
• Bespoke medal for the 10k & 5k
• Finisher medal for the Junior run
• Trophies
Full series dates
Friday 08 May 2026
Friday 05 June 2026
Friday 10 July 2026
Friday 07 August 2026
Friday 04 September 2026
On-the-Day Entry Fees for single race entries (subject to availability)
• 10k: £25
• 5k: £20
• Junior Run: £7
Event information will be sent out to all registered entrants prior to race day
Friday 08 May, 18:30
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, East Sussex
10k, 5k & Junior Run
Tarmac, Flat, Fast
Overview
The Rye Summer Classic Series provides a unique chance to enjoy one of Britain's most treasured conservation sites, covering a mosaic of interlocking shingle ridges, saltmarsh, intertidal grazing, reed-beds and saline lagoons. It can get windy on the reserve but if conditions are favourable then fast times are likely. These races enjoy incredible race day vibes and are ideal for both beginners and experienced runners. With a choice of race distance across all but the September race edition, it will be the summer racing series that you wait for every year. For 2026, we are excited to announce the introduction of a fifth race in May!
About the series
This is race one of a five-race series taking place in May, June, July, August and September. You can enter each race individually or save money and purchase a series entry. All series entries include a t-shirt. To book the series, scroll down to view the race options and click on 'Enter Now' for your preferred series entry. OTD (On the day) entries are subject to availability only. The details of each series are as follows:
10k Option
Affiliated: £84 / Unaffiliated: £92 / OTD price: £95
Includes entry to the 10k in May, June, July & August, and the 5k in September - & a series t-shirt!
5k Option
Affiliated: £60 / Unaffiliated: £68 / OTD price: £70
Includes entry to the 5k in May, June, July, August & September - & a series t-shirt!
Junior Run Option
Affiliated: £30 / Unaffiliated: £30 / OTD price: £30
Includes entry to the Junior Run in May, June, July, August & September - & a series t-shirt!
Route Information
View and download detailed route maps (including GPX files):
Race Highlights
• Stunning coastal landscape
• Possibility of quick times
• Friendly atmosphere
• 1k Junior run
What’s Included
• Bespoke medal for the 10k & 5k
• Finisher medal for the Junior run
• Trophies
Full series dates
Friday 08 May 2026
Friday 05 June 2026
Friday 10 July 2026
Friday 07 August 2026
Friday 04 September 2026
On-the-Day Entry Fees for single race entries (subject to availability)
• 10k: £25
• 5k: £20
• Junior Run: £7
Event information will be sent out to all registered entrants prior to race day
Races
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Rye Summer Series Junior Run, May
Fri 8th May 2026 (18:30)
£7.68
Booking for more than 1? -
Rye Summer Series 10k, May
Fri 8th May 2026 (19:00)
£23.52
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Booking for more than 1? -
Rye Summer Series 5k, May
Fri 8th May 2026 (19:00)
£17.15
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Booking for more than 1?
Reviews
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5.0
1 review
Simon
·5 months ago
Really great course - nice and flat with just a couple of very gentle slopes. Beautiful landscape to run through and very well organised although I don’t have my time yet and it’s the day after.
Location
Harbour Road, Rye, TN31 7, United Kingdom
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