The Jon Ward Hereford 5K
The Couriers are pleased to announce the return of the Jon Ward 5k race, for the third year the event will take place on the cycle track at Hereford Leisure Centre, the surface is smooth and flat,...
Enter now- Sun 16 Aug 2026
10:00
Age 18 & over
£19-£21
- 5 km road running
Event overview
5 laps will get you that 5k PB! the race will be chip timed & suitable for runners of all abilities, the route will be fully marked out and marshalled & we’ve even got a medal for all finishers. This race is held in memory of ex-Hereford Courier Jon Ward who sadly passed away in June 2020. All profits from the race will be donated to charity in memory of Jon. Jon was a decorated runner, competing across every distance from 5k to Ultra Running. He was a proud member of the 100 Marathon Club and many locally knew him well, Jon was a Courier from 2010 – 2017. Number collection will be on the day, head to race HQ and allow plenty of time to collect your number before 9.30am. Everyone is welcome.
Event details
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- Families
- Virtual option
Route
- Distance markers
- Flat
- Marshals
- Multiple laps
- PB
- Traffic free
Location
- Paid parking
What's included
- Chip timing
- Medal