The RunThrough Foundation 10k
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Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of running at The RunThrough Foundation 10k, proudly organized by RunThrough Events! Set against the stunning backdrop of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London, this exciting event will take place on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025. The RunThrough Foundation aims to break down barriers to entry in the running community by offering free events that prioritize first-time runners and highlight underrepresented groups.
With a focus on inclusivity, the 10k race will kick off at 9:00 AM, followed by the RunThrough Foundation Junior Race at 11:30 AM. Due to the immense demand, entry will be determined through a ballot system, ensuring that a portion of spots are reserved for first-time runners and those from lower-income areas. Don't miss your chance to be part of this transformative event – the ballot closes on May 31st, June 30th, and July 14th for the respective rounds. Join us in celebrating community, activity, and the joy of running!
With a focus on inclusivity, the 10k race will kick off at 9:00 AM, followed by the RunThrough Foundation Junior Race at 11:30 AM. Due to the immense demand, entry will be determined through a ballot system, ensuring that a portion of spots are reserved for first-time runners and those from lower-income areas. Don't miss your chance to be part of this transformative event – the ballot closes on May 31st, June 30th, and July 14th for the respective rounds. Join us in celebrating community, activity, and the joy of running!
The RunThrough Foundation 10k
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Caroline Pires
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
My first 10k, couldn’t have been better! So well orchestrated, great energy, cool vendors, lots of live music… I also loved that the route was 10k long and pretty interesting so no repetition.
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The RunThrough Foundation 10k
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The RunThrough Foundation Junior Race
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Car
Paid parking is available in Westfield Stratford City as well as various other options within the local area. Please pre-plan this if you are travelling by car to the event.
Getting Here on Foot
The park is easily accessible by both foot and cycle. Cycle parking is available in the park.
Paid parking is available in Westfield Stratford City as well as various other options within the local area. Please pre-plan this if you are travelling by car to the event.
Getting Here on Foot
The park is easily accessible by both foot and cycle. Cycle parking is available in the park.
London Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Stratford, London E20 2ST
Public transport is the best and easiest way to get to and from the Park.The nearest train, tube and bus stops are at Stratford, Stratford International, Hackney Wick, Pudding Mill and Leyton stations.
If you are exiting out of Stratford Underground Station – take the escalator or lift up to ‘The Street’ (which is the outdoor part of Westfield Shopping Centre) – follow it along, bear right at Fountain Square toward John Lewis and then left at Jamie’s Italian. At the end of the passage, cross the road into the Park.
Tube and Train
The nearest stations are Stratford station and Stratford International station and both provide step-free access from entrance to platform.
Stratford station is served by:
• Docklands Light Railway (DLR) • Jubilee and Central lines • National Rail services operated by Greater Anglia and c2c • London Overground services
Stratford International station is served by:
• Docklands Light Railway (DLR) • Southeastern High Speed 1 services
You can also enter the Park via Hackney Wick station which is on the London Overground.
Bus
The 308 bus runs between Clapton to Wanstead via Stratford City near the station entrance and Celebration Avenue in East Village. The 108 bus runs between Lewisham and Stratford International via Carpenters Road and the Aquatics Centre.
Stratford bus station and Stratford City bus station are both located in close proximity to Stratford station.
If you are exiting out of Stratford Underground Station – take the escalator or lift up to ‘The Street’ (which is the outdoor part of Westfield Shopping Centre) – follow it along, bear right at Fountain Square toward John Lewis and then left at Jamie’s Italian. At the end of the passage, cross the road into the Park.
Tube and Train
The nearest stations are Stratford station and Stratford International station and both provide step-free access from entrance to platform.
Stratford station is served by:
• Docklands Light Railway (DLR) • Jubilee and Central lines • National Rail services operated by Greater Anglia and c2c • London Overground services
Stratford International station is served by:
• Docklands Light Railway (DLR) • Southeastern High Speed 1 services
You can also enter the Park via Hackney Wick station which is on the London Overground.
