A growing community favourite returns as the Big Green Scunthorpe 10K takes place on Sunday 17 May 2026 in Central Park, Scunthorpe, offering a 10K road race that blends local pride with a relaxed and inclusive race day feel. Now into its fourth year, the event continues to build momentum as one of the Midlands’ more distinctive spring races.

The course is entirely on road and designed to be both runner friendly and spectator focused, looping through accessible sections that allow support to build throughout the race. With a relatively flat profile and open layout, it offers good conditions for steady pacing and consistent running across the full distance.

Positioning itself as more than just a race, the event has quickly developed a reputation for its strong community backing and local involvement. Participation has grown year on year, with organisers aiming to welcome over a thousand runners in 2026 as it continues to expand its reach.

Entries are open with capacity set around 1000 runners, and pricing structured to remain accessible. The late morning 11:00 start adds to the relaxed feel of the day, while the Central Park base creates a simple and easy setup for both runners and spectators.

It is built around enjoyment as much as performance, with strong crowd support, a welcoming atmosphere, and small touches that make it feel different from standard races. It suits those looking for a social race experience just as much as those aiming for a solid run, making it a great fit for a wide range of runners across the Midlands.

Entries are available now via Etchrock

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