Swiftie 5k Run
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From Run Fanatics
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and channel your inner Swiftie at the Swiftie 5K Run, organized by Run Fanatics! Taking place on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, at the picturesque Battersea Park in London, this event promises to be an unforgettable celebration of music and camaraderie. Whether you're an experienced runner or just a fan of Taylor Swift, this 5K run (or walk) invites everyone to join in the fun while enjoying a beautiful course filled with the sounds of Taylor's greatest hits. Dress up in your favorite Taylor-inspired outfit, and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere created by fellow Swifties. All participants will receive a special-edition Swiftie finisher's medal, making it a day to remember! Don’t miss out on this unique event that combines fitness, music, and community spirit—mark your calendars for the Swiftie 5K!
Swiftie 5k Run
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Gemma Marshall
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Terrible Organisation! So many promises with such little delivered.
Start 30 mins after original start time, with no communications. Just left standing in the rain. No signs to the start. Organisers moving people back and forth to different places, nobody seemed to know where the start line was.
Seeing as the event this was Taylor Swift themed there was barely music at the start. A couple of bikes on the course that you could only hear if you were right along side.
Plenty of people’s chip timing not recorded so not in results.
Battersea Park is a great place to run around, just not with this company.
Start 30 mins after original start time, with no communications. Just left standing in the rain. No signs to the start. Organisers moving people back and forth to different places, nobody seemed to know where the start line was.
Seeing as the event this was Taylor Swift themed there was barely music at the start. A couple of bikes on the course that you could only hear if you were right along side.
Plenty of people’s chip timing not recorded so not in results.
Battersea Park is a great place to run around, just not with this company.
KK
Kathryn Kearney
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Did the swiftie 5k in Battersea park. Poorly organised, for several reasons: 1) queue system for collecting race numbers was confusing, people just wrapped around the bandstand whereas directing them down a path in one line would have been better. 2) Lots of being herded back and forth down the path off of the bandstand, seemingly just for them to take numerous drone shots before being herded back for the warm up. 3) Race started really late which meant we all been waiting around longer than expected and got very cold. Especially sad when there’s young kids and this is their intro to running! 4) Poor signage during the run. No one knew where the start line was! Was advertised as having a staggered start times for different speeds but this didn’t happen. Also advertised that there was pacers but that didn’t happen - there was people on bikes with speakers but no way to tell what pace each was supposedly going at 5) Best part was the Taylor Swift impersonator warm up but she only did one song, which was disappointing. They have the opportunity to make a great event but just need to think more carefully about logistics and ultimately about safety, especially with so many children in attendance.
GM
Gemma Marshall
Reviewing the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Did the Battersea race today and it was the worst organised event I have ever done. Getting us to move back and forth; marshalls didn’t know what was going on, no one could hear the music or the warm up, couldn’t hear any instructions, no music on the course (people were listening out loud on their phones instead), and to top it off it started 45min late so we were just hanging around in the pouring rain and freezing cold. Everyone was fed up and it definitely wasn’t worth the £27; total exploitation of a loyal fan base. Please don’t waste your money on this kind of event.
AH
Anna Harris
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Fun in the end but organisation was poor. The queue to pick up our race number was ridiculously long (only 4 people seemed to be handing these out) and none of the staff seemed to know what was going on. The Taylor Swift impersonator did 1 song from the band stand, which no one could see. We also didn't understand what the race organisers wanted as none of them had mics. The pacers were also non existent. Overall, would not do again.
GA
Georgina Armytage
Reviewing the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Conceptually this race was great: lots of people, young kids super excited.
Organisationally it was a disaster: I wouldn’t book or participate with RunFanatics again.
Presumably to preserve margin they didn’t send registration or bibs in advance.
When arrived, c 500-1000 people queuing (made worse admittedly as raining) for 2 2x2 desks with four ppl manning.
We waited 45 mins AFTER warm up time - so 30 mins post intended start time - for race but they were still only halfway thru the registration line.
At this point we were so freezing and wet we ran the course on our own to be honest to our sponsors and then left.
When we were leaving park c 1 hour and 15 mins after scheduled start time the race hadn’t started and still huge queue in rain.
Music was basically non existent- theme was very token - and the few race officials they had had no idea where start line was.
