Pete Shields Ilkley 10k

JUN

7

2026

This flat, two lap 10k on closed roads in Ilkley honors the memory of Harrier Pete Shields. All profits support Marie Curie Cancer Care. It's a fast course suited for both chasing a personal best and for first time 10k runners.

Sun 7 Jun 2026

Ilkley, Yorkshire and The Humber

Registration

10 kilometers

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Event Information

The Pete Shields Ilkley 10k is a 10 km road race held in Ilkley, West Yorkshire. It is organized by Ilkley Harriers and serves as a tribute to club member and coach Pete Shields. All race profits are donated to Marie Curie Cancer Care.

Race Course

The course is described as a fast and flat route. It consists of a two-lap, out-and-back circuit on fully closed roads. Due to the two-lap format, the use of headphones or similar audio devices is not permitted, except for bone-conducting headphones or those prescribed for medical reasons.

Participation & Logistics

The race start is on the road next to the warm-up field by Ilkley Rugby Club, which serves as the race headquarters. Ample free parking is available on West Holmes Field, a short walk from the HQ. The entry limit is 400 participants. Runners must be aged 15 or over. The course is not suitable for wheelchairs.

Facilities include:

Water stations
Distance markers
Toilets
Changing facilities There are no showers or a baggage store available.

Entry Details

Entry fees are £16.00 for affiliated runners and £18.00 for unaffiliated runners until a specified early-bird date. After this, fees increase. Online entries close on the Friday before the race, with entry on the day possible for an additional fee if places remain. Race entries can be transferred to another runner free of charge until a specified date by contacting the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.