Race 1 Northants 5K Series 2026
Sunday 26th April
Entries open 08:00 on 16th Feb
The races are all multi-terrain taking in some of Northamptonshire's beautiful parks and woodlands. Race 1 is a NEW VENUE for 2026. Located between Corby and Stamford. Fineshade Wood provides a picturesque setting and is bursting with opportunities to explore the great outdoors.
All finishers will receive one of our bespoke 5K Race medals - a different one to collect at each race. If you can't attend one of the races - why not complete it virtually and receive the medal in the post to complete the set - just make sure you are signed up to each race to be eligible!
Contact: events@northamptonshiresport.org
Entry Fees
Entry Fee: £15.00/£17.00
Booking Fee (non-refundable): £1.50
The lower fee is for runners that are affiliated to UKA
Booking Fee (non-refundable): £1.50
The lower fee is for runners that are affiliated to UKA
Race Information
Full Race Day Details will be emailed seven days before the event. If you haven't heard from us, in the first instance please check your junk mailbox. If still no email - contact events@northamptonshiresport.org
Location
Fineshade Wood - Top Lodge, Fineshade, Near Corby, Northamptonshire, NN17 3BB
Fineshade Wood - Top Lodge, Fineshade, Near Corby, Northamptonshire, NN17 3BB
Minimum Age
The popular 5km race distance is suitable for people of all running abilities aged 11 years and over. On race day, 11 and 12-year-olds must be accompanied around the course by an adult entrant.
The popular 5km race distance is suitable for people of all running abilities aged 11 years and over. On race day, 11 and 12-year-olds must be accompanied around the course by an adult entrant.
Car Parking
Fineshade Wood now operates ANPR (automatic number plate recognition). They are a cashless site. Payments can be made by card or device. Members park for free with their annual pass. Parking is more expensive than other 5K sites. Please try to car share to save money / space in the car park. Up to 1 hour = £3.80. Up to 2 hours = £6.50
Fineshade Wood now operates ANPR (automatic number plate recognition). They are a cashless site. Payments can be made by card or device. Members park for free with their annual pass. Parking is more expensive than other 5K sites. Please try to car share to save money / space in the car park. Up to 1 hour = £3.80. Up to 2 hours = £6.50
Routes (click to open)
Route Maps will be uploaded to the Northamptonshire Sport Event Hub before Race Day.
Route Maps will be uploaded to the Northamptonshire Sport Event Hub before Race Day.
Registration
Race Packs (whole race series) and Race Numbers to be collected on Race Day. Just head for the red Nsport Gazebo!
Race Packs (whole race series) and Race Numbers to be collected on Race Day. Just head for the red Nsport Gazebo!
Timing
Registration from 09:15. Race starts at 10:30.
Please note the first race of the Series is usually VERY busy behind registration as Whole Race Series packs are distributed. Please allow plenty of time to register.
Registration from 09:15. Race starts at 10:30.
Please note the first race of the Series is usually VERY busy behind registration as Whole Race Series packs are distributed. Please allow plenty of time to register.
First Aid
A mobile medical crew will be on standby throughout the event.
A mobile medical crew will be on standby throughout the event.
Toilets
Toilet facilities are available at Fineshade Wood in the historic courtyard
Toilet facilities are available at Fineshade Wood in the historic courtyard
Drinks & Refreshments
Please provide your own refreshments for the race. Grounds Coffee Shop will be open before/after the event for refreshments for you and your spectators.
Please provide your own refreshments for the race. Grounds Coffee Shop will be open before/after the event for refreshments for you and your spectators.
Refunds
Although we do have zero refund policy we do have provision for deferring your race entry to another of our races, if you do need to defer, please write to
events@northamptonshiresport.org with your reason for deferral and your preferred event. Please note: this MUST be done before the race bookings close.
Although we do have zero refund policy we do have provision for deferring your race entry to another of our races, if you do need to defer, please write to
events@northamptonshiresport.org with your reason for deferral and your preferred event. Please note: this MUST be done before the race bookings close.