In short, nice idea, operationally extremely poorly executed and would avoid anything with run fanatics again: it’s clearly a commercial organisation focused on revenues and margin and not on actually putting on races and events for runners.
Organisationally it was a disaster: I wouldn’t book or participate with RunFanatics again.
Presumably to preserve margin they didn’t send registration or bibs in advance.
When arrived, c 500-1000 people queuing (made worse admittedly as raining) for 2 2x2 desks with four ppl manning.
We waited 45 mins AFTER warm up time - so 30 mins post intended start time - for race but they were still only halfway thru the registration line.
At this point we were so freezing and wet we ran the course on our own to be honest to our sponsors and then left.
When we were leaving park c 1 hour and 15 mins after scheduled start time the race hadn’t started and still huge queue in rain.
Music was basically non existent- theme was very token - and the few race officials they had had no idea where start line was.
In short, nice idea, operationally extremely poorly executed and would avoid anything with run fanatics again: it’s clearly a commercial organisation focused on revenues and margin and not on actually putting on races and events for runners.
RF
Rosie Finch
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
I really wanted to love this event, however execution was not quite where it needed to be. We arrived to the race village to pick up our numbers where a long queue had formed, only to get to the front to realise that there were in fact two queues and people had been pushing in because one event staff would say surname did matter and others would say it didn’t. The registration were due to finish at 11 but by 11:30 people were still queuing to collect their numbers. The impersonator was on for 1 song and majority of people were stood in the freezing cold with young children having no idea what was was going on. None of the staff had any microphones and we were walked to the start just to walk back to the village and then to walk back to the start. When the race eventually did begin the music blasting pacers were none existent and the majority of people were having to play Taylor from their phones.
I think majority of the revenue generated was spent on the medal (which was probably the only good thing about the race). This had so much potential and I felt awful for the staff who really were trying their best. Do better RunFanatics.
I will not be racing through you again.
I think majority of the revenue generated was spent on the medal (which was probably the only good thing about the race). This had so much potential and I felt awful for the staff who really were trying their best. Do better RunFanatics.
I will not be racing through you again.
JP
Jess Porritt
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
One of the worst organised events I've ever been to. No signage, no communication of what was happening, started late half an hour late, no way of seeing or being a part of the warm up and the warm up was not running related in anyway, people were queuing for over an hour for their race numbers, the course had a 1km and 4km marker and that was it but they were both wrong (the 1km marker was 0.5km into the race). We were left standing for so long that any warm-up and stretching I'd done was no longer relevant and I got cramp as soon as we started running because the race start came out of nowhere. I took my friend to this for her first 5km and it was a disaster, the only upside is that she's asked if we can do a proper 5km race later in the year!
JS
Jasmine Sparkes
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
The swiftie event in London was absolutely horrendously organised - chip times are a mess, no one knew what was going on (the pacers didn’t even know when the race was starting/what they were pacing) it was FREEZING cold and left waiting for ages, no music?!?!?!? Half a song for a token warm up with an act no one could see, no signs through the park, no music (At all?!?!) and no goodie bag, lucky to get the water there was so many people at the stupid place it was positioned. It started so late that the spectators (my kids) were soaked and fed up and no atmosphere at all. Absolute shambles - if you look at their instagram, seems everyone had this experience.
JF
Jack Fenton
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Complete mess. They didn’t seem to know where they were starting the race and kept moving us about, wasn’t really any music consistently playing during the run and the warms up lasted about 20 seconds and didn’t seem to consist of real stretches.
GM
Gemma Marshall
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Terrible Organisation! So many promises with such little delivered.
Start 30 mins after original start time, with no communications. Just left standing in the rain. No signs to the start. Organisers moving people back and forth to different places, nobody seemed to know where the start line was.
Seeing as the event this was Taylor Swift themed there was barely music at the start. A couple of bikes on the course that you could only hear if you were right along side.
Plenty of people’s chip timing not recorded so not in results.
Battersea Park is a great place to run around, just not with this company.
Start 30 mins after original start time, with no communications. Just left standing in the rain. No signs to the start. Organisers moving people back and forth to different places, nobody seemed to know where the start line was.
