Sun 5 Oct 2025 Croydon, UK

Switchback 5

The Switchback 5 is a friendly 5-mile trail race organised by Striders of Croydon. Open to all abilities, from speedsters to walkers.

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  • Sun 5 Oct 2025
Sandilands Club, Croydon
Switchback 5

09:00

Age 15 & over

£12-£17

  • 5 miles trail running

Event overview

Come & join us appreciating the scenic Croydon trails in a welcoming & supportive race atmosphere. The route is marked & marshalled with a 1-hour 40-minute cut-off so is also suitable for walkers.

Event details

  • Average fitness
  • Event village
  • Newcomers
  • Spectators

Location

  • Bag storage
  • Changing facilities
  • Park
  • Toilets

Route

  • Cut off time
  • Distance markers
  • Marshals

Entries

  • Age 15 & over
  • Entries open
  • Enter on day
  • Enter online
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