Preston Fast 5
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Preston Fast 5 Road Race
The event is a flat, traffic free 5K held on a three lap course formed from a one mile lap cycle track at the University of Lancashire Sports Arena in Preston. The course is accurately measured and described as having no tight corners.
The race series is organised by Preston Harriers and features two races each evening, divided by target finish times: Race 1 for runners aiming for under 19:00 minutes and Race 2 for runners over 19:00 minutes. Each race has an entry limit, with 70 places allocated to the faster category and 90 places to the other category. The minimum age is 16 years on the day of the event.
Entries open on Thursday 1 April 2027 and close on Monday 10 May 2027. Entry fees are listed by membership status: UKA members pay £7.00 and non members pay £9.00. There are no prizes for the event and the format is described as no frills and no fuss, intended as an opportunity to attempt a fast time on a measured circuit.
Facilities at the Sports Arena include toilets. Race numbers are available for collection on race day. There are no entries accepted on the day of the event. Terms and conditions and the event cancellation and refund policy apply. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