Seeing as the event this was Taylor Swift themed there was barely music at the start. A couple of bikes on the course that you could only hear if you were right along side.
Plenty of people’s chip timing not recorded so not in results.
Battersea Park is a great place to run around, just not with this company.
HC
Hannah Coates
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
We were quite disappointed this event. Communication was quite good in advance and things seemed fine when we arrived, but it then went downhill. There was no swiftie warmup as advertised and none of the staff seemed to be sure of where the start line was when asked. There was a lot of waiting and being shuffled about, which was difficult as it was so cold and rainy. We ended up starting about 30 mins late which was frustrating as it was only a 5k! There also weren’t as many cyclists with speakers as advertised so with both that and the warmup missing, it didn’t feel very Swift-themed.
JG
Jane Gowers
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
A total shambles and waste
Of money . Organisation dreadful , no loud speaker equipment. Couldn’t see or hear warm up . No instructions where to go for the start , left standing in the cold for 40 mins . No music on run . Better off just doing the Battersea Park Run as that is the exact route used .
Of money . Organisation dreadful , no loud speaker equipment. Couldn’t see or hear warm up . No instructions where to go for the start , left standing in the cold for 40 mins . No music on run . Better off just doing the Battersea Park Run as that is the exact route used .
PS
Paul Spurgeon
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Very badly organised with not much effort put into the thematic experience.
Course was good though.
Course was good though.
NC
Natasha Clark
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Eeek, I'm not one to complain but this was a pretty poorly organised event. There was soo much waiting around at the start, and for the expense we ended up with a very poor quality t-shirt for an extra £20, and 2 very cold children in tears.
The medals were nice though!
The medals were nice though!
OP
Oliver Purton
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Unfortunately this event was awful, probably the worst event I have ever attended. I’m not sure if there were enough staff, if there was then they were not visible. There was no loud speaker system and therefore communication was non existent, staff didn’t seem to know where the race start was leaving participants wandering around with no clue what was going on , the race started around 45 mins late , it was cold and raining and we were just left standing in a queue with no communication from staff. The Taylor Swift warm up appeared for about 5 mins but we were already at the back of the start queue so didn’t really see her. When the race started there were minimal staff, no music except when you passed the bandstand, people were listening to music on their phones. I brought a group of around 10 people to this event and feel extremely let down and embarrassed from the whole experience, you need to make drastic changes before putting on similar events. We were looking at attending the velopark event in the summer but that will not be happening now .
KK
Kathryn Kearney
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Read the article in the Sun and look on TikTok for reviews. Race started late, huge queues to collect bibs. Lots of waiting around in the cold as they walked us back and forth on the start line to get drone shots. Warm up was only one song and didn’t actually involve any stretching or warming up! Music was barely audible. Was advertised that there was pacers and graded start times but this didn’t happen. Incredibly badly organised which is unsafe considering how many children were in attendance. When we crossed the finish line all we got was a bottle of water there was no fruit left. I never got emailed my run time, either.
MW
miranda williams
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Organisation was poor leading to huge disorganised queues for runner registration.
JH
Jon Ho
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
I would have given the event zero stars if I could! Event was poorly organised and started more half an hour late. The swifty theme was not really there. Things that were promised beforehand, e.g. goody bags, pacers playing Taylor Swift music were not delivered. I also have not been given an official finish time for the race so it's felt like it's been a bit pointless. I appreciate it was the race organisers first time running an event but a lot of issues could have been foreseen. I'm pretty sure I could have organised a better race (happy to do it if you pay me). When all is said and done, it didn't go All Too Well.
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Swiftie 5k Run
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Event information
Get ready to lace up your sneakers and join us for the Swiftie 5K at Battersea Park, one of London’s most picturesque and beloved running spots. Known for its flat, fast course, this is the perfect opportunity to chase your personal best while immersing yourself in all things Taylor.
Swiftie 5K – Taylor Themed Fun Run
Join us at Battersea Park for the Swiftie 5K, an unforgettable Taylor Swift-themed fun run! Whether you're a seasoned runner or simply a Taylor fan, this event is perfect for anyone who wants to celebrate the music and legacy of Taylor while enjoying a scenic 5K run (or walk) through one of London's most beautiful parks.
