Hitchin 5K
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Hitchin Town Centre 5km
The Hitchin Town Centre 5km is in its 11th year and is organised by BurntHare. The event is a road race held in Hitchin town centre, covering 5 km as two 2.5 km laps. The course is fully marked and marshalled and runs through the historic market square, along the riverside path and past the steel statues by Cooper's Yard. It starts on the High Street, crosses the river, passes Windmill Hill, loops onto Payne's Park and returns toward the start.
Entry uses chip timing. Entry fees are £14 until 31 December 2026 and £15 from 1 January 2027. An event t-shirt is available at additional cost.
UK Athletics rules apply. Dogs, buggies and cycles are not permitted on the course. Headphones are not allowed on closed-road sections for safety.
Every finisher receives a medal. Trophies are awarded to the first three overall male and female finishers. A downloadable finisher certificate is provided.
The event address is Hitchin High Street, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1AY. Town centre car parks at Queen Street, Portmill Lane and Hollow Lane are a short walk away. Parking is usually limited and parking along the race route is not permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
