Oxford 10km
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Event overview
The Bidwells Oxford 10k is an annual closed-route road race held in Oxford with its event village based at University Parks, OX1 3RF. It is the oldest run in the Town and Gown series and began in 1982 to raise funds for Muscular Dystrophy UK. The event typically attracts around 6,000 runners and is organised under England Athletics licensing standards.
Routes and who can take part
- 10 km - open to people aged over 16.
- 3 km - for 9 to 15 year-olds.
The routes use closed city roads and University Parks, passing historic university buildings, parks and rivers. The 3k route runs through University Parks and along the River Cherwell.
Race services and logistics
Race packs with a bib and an attached timing chip are posted to most entrants if registered on or before 21 April; entries made on or after 22 April must collect their pack on race day from the registration marquee. The event uses chip timing; chip-time results and individual SMS times are provided after the race, and full results are published online. A large baggage marquee operates in the event village with bag labels attached to race numbers.
Additional information
The event offers a Hippocampe Marathon running chair for assisted participants and has a zero-tolerance policy on abuse and harassment. Trophy presentations are held on the event village stage and prizes are based on chip times. Entry fees are offered in tiered pricing, including early-bird and standard rates. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
