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Oundle New Year 10k & 5k
Next Race: 04/01/2026
Oundle Primary School, Cotterstock Lane, Oundle, Northamptonshire, PE8 5HA
Kick start your New Year resolutions with our very first race of the year... The Oundle New Year 10k & 5k!
Sunday 4 January, 10:00
Oundle, Northamptonshire
10k, 5k
Tarmac, Country Roads & Lanes, Undulating
Overview
Ideal for anyone new to running or a regular to our races looking to get the New Year off to a flying start, the Oundle New Year 10k & 5k is the perfect way to welcome in 2026. The route is all on tarmac and takes runners through some stunning Northamptonshire countryside in the crisp winter air as it explores the quiet, country lanes around Oundle. Give 2026 a magic start surrounded by a wonderful community of supportive running folk with the same goal. You'll be in for a treat.
We are incredibly grateful to Oundle Primary School for their assistance in staging this race.
Route Information
A scenic and gently undulating course along wide, quiet country lanes.
10k: Two laps / 5k: One lap.
View and download detailed route maps (including GPX files):
Race Highlights
• Beautiful countryside views
• Great way to kick start the New Year
• Friendly atmosphere
• Accurately measured course
• Tarmac throughout with wide, country lanes
What’s Included
• Bespoke medal
• Free photographs
• Trophies & prizes for leading runners
On-the-Day Entry Fee (subject to availability)
• 10k: £30
• 5k: £25
Event information will be sent out to all registered entrants prior to race day
Location
Directions
Race HQ: Oundle Primary School, Cotterstock Lane, Oundle, Northamptonshire, PE8 5HA
By Car:
Oundle is a historic market town, situated around 12 miles from Peterborough, the race will be most easily accessed by car. There is strictly NO parking at the school or it's driveway. Please park on the local roads and adhere to any current parking restrictions that may be in place.
By Train:
The closest railway station is Corby, which is served by regular trains to and from Kettering. However, you will need to get a taxi or cycle to the event as it is 9 miles to the race start.
