Linlithgow 10k
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Linlithgow 10k and Junior Fun Run
The Linlithgow 10k and Junior Fun Run is the flagship road race organised by Linlithgow Athletic Club and held annually in September. Established in 1992 and run entirely by volunteers, the event is held under licence from Scottish Athletics and raises modest funds to support the club's community activities. No individuals benefit financially from the event.
The event offers the following distances:
- 10 km
- Junior Fun Run (1.9 km, ages 8 to 15)
The 10 km route runs through the town, around Linlithgow loch and includes the Bonnytoun Farm loop. The course is undulating and includes a narrow section behind the loch where overtaking is difficult. Participants are asked to obey route stewards and marshals for safety and not to wear headphones. Some roads are closed for the race while others remain open; runners may be required to stop for traffic priority in places.
A sweeper cyclist travels at about the pace that indicates reopening of the road to traffic and there is a strict overall time limit for the 10 km. Pacers are provided for target finish times between 40 minutes and 65 minutes. Timing and results are provided by Perfect Timing and are published on their website after the race.
The junior route follows the High Street toward the West Port, goes loch-side toward the Palace and finishes with a lap of the Peel. Advance entries are handled through Entry Central and on the day entries are possible for the Fun Run at the event. Cancellation policy offers a refund minus an administration fee or the option to roll an entry to the next scheduled Linlithgow 10k; entrants who withdraw are not entitled to a refund and may not defer their place.
Cash prizes are awarded across senior, masters and team categories, with a separate prize for a course record. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
