The Speed 5K Test
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The Speed 5K Test - Battersea Park, London
The Speed 5K Test is a 5k running event taking place on Wed 16 Sep 2026 at Battersea Park, London SW11 4NJ. Organised by Best Athletics, it is presented as the series finale of the Best Race Series and is listed as a UKA-approved route.
The course is described as totally flat and fast, running as loops around the Boating Lake with the start and finish located at the bandstand. The route is fully marked, marshalled, and includes kilometre signs. Race timing is provided and results will be published on the RunBritain results page after the event. Race packs are to be collected on the day at the event HQ next to the bandstand.
Included items listed for participants are finisher goodies, a pair of free Versus socks, professional photos, and Science in Sport fuel. Event logistics note a secure bag drop area with race-number bag tags, water stations at the event HQ, and two public toilets approximately a five-minute walk from the start area and event village.
Travel details cite a paid car park at Battersea Park with limited spaces, Battersea Park Railway Station about a ten-minute walk from the bandstand, and frequent bus services from Vauxhall. Entry fees are shown as £18 to £20. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
