- Sun 15 Mar 2026
5K
10:00
Age 11 & over
£16-£18
- 5 km road running + 46 ft ascent
Event overview
The Debden 10K/5K is being held alongside the Essex 20 at Debden Airfield.
No matter whether you are looking to bust your PB, or simply want a low-stress event on a traffic-free circuit, this is the event for you!
Experience the thrill of running at this disused airfield in Debden. A fast, flat, tarmac course with no sharp corners awaits you and the surrounding tree cover makes for relatively still conditions on most days.
Debden offers a unique 5K and 10K course that is flat and fast, offering a unique and spacious running experience. This route is ideal for all runners and is shaped like a plane! No matter whether you are looking to bust your PB, or simply want a low-stress event on a traffic-free circuit, this is the event for you! Join us for this memorable run and be part of an event that’s as exciting as it is accessible!
Bring your friends and family along to cheer you on – the atmosphere will be buzzing with excitement, and our friendly marshals will be on hand to support you every step of the way.
Highlights
- Fast and flat course
- Supportive marshals
- Custom designed medal
- Free event photos
- Finish line snacks and goodies
This event is part of ATW Debden 10K and 5K.
Event photos
Event details
- All fitness levels
- Event village
- Families
- Newcomers
- Paid parking
Event HQ
Carver Barracks
Elder Street
Saffron Walden
Essex
CB10 2YB
UK
Paid parking
Ample parking is available at the venue for a £3 parking fee.
- Bone conducting headphones only
- Flat
- Marshals
- No headphones
- PB
- Traffic free
- GPX available
GPX route
The route is displayed on the map above.
Overview
This disused airfield has a fast, flat, tarmac course with no sharp corners, and the surrounding tree cover makes for relatively still conditions on most days.
Map
- Bring your own cup
- Recycling
- Sustainability policy
Here are the ways this event cares for the environment:
Summary
- Recycling bins
- Recycling gets separated from general waste
- Finish line water bottles made from recycled material
- Refill taps are provided so participants can bring their own bottle and fill up during the event
- The choice of paper cups at water stations
- Signage including course marking attached with reusable garden wire instead of plastic cable ties
- 'Dynamic bib assignment’ removes the need for envelopes, sticker labels and excess waste
- Bike racking is provided to promote cycling to the events
- Goody bag
- Medal
- Post-race meal
- Race photo
- Snacks
Included
- Custom designed medal
- Free event photos
- Finish line snacks and goodies
Optional extras
- ICS Band £22.94
- Personalised medal insert
- Age 11 & over
- Entries open
- Enter online
Entry fees
Early bird entry fee
£16.00
Early bird entry fee
£18.00
A really great event. I used it as prep for an upcoming marathon and it was perfect for this, but also a great race in its own right. Having 5 laps made it great for pacing and it’s nearly completely flat so a fast course. Water (in paper cups) and gels every lap. Really well Marshalled. There were some fast guys and girls due to it being inter county championships, but it’s such a friendly event and suitable for all. Nick C
Great music around the course. Sandra W
I thought that this event was very well organised. The atmosphere was really friendly and positive. The course was well marshalled and the parking was good. Darren B
Great event. Well organised. Shame about the weather. Kathy M
Great event, perfect for targeting a PB, flat and traffic-free as it’s on an airfield. Very well run! I would highly recommend and will probably sign up again next year. Many thanks to the organisers. Trevor H
Well organised and safe environment for racing. Not the most scenic but flat and fast, if a little rough underfoot occasionally. Steve H
Good well organised event. Will be back next year. Richard B
Reviews thanks to RaceCheck
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10K
10:00
Age 16 & over
£25-£27
- 10 km road running + 46 ft ascent