Wirral Running Festival

From RunThrough Events

4.5 · 1 review

Sunday 23rd May 2027

09:00

Wallasey

£28.00–£35.00 · 3 races

5km, 10km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready to kick off your summer at the Wirral Running Festival, taking place on Sunday, May 23, 2027, in the picturesque setting of Wallasey, Merseyside! Organised by RunThrough Events, this vibrant festival promises a thrilling coastal running experience along the scenic Ian Fraser Walk in New Brighton. With stunning views across Liverpool Bay and a smooth promenade route, participants can choose from three exciting race distances: the Half Marathon at 9:00 am, the 10K at 9:15 am, and the 5K at 9:25 am.

Whether you’re aiming for a personal best, stepping into the world of running for the first time, or simply enjoying a beautiful day by the coast, the Wirral Running Festival is the perfect event for everyone. Runners will receive a unique themed medal, free race photos, and delicious post-race goodies to celebrate their achievements. With friendly marshals cheering you on and a lively event village offering food and drink options, this is more than just a race; it's a community celebration. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, relax, and revel in the joy of being active. We can’t wait to see you at the start

Races

5k

09:25

£28.00

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10k

09:15

£29.00

0
Half Marathon

09:00

£35.00

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A £2.00 service charge is added per booking

Organiser's description

Join us for the Wirral Running Festival on Sunday 23rd May 2027!

Kick off your summer with a spectacular coastal running experience at the Wirral Running Festival. Set along the scenic Ian Fraser Walk in New Brighton, this exciting event brings runners to a beautiful seafront course with fresh sea air, open promenade views and an uplifting race-day atmosphere.

With views across Liverpool Bay and a smooth, pace-friendly route along the promenade, this is a brilliant choice whether you're chasing a new PB, taking on your first race, or enjoying a relaxed run by the coast.

Race Distances & Start Times
Half Marathon - 09:00 am
10K - 09:15 am
5K - 09:25 am

Included in your entry
Unique Themed Medal
Free Race Photos
Chip-timed Results
Post-race Goodies

Each kilometre is accurately marked with distance flags and our friendly marshals will guide and cheer you all the way to the finish. We cannot wait to welcome you to the Wirral Running Festival.

With RunThrough you can expect a friendly team of marshals to help guide you round the course and cheer you on to the finish, a lively and well-serviced event village with plenty of food and drink options including free goodies from our partners at the finish line after your hard effort.

Come and enjoy the day with us. Once you enter you will receive a confirmation email. More information will be sent closer to the event.

We can't wait to see you on the start line!