Sport In Action 5K Series
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Event overview
The event takes place on 20 May 2026 at The Sheepmount, Carlisle, Great Britain. It is listed as Castle 5K - Race 1 in a five-race series. Distances:
- 5 km
Registration closes on 18 May 2026. Race numbers will be issued at race registration. One race in the series may be completed virtually if all five races are entered.
Course and safety
The course uses a mixture of park paths, pavements and quiet roads that are mainly flat with generally good surfaces. The route begins with a loop of Bitts Park, returns toward Carlisle Castle for two laps around the castle, then heads back to Sheepmount Stadium to finish close to the small grandstand. The route is an officially measured 5 km. Runners should take care at turns, follow marshals and the race director’s instructions, and be aware of cars and cyclists. A full course risk assessment, route maps, the race permit (number TBA) and the measurement certificate will be on display at event HQ on race day. A race safety briefing will be held before the race.
Prizes, results and policies
Overall prizes are awarded 1st to 3rd Male and Female, with a prize presentation held after the third-place finisher completes the race. Age group prizes follow a scale: 1 to 17 competitors = 1st only; 18 to 27 = 1st and 2nd; 28 or more = 1st to 3rd. If an age-group finisher also wins an overall prize, the age-group prize rolls down. Age group prize payments are made by BACS within seven days. Withdrawals made one month before the race incur a 50% charge; no refunds are given after that date. Race results will be published via Timing Up North results. Entry fees (base prices) are: affiliated £14, unaffiliated £16, five-race affiliated £60, five-race unaffiliated £70, U16 (11-15) £10; additional processing fees apply. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.