Be part of the action and register for the Chorley 10K and 2K Family Run

The Chorley 10K and 2K Family Run event is set to return to the town centre on Sunday 3 May with hundreds already registered for this much-loved event organised by Chorley Council in conjunction with Fylde Coast Runners.

Sponsored by the Anderton Centre, part of the University of Greater Manchester group, the event, which has become a firm favourite for runners and families, starts and finishes in Chorley town centre taking runners through the picturesque Astley Park.

Deputy Leader of Chorley Council, Councillor Peter Wilson said “Whether you’re chasing a personal best, running for a cause close to your heart, setting yourself a challenge, or want to have a great time running with friends or family, register now for the Chorley 10K or 2K Family Run at checkoutchorley.com/chorley10K and be part of the action.

“There’s always an amazing atmosphere on race day, so even if you’re not running, come down, support the competitors and enjoy the day.”

Dr Greg Walker, Acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Greater Manchester, said: “The University of Greater Manchester Group is delighted to support the Chorley 10k and 2k family fun run.

"The University Group is committed to promoting health and wellbeing through our fantastic outdoor activity charity, the Anderton Centre, based in Anderton, Chorley, which offers a wide variety of exciting activities for people of all ages to get involved in.”

The Chorley 10K is a chip-timed race, with a two-lap course, starting at 10:30am, with minimum entry age being 15 years (on the day of the race). Entry fee is £25, or £23 if a UKA Club Runner. 

Runners must be aged 4 years and over (on the day of the race) to enter the 2K Family Run which starts at 9.30am. Entry fee for the 2K run is £6.50 per entrant. 

Competitors can run for fun or to raise money for their chosen charity should they wish. 

Those wishing to sign up can do so at checkoutchorley.com/chorley10k

All entrants will receive a unique medal at the finish line, and this year, event organisers are inviting people to get creative and enter a competition to design the medals for 2026 - find out more about the competition at checkoutchorley.com/designmedal

It’s not all about running. Spectators are encouraged to line the route to cheer the runners on, enjoy a variety of pre and post run entertainment starting at 9am in the town centre, plus the Wellbeing Village on Fazakerley Street packed with sports, fitness, health and wellbeing related organisations.

The 1498 Food and Drink area of Chorley’s covered market will also be open on race day for attendees to grab a bite to eat or drink, plus enjoy entertainment in the afternoon.

Businesses are encouraged to get involved in the event by providing offers for medal holders, which will be advertised ahead of the event, and can email events@chorley.gov.uk to express their interest.