Thornhill 10k
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Event Information
The Thornhill 10K is a running event taking place in Thornhill, starting and finishing at Thornhill Community Hall (FK8 3QB). The event includes a 10K race and a 2.5K race.
- 10K: £27 entry fee.
- 2.5K: £10 entry fee.
A £2 donation from every entry fee goes to the event's charity partner, Beatson Cancer Charity. The event was created in honour of a local resident, Steven Black, to support cancer research.
The Course
The 10K route is called "Round the Frews." It is a road race, run entirely on tarmac, described as a spectacular course with potential for personal bests. Participants will see the Wallace Monument and Munros to the north. The 2.5K route uses a mix of tarmac and path surfaces. Both routes will be fully marked with signs and have marshals and medical staff stationed at key points. There will be water stops on the course.
Participation
- The 10K is open to participants aged 15 and over.
- The 2.5K is open to participants aged 8 and over. Runners aged 7 and under can participate if accompanied by an adult.
- Participants can enter in four gender categories: Male, Female, Non-binary, and Other. Prizes are awarded in each category if a minimum number of participants are reached.
- The event welcomes disabled participants and asks them to make contact before registering to discuss support needs.
- Dogs are not permitted for insurance reasons.
What's Included
The entry fee includes a professionally organized event with electronic chip timing, a finisher's medal for all participants, water at the finish, medical provision, free event photos, and parking near the start/finish. Facilities include toilets, changing rooms, a baggage drop, and food/drink vendors at the community hall.
Schedule
Registration opens at 9:00 AM. The 2.5K race starts at 11:55 AM, followed by the 10K at 12:00 PM. A prize-giving ceremony is scheduled for around 2:00 PM. There is no cut-off time; all participants are supported to finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