Get dressed up in your favorite Taylor-inspired outfit – from her iconic tour looks to your favorite album era – and enjoy a lively, music-filled course with Taylor’s biggest hits playing all along the way. This is not just a race; it's a celebration of community, music, and fun with fellow Swifties.
All participants will receive a special-edition Swiftie 5K finisher's medal, and enjoy a warm up will be taken by a Taylor Swift lookalike. So come along, join the fun, and make it a day to remember!
Limited Edition Swiftie 5K Finisher's T-Shirt: For just £19.99 extra, you can commemorate your run with an exclusive Swiftie 5K finisher's t-shirt. This limited-edition shirt features a unique design inspired by Taylor Swift and the 5K event. It’s the perfect way to show off your accomplishment and remember this unforgettable experience!
Exclusive Taylor Swift-Themed Medal: Celebrate your achievement with a one-of-a-kind medal, designed with iconic Taylor Swift elements. It’s the perfect keepsake to remember your epic run and show off your Swiftie pride!
Free Event Photographs: Capture the moment! Professional photographers will be stationed throughout the course to snap your best running shots. These high-quality photos will be available for free after the event, so you can relive your Taylor-themed 5K and share it with friends.
Post-Race Treats: After crossing the finish line, reward yourself with delicious post-race snacks. Enjoy a selection of treats that will help you refuel and recharge, while you bask in the post-race glow and swap stories with fellow runners.
Join us at Battersea Park for the Swiftie 5K, an unforgettable Taylor Swift-themed fun run! Whether you're a seasoned runner or simply a Taylor fan, this event is perfect for anyone who wants to celebrate the music and legacy of Taylor while enjoying a scenic 5K run (or walk) through one of London's most beautiful parks.
Get dressed up in your favorite Taylor-inspired outfit – from her iconic tour looks to your favorite album era – and enjoy a lively, music-filled course with Taylor’s biggest hits playing all along the way. This is not just a race; it's a celebration of community, music, and fun with fellow Swifties.
All participants will receive a special-edition Swiftie 5K finisher's medal, and enjoy a warm up will be taken by a Taylor Swift lookalike. So come along, join the fun, and make it a day to remember!
Limited Edition Swiftie 5K Finisher's T-Shirt: For just £19.99 extra, you can commemorate your run with an exclusive Swiftie 5K finisher's t-shirt. This limited-edition shirt features a unique design inspired by Taylor Swift and the 5K event. It’s the perfect way to show off your accomplishment and remember this unforgettable experience!
Exclusive Taylor Swift-Themed Medal: Celebrate your achievement with a one-of-a-kind medal, designed with iconic Taylor Swift elements. It’s the perfect keepsake to remember your epic run and show off your Swiftie pride!
Free Event Photographs: Capture the moment! Professional photographers will be stationed throughout the course to snap your best running shots. These high-quality photos will be available for free after the event, so you can relive your Taylor-themed 5K and share it with friends.
Post-Race Treats: After crossing the finish line, reward yourself with delicious post-race snacks. Enjoy a selection of treats that will help you refuel and recharge, while you bask in the post-race glow and swap stories with fellow runners.
There are parking spaces available within Battersea Park, but they can be limited, especially on weekends or during events. We recommend arriving early to secure a spot.
Pay-and-display parking is available at certain points inside the park and in nearby areas.
Congestion Charge/ULEZ:
Battersea Park is outside the Congestion Charge zone, but please check if your route might pass through a Congestion Charge or ULEZ area when planning your journey.
Pay-and-display parking is available at certain points inside the park and in nearby areas.
Congestion Charge/ULEZ:
Battersea Park is outside the Congestion Charge zone, but please check if your route might pass through a Congestion Charge or ULEZ area when planning your journey.
Battersea Park London SW11 4NJ
Here are several convenient ways to get to Battersea Park for the Swiftie 5K. Here's how you can reach the park by public transport, car, bike, and on foot:
1. By Public Transport:
Train:
Battersea Park Station: This station is only a 5-10 minute walk from the park’s entrance. It’s serviced by Southern trains and has frequent connections to and from central London stations like Victoria.
Queenstown Road Station: Also a short walk from the park (about 10 minutes), this station is served by South Western Railway and offers easy access from Waterloo and Clapham Junction.