Bus
The 308 bus runs between Clapton to Wanstead via Stratford City near the station entrance and Celebration Avenue in East Village. The 108 bus runs between Lewisham and Stratford International via Carpenters Road and the Aquatics Centre.
Stratford bus station and Stratford City bus station are both located in close proximity to Stratford station.
CUT-OFF TIME
There is a 90min cut off on this race due to road closures in place
MINIMUM AGES
10k - U15+
Juniors - Under 11
BAGGAGE
We will have a secure area within the concourse of the London Stadium where you can leave your baggage. We recommend you bring as little baggage as possible. Your baggage tag is attached to your race number, you simply tear it off and attach to your bag. To collect, show your number to our staff and they will help you find your baggage.
TOILETS
Toilets will be located within the concourse area of the London Stadium.
REFRESHMENTS
There will be water provided at the 5k point of the race, and there will also be water available at the finish along with your post race goodies and medal.
SPECTATORS
Spectators are more than welcome, we advise staying in the event village where you will be able to catch the start & finish. (Change per event/park/road closed/ venue/ dogs not permitted).
There is a 90min cut off on this race due to road closures in place
MINIMUM AGES
10k - U15+
Juniors - Under 11
BAGGAGE
We will have a secure area within the concourse of the London Stadium where you can leave your baggage. We recommend you bring as little baggage as possible. Your baggage tag is attached to your race number, you simply tear it off and attach to your bag. To collect, show your number to our staff and they will help you find your baggage.
TOILETS
Toilets will be located within the concourse area of the London Stadium.
REFRESHMENTS
There will be water provided at the 5k point of the race, and there will also be water available at the finish along with your post race goodies and medal.
SPECTATORS
Spectators are more than welcome, we advise staying in the event village where you will be able to catch the start & finish. (Change per event/park/road closed/ venue/ dogs not permitted).
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Organiser's description
** BALLOT IS NOW CLOSED - YOU WILL BE CONTACTED IF YOU HAVE BEEN SUCCESSFUL**
The RunThrough Foundation in 2025 is steadfast in its mission to break down barriers to entry by offering free events that prioritise first-time runners and spotlight underrepresented groups in the running community, with the aim of inspiring others to get active.
The RunThrough Foundation 10k will be coming to the iconic Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on 3rd August 2025!
Entry to the RunThrough Foundation 10k will be balloted due to the extremely high demand and we will be working to prioritise a proportion of places to first time runners as well as those from lower income areas to help break down barriers to entry.
There will be three rounds of the ballot and if you are not successful in any round you will be automatically entered into all subsequent rounds. Each ballot round will finish on the following date:
31st May - Ballot Wave 1
30th June - Ballot Wave 2
14th July - Ballot Wave 3
18th July - Ballot Reallocation Wave
Race Start Times
09:00 am - The RunThrough Foundation 10k
11:30 am - The RunThrough Foundation Junior Race
The RunThrough Foundation in 2025 is steadfast in its mission to break down barriers to entry by offering free events that prioritise first-time runners and spotlight underrepresented groups in the running community, with the aim of inspiring others to get active.
The RunThrough Foundation 10k will be coming to the iconic Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on 3rd August 2025!
Entry to the RunThrough Foundation 10k will be balloted due to the extremely high demand and we will be working to prioritise a proportion of places to first time runners as well as those from lower income areas to help break down barriers to entry.
There will be three rounds of the ballot and if you are not successful in any round you will be automatically entered into all subsequent rounds. Each ballot round will finish on the following date:
31st May - Ballot Wave 1
30th June - Ballot Wave 2
14th July - Ballot Wave 3
18th July - Ballot Reallocation Wave
Race Start Times
09:00 am - The RunThrough Foundation 10k
11:30 am - The RunThrough Foundation Junior Race
Location
Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Stadium Road, London, SE18 4, United Kingdom
The RunThrough Foundation 10k
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