The Speed 5K Test

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2026

A series finale 5k in Battersea Park on a flat UKA-approved looped course around the Boating Lake. The event includes chip timing, professional photos, finisher goodies, and race packs collected at the bandstand.

Wed 16 Sep 2026

Battersea Park, London

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The Speed 5K Test

The Speed 5K Test is the series finale held in Battersea Park, London SW11 4NJ. The event is presented as a flat, fast, UKA-approved 5-kilometre race that uses looped laps around the Boating Lake. The start and finish are located at the park bandstand.

The course is described as easy to follow, with kilometre signs and full marshalling. The event provides chip timing, published results on the RunBritain results page, and professional photos. Participants receive finisher goodies, a pair of Versus socks, and Science in Sport fuel. Race packs are collected on the day at the event HQ by the bandstand, and there is a secure bag drop area.

Event logistics note that there are water stations at the event HQ and two public toilets about a five-minute walk from the start area. Bone conduction headphones will be available to try on site. The organiser and performer are Best Athletics. Entry is listed in the range of £18 to £20. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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