Great South 5k
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AJ Bell Great South 5k - 17 October 2026
The AJ Bell Great South 5k is a five kilometre road race held as part of the AJ Bell Great South Run weekend in Portsmouth. The published course is described as flat and fast and runs along the seafront with views across the Solent.
The published route starts on Clarence Esplanade, continues past Southsea Common, Serpentine Road and Lady's Mile, then onto Jack Cockerill Way and South Parade before joining Eastney Esplanade to a U-turn near the Coffee Cup. Runners return along Eastney Esplanade to finish on Clarence Esplanade. The course is subject to change.
Entry information in the source lists a Saver price of £27 and a final price of £30, with a booking fee of £3 applied at checkout. Participants must be aged 14 or over on the event day.
Event extras and services described by the organiser include a bespoke medal, an optional finisher t shirt, a finisher's pack, a personalised race number, official event photos available to view and purchase, and access to the Great Run Rewards discounts. Runners who decline the finisher t shirt at entry trigger a donation from organisers to the National Trust Woodlands Appeal; organisers state a commitment to donate approximately £20,000. Free training plans and support are also provided up to the event day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
