The Pendle Witches 10km is a pretty fast route but this race has a tough 1/4mile finish up to the Castle!

Race HQ is actually hosted between the Royal Kings Arms Hotel and the Lancaster Castle but numbers are collected from the hotel and you finish in the Castle!

The route will be rural taking in the Luneside countryside and will be relatively flat so suitable for new runners and pb hunters! 

Course Information

Mainly flat course but with an uphill finish.  The route follows the Quayside before heading out onto the network of paths in an out & back style route.

10km route

Race Information

When is the race in 2019?

The 2019 race is 17th November 

Race start time 11am

Where is the race start?

The race start is five minutes away from the race HQ and finishes at the Lancaster Castle, Castle Parade, LA1 1YJ. 

The Royal Kings Arms Hotel is the Race HQ, 75 Market St. Lancaster, LA1 1JG. There is no parking at this hotel. 

PRE-ENTRIES - NUMBERS COLLECTED ON THE DAY!

Please do not expect Car Parking at the Castle! Please use the links below for local pay & display car parking.

Do you accept entries on the day?

Yes, inside the race HQ. Unless capacity has been reached. 

PRE-ENTRIES - NUMBERS COLLECTED ON THE DAY!

Where can I park?

Parking around the Castle itself is P&D but Lancaster has a number of car parks that are within a 10minute walk. Please follow the carpark link to work out the best carpark for your pre-race preparation.

Where can I stay in Lancaster?

Lancaster has a number of hotels and B&B’s in the centre and outskirts of the city. Please contact us for more information with your requirements and we’ll do our best to match you to appropriate accommodation.

What is the race route?
The race takes in some scenic Lancaster Lune Valley countryside and route maps can be found on www.lancaster-race-series.co.uk

The courses are fast but is undulating in parts and the majority of the route is traffic free.

What are the rules for the event?

This race has been measured and certified permitted under UKA Rules.

How far apart are the drinks stations?
The drinks stations will be 2.5 to 3 miles apart and will have cupped water.

What else will be available on the course?

A number of marshals and community groups will be on the course providing runners with jelly babies and Vaseline if required!

Will there be start zones?
No

Will there be mile or km markers?
There will be mile markers, every mile.

How old do I need to be to run?

To enter the 10km, you must be 15 or over on race day.

Where can I find my race info?

If you live in the UK and entered by post, this race info will be posted out to you explaining the details for race day. If you entered online your information will be sent to the email stated in the online application. Please check your spam as sometimes emails go into this folder instead of standard email inboxes.

Numbers are to be collected on the day of the race.

How do I get my race number?

You can collect your number on the day at the race HQ.

I can't run - What is your refund policy? Can I transfer my number?

Unfortunately, there is a no refund policy and we are now unable to transfer numbers.

What if I am ill, injured or unfit before the race?
We recommend that you do not run if you feel ill, injured or have not trained for this event. If in doubt, consult your doctor.

Can I run in Fancy Dress?
Yes, we welcome runners in fancy dress. Please take care with your choice of fancy dress as roads and cycleways are NOT closed to the public.

Can I wear an iPod or music player?
It is not recommended. For your own safety you need to be aware of what is around you, and to be able to take instructions from marshals.

Is there a baggage store? 

There will be a space in the Royal Kings Arms. This is an unmanned area and we suggest not leaving valuables in bags. 

Where are the toilets?
There are a number of toilets around the Castle ground but due to the nature of the venue, there are no additional change facilities. 



What food and drink will be available?

There will be food and drink available within the NICE Cafe.

When will the results be available?
Results will be posted online soon after the race on www.lancaster-race-series.co.uk