Linlithgow 10k
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Linlithgow 10K and Junior Fun Run
The Linlithgow 10K is a community road race organised by volunteers from Linlithgow Athletic Club and held each September under licence from Scottish Athletics. The event includes a junior fun run to introduce younger athletes to road running.
The 10 km course passes through the town, around Linlithgow loch and on to the Bonnytoun Farm loop. The route is undulating and includes a narrow section behind the loch where overtaking is difficult; runners are asked to obey marshals and route signals and not to wear headphones for safety. Some roads are closed for the race while others remain open; marshals may require runners to stop for traffic at certain points.
The junior route is routed along the High Street towards West Port, loch-side towards the Palace, and finishes with a lap of the Peel. The junior event is for athletes aged 8 to 15 and entries are handled in advance through a central entry system, with limited on-day processing.
Pacing support is available with target pacers between 40 minutes and 65 minutes. A sweeper cyclist normally travels at around a 1 hour 15 minute pace and the 10k has a strict time limit of 1 hour 40 minutes. Timing and results are provided by Perfect Timing after the race.
The event raises funds to support the club’s athletics activities; no individuals within the organisation gain financially from the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
