Weston Christmas Cracker 10K
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Weston Christmas Cracker 10K
The Weston Christmas Cracker is an annual road and beach running event organised by Weston Athletic Club. Now in its 38th year, the event raises funds for Weston Hospicecare and other local charities; in 2024 it raised over £10,000.
The adult course is approximately 10 km, mainly flat and run on both tarmac and beach, and is not suitable for wheelchairs. The event includes a separate junior race of about one mile run on the beach for children in Reception to Year 11. Safety measures listed for the adult race include a lead car, race clock, distance markers, marshals, first aid provision and a finish water station. An event risk assessment has been undertaken. The race is affiliated to the Association of Running Clubs with permit number 21/262 and is covered for legal liability insurance.
Facilities and services include chip timing, supervised kit storage at owners risk, published full results online, and refreshments at the Royal Hotel which serves as Race HQ. All finishers receive a medal. Prizes are awarded for 1st to 3rd male and female, veteran categories and individual and team fancy dress; only one prize per runner applies except for fancy dress. Fancy dress is encouraged but tinsel is not permitted. Entry fees, closing date and age limits are specified in the event information; no on-the-day entries are accepted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
