Darlington 10k
Darlington 10k will be held on Sunday 3 August 2025. Find all the information you need below, including road closure details at the bottom of the page.
Details of how you can enter the Fun Run, 3k run & the 10k run:
Darlington 10km – info coming soon
Junior 3km Run - info coming soon
Family Fun Run - info coming soon
Runners information - before the run
Will you send me information in advance?
Once you have entered, we will send you by post your race number & timing chip. If you have entered before, including and up until midnight of the Sunday 6 July, your race pack has been sent out, you should receive it by Monday 31 July. For those of you entered after this date, you will need to collect race pack from the HQ. Those competitors will be informed of the dates and times of collections. For the remainder who can’t collect prior, you will need to pick up from the race desk on the day of run.
What is in your race pack?
You will receive the following items:
- Race number
- Timing chip (attached to number)
What is my race number and timing chip?
Attach your race number to the front of your vest and please do not fold, cut or mutilate it in any way. The timing tag (chip) is attached to the back of the race number, so do not remove it.
Do not fold any part of the tag as this may cause it to stop working. Do not put any pins through the tag.
You must wear the number on the front of your torso pinned in all four corners, it needs to be clearly visible.
The tag is detected when you cross the mats at both the start and the finish. Do not run around outside of the mat area or your time will not be recorded. The tags are disposable, so you do not have to return them if you do not take part.
Please also fill in the personal details section on the rear of your race number. This greatly assists the medical staff, should you require first aid or medical treatment.
Why haven’t I received my entry pack?
If you entered on Friday 18 July onwards, you need to collect your race pack from the HQ prior, (dates and times to be confirmed closer to race date) or on event day from the race desk. Please arrive one hour before the race to allow yourself time to collect and prepare for the run.
If you entered prior to the 18 July and not received your race pack by 31 July, contact eventsteam@darlington.gov.uk
Prizes
Prizes are:
MEN’S AND WOMEN’S PRIZES
1st prize of £600.00, 2nd prize of £350.00, 3rd prize of, £225.00, 4th prize of £50.00, 5th prize of £30.00, 6th prize of £20.00
MEN’S AND WOMEN’S TEAM PRIZES
(First 3 to count) 1st 3 prizes of £30.00, 2nd 3 prizes of £20.00, 3rd 3 prizes of £15.00
VETERAN PRIZES
(Over 40 to over 80 for men and over 40 to over 80 for women). For the 1st and 2nd in each 5 year age category. Value £20 and £15 each respectively (not otherwise a prize winner).
YOUNG ATHLETES CATEGORY
There will be a young athletes category in the 10km and a trophy plate will be awarded to the 1st boy and girl. Young athletes aged between 15 and 17 will be eligible.
An additional £150 in prize money is on offer for winning the race and setting a new 10km course record.
JUNIOR 3K
For the Junior 3K, there are 1st, 2nd, 3rd medals for boy/girl categories.
9 year old, 10 – 11 year old, 12 – 13 year old, 14 year old.
Is there somewhere I can park my car?
Please note that Abbots Yard and East Row car parks will not be available.
Charges apply Monday to Sunday in all council car parks and on street pay and display locations, please refer to machine/board for tariffs before getting a ticket.
For more information please visit https://www.darlington.gov.uk/transport-and-streets/car-parking/car-parking-information/
If I forget my race number?
Please go to the RACE DESK located in the Market Square. One of the team will check your entry and issue you with an alternative race number. There will be a £5 (cash) charge for new timing chip replacement.
I have moved house, what can I do?
Contact your old address to get it. Otherwise, contact eventsteam@darlington.gov.uk or visit the race desk on the day. There will be a £5 (cash) charge for new timing chip replacement.
Is there somewhere I can leave my luggage?
There will be a room available in the Dolphin Centre for luggage. Follow the signage directing you to the room.
Are there any toilets?
We have portable toilets in the Market Square vicinity. There are additional toilets available at the Indoor Market Hall on East Row, adjacent to the market square and the Dolphin Centre.
What time does the race start?
Subject to change – please keep an eye on the website and event emails in the run up to event day.
Fun Run – TBC
Junior 3k – TBC
10K - TBC
Will there be any distancing at the start?
We plan to set you off in waves. You will receive an email at least 4 days leading up to the run to confirm your allocated area and further detail.
Does the course go on any public roads with traffic?
Yes, the course is on public roads, however there are important changes to the run. The course is entirely on closed roads.
Please note:
- You must keep to the left side of the carriageway (road) to allow blue light emergency vehicles to pass.
- Blue light emergency vehicles access takes priority over the run.
- On the 2nd lap you’ll be instructed to go onto the right side of the carriageway (road) on Coniscliffe Road only.
- There is a new cycle lane on a section of Woodlands Road with a lip curb. Runners are asked to take caution along this section as you come off Stanhope Road.
- Do not go onto the cycle path at any point.
How will I know which way to go?
There will be course signage and marshals at all key junctions to ensure you remain on course.
Will there be any other activities available?
There will be music on stage after the presentation.
Will there be any refreshments?
There are water bottles available at our designated water station out on route and the finish line.
Do I get a medal or a t-shirt?
This year, you’ll receive a t-shirt only. You need to collect your t-shirt at the end of your run from the Market Square.
Can I wear headphones?
Legislation and guidance has changed recently. Once we have fully reviewed and are clear on our decision, we will update you all.
Is there any food or drink?
Yes to both! We have our local establishments around the Market Square hub and town centre.
I’m injured/can’t run, what should I do?
We are sorry you are missing out on the event due to injury. Please contact eventsteam@darlington.gov.uk
You can transfer your race number to someone by going to the site where you registered. https://theentrypoint.co.uk/events/the-darlington-10k-2025-Ewo3XeyD8EODLVW There, you can find instructions on how to transfer correctly.
DO NOT JUST PASS YOUR RACE NUMBER on to anyone else, it potentially puts them at a medical risk, we have no medical information or emergency contact details for them. The entry fee is non-transferable and non-refundable, however there could be the possibility of deferring.
I need to collect my race number on the day, where do I collect it from?
You must collect your race number from Race Information at least 1 hour before the start of the race. Race desk located in the market square.
Can I run with my dog beside me or with a run buggy?
No, we don’t allow pets or run buggies.
Do you have first aid at the event?
We have full comprehensive medical cover for this event. First Aid responders are along the route. Marshals will be on the course looking for signs of anyone in distress. If you are requested to stop, please do so, it is in your own interest. If you come across anyone injured or in distress, please report it to the nearest marshal. First Aid staff on the route are in contact with both Ambulance personnel and Race Doctors who are located in the centre of town and out on the race route.
What is the participants’ code of conduct regarding COVID-19?
Should you report or demonstrate any such symptoms, you must follow NHS and PHE guidance.
Guidance states you should:
- try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people for 5 days
- avoid meeting people at higher risk from COVID-19 for 10 days, especially if their immune system means they’re at higher risk of serious illness from COVID-19, even if they’ve had a COVID-19 vaccine. This starts from the day after you did the test.
Therefore we ask you not to run if this relates to you.