Race to the Castle 10K

APR
12
2026
Run a scenic 10 km through historic Lancaster, including a loop around Lancaster Castle battlements before finishing in town. All finishers earn a medal and top runners take home prizes on 12 April 2026.
Sun 12 Apr 2026
10 kilometers

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Race details

The Race to the Castle is a 10 km road race in Lancaster, scheduled for 12th April 2026. The course passes Lancaster Castle and includes a loop around the castle battlements before returning to the finish. The event holds a UKA licence number 28686. Medals are given to all finishers.

Entry, fees and prizes

Online entry fees are listed as: affiliated (club) athletes £21, unaffiliated athletes £23, Lancaster Runner's Club athletes £17. Online portals may add a small additional charge. Entries on the day are cash only, with fees of £25 for affiliated athletes, £25 for unaffiliated athletes and £20 for Lancaster Runner's Club athletes. There is a no refunds, swaps or deferrals policy.

Prizes are awarded to the first three male and the first three female finishers. Veterans prizes are dependent on entry numbers. Course records are listed at 35.15 for the male record and 37.07 for the female record (female record noted in 2024). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
Race to the Castle 10km