Underground (Tube):
Sloane Square Station (District and Circle Lines): This is the nearest tube station, about a 20-25 minute walk to the park. Alternatively, you can take a bus or taxi from here to Battersea Park.
Battersea Power Station (Northern Line): Around a 15-minute walk from the park, this new station offers convenient access via the Northern Line.
Bus:
Numerous buses serve Battersea Park. Routes 44, 137, 452, and 344 all stop near the park, with drop-off points along Queenstown Road and Chelsea Bridge Road.
2. By Car:
Parking:
There are parking spaces available within Battersea Park, but they can be limited, especially on weekends or during events. We recommend arriving early to secure a spot.
Pay-and-display parking is available at certain points inside the park and in nearby areas.
Congestion Charge/ULEZ:
Battersea Park is outside the Congestion Charge zone, but please check if your route might pass through a Congestion Charge or ULEZ area when planning your journey.
3. By Bike:
Cycle Hire:
There are several Santander Cycle docking stations around Battersea Park if you'd prefer to use a public bike hire service.
Cycle Parking: Battersea Park offers designated cycle parking near the main entrances, making it easy to lock up your bike while you enjoy the event.
4. On Foot:
If you live locally, walking to Battersea Park is a great option. The park has multiple entrances, with main access points via Chelsea Bridge Gate, Albert Bridge Road, and Queenstown Road.
1. By Public Transport:
Train:
Battersea Park Station: This station is only a 5-10 minute walk from the park’s entrance. It’s serviced by Southern trains and has frequent connections to and from central London stations like Victoria.
Queenstown Road Station: Also a short walk from the park (about 10 minutes), this station is served by South Western Railway and offers easy access from Waterloo and Clapham Junction.
Underground (Tube):
Sloane Square Station (District and Circle Lines): This is the nearest tube station, about a 20-25 minute walk to the park. Alternatively, you can take a bus or taxi from here to Battersea Park.
Battersea Power Station (Northern Line): Around a 15-minute walk from the park, this new station offers convenient access via the Northern Line.
Bus:
Numerous buses serve Battersea Park. Routes 44, 137, 452, and 344 all stop near the park, with drop-off points along Queenstown Road and Chelsea Bridge Road.
2. By Car:
Parking:
There are parking spaces available within Battersea Park, but they can be limited, especially on weekends or during events. We recommend arriving early to secure a spot.
Pay-and-display parking is available at certain points inside the park and in nearby areas.
Congestion Charge/ULEZ:
Battersea Park is outside the Congestion Charge zone, but please check if your route might pass through a Congestion Charge or ULEZ area when planning your journey.
3. By Bike:
Cycle Hire:
There are several Santander Cycle docking stations around Battersea Park if you'd prefer to use a public bike hire service.
Cycle Parking: Battersea Park offers designated cycle parking near the main entrances, making it easy to lock up your bike while you enjoy the event.
4. On Foot:
If you live locally, walking to Battersea Park is a great option. The park has multiple entrances, with main access points via Chelsea Bridge Gate, Albert Bridge Road, and Queenstown Road.
Organiser's description
Join us at Battersea Park for the Swiftie 5K, an unforgettable Taylor Swift-themed fun run! Whether you're a seasoned runner or simply a Taylor fan, this event is perfect for anyone who wants to celebrate the music and legacy of Taylor while enjoying a scenic 5K run (or walk) through one of London's most beautiful parks.
Get dressed up in your favorite Taylor-inspired outfit – from her iconic tour looks to your favorite album era – and enjoy a lively, music-filled course with Taylor’s biggest hits playing all along the way. This is not just a race; it's a celebration of community, music, and fun with fellow Swifties.
All participants will receive a special-edition Swiftie finisher's medal, so come along, join the fun, and make it a day to remember!
Get dressed up in your favorite Taylor-inspired outfit – from her iconic tour looks to your favorite album era – and enjoy a lively, music-filled course with Taylor’s biggest hits playing all along the way. This is not just a race; it's a celebration of community, music, and fun with fellow Swifties.
All participants will receive a special-edition Swiftie finisher's medal, so come along, join the fun, and make it a day to remember!
RF
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