Beckenham holds three races that are open to the public each year. Places are limited so it is advisable to apply early to ensure your place. Our next race is the:
November 21st 2010 – Beckenham Charity Trail 10k
About the course:
The course is 10km, consisting of two circuits, around Beckenham Place Park. It is a challenging multi-terrain course, using footpaths through the woods and fields, with minimal tarmac. The tracks and paths are good, but runners should be prepared for tree roots and uneven surfaces. There are three hills on the course. There are also likely to be some muddy and/or slippery patches on the way.The course will be marshalled at regular points, but this is a trail race, and runners are expected to follow signage, tape markings, and sawdust trails. Trail shoes should be appropriate, but road shoes should also be adequate except in the event of heavy rainfall beforehand. Spikes will not be required. There will be water available at 5km and also at the end of the race.
There are Changing Facilities, showers and toilets for men and ladies at the club.
All are welcome to stay for Prize-giving at Race HQ, shortly after the race is over. Also, all runners are welcome back to HQ for a complimentary cup of tea and a cake (while supplies last). The club bar will be open by 12 noon.
We shall post the results on the wall at Race HQ on the day and on our website www.beckenhamrunning.co.uk
You can enter on Runners World, or post an EntryForm to Alex Bartelle, Race Organiser, 35 Ridgewell Close, Sydenham, London SE26 5AP
The course starts a short walk away from race at HQ at Beckenham Cricket Club, Foxgrove Road, Beckenham, BR3 5AS which is conveniently located for good public transport links, with Beckenham Junction and New Beckenham stations, Beckenham tram stop, and 54 and 227 bus stops all close by:
Trophies will be awarded in the following categories:
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd man and lady
- 1st Vet O/40, O/50, O/60
- 1st Lady Vet O/35, O/45, O/55
- 1st Men’s Team, 1st Ladies Team (three to qualify)
For the latest news and past news click here
Beckenham Charity Trail Race 2009 Results
Team Relay
The team relay took place 12th May 2010. Thanks all for a big turn out on our unexpected new route.
13/5/10 – results updated to v1.1
Excel results 2010 relay v1.1
10km Road Race
Update 2010: thanks all for making our 10k. the results are posted on the 10k results pages >here<
Beckenham’s 10km road race will be held on Sunday 6th June 2010 at 10am. Please download the entry from here -> 10kmRoadRace2010ApplicationForm v1.0
Join us to run an undulating course of just under two laps, starting near our HQ and finishing in Beckenham Place Park, about a 10 minute walk back to the start through the park. (See map below.)
Beckenham 10k race route map
Beckenham 10k race route map
Our HQ is at Beckenham Cricket Club in Foxgrove Road, BR3 5AS and is conveniently located for good public transport links, with Beckenham Junction and New Beckenham stations, Beckenham tram stop, and 54 and 227 bus stops all close by.
- R.R.C. measured course
- Ample parking at race HQ and surrounding residential roads
- Changing facilities and toilets at race HQ
- Drinks stations
- Refreshments available at race HQ
- Memento to all finishers
Trophies will be awarded in the following categories:
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd man and lady
- 1st Vet O/40, O/50, O/60
- 1st Lady Vet O/35, O/45, O/55
- 1st Men’s Team, 1st Ladies Team (three to qualify)
Course records:
- Male 31:04, 1999 G Crowther.
- Female 34:32, 1991 G Stacey
map of how to get from finish line back to start
10km Trail Race
View jolly pictures of previous years’ races here: http://www.beckenhamrunning.co.uk/archive/becktrail.htm