Bushy Christmas 10k & 5k

Next Race: 23/11/2025

Bushy Park, London, KT8 9BZ

 

Irresistible festive fun and racing joy at Bushy Park!

This is a Nice Work race
This means that it is an original Nice Work race, fully hosted and organised by us.

Event Overview:
Taking place within the iconic surroundings of Bushy Park which is the perfect setting for a fast, flat and traffic-free Sunday morning 10k. If you are new to running or prefer a shorter race then the 5k is an ideal choice.  You will pass around various sections of the park alongside the Hampton Wick Royal Cricket Club and the Oval Plantation whilst taking in the mixture of scenic woods and lakes. You may even be lucky enough to spot one of the many roaming herds of Red or Fallow Deer that have been known to watch the start of the race on a few occasions!  The course covers the tracks, trails and footpaths within the park and is suitable for runners of all abilities.  Beginners are always very welcome.

Course Overview:
The Bushy 10k course is a two lap route covering the paths and trails within the boundaries of Bushy Park. The route is mostly flat and covers a selection of hard track, tarmac, and a small section on grass. The course has been measured using GPS but, because of its multi-terrain nature, it cannot carry a certificate of course accuracy. 


Our charity... The Kingston Hospital Charity:
Kingston Hospital Charity strives to improve the quality of care and the experience for everyone who comes to Kingston Hospital or uses the services provided across the community. They want your local NHS to be the best it can be for patients, families and staff by creating top-quality facilities, driving innovation and research, and enhancing patient and staff wellbeing. Everything the hospital can achieve is because of the support of grateful patients and their families, philanthropists, charitable trusts, businesses and community groups. Help them to achieve amazing things and provide invaluable care to the local community.
Find out more at... 
https://www.khc.org.uk/
Donate or fundraise on their behalf for this event at... https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/bushyxmas2024


Route Map:
You can view the route map here.
You'll be able to download the route in different formats including GPX.


Available Races/Distances:
10K race / 5K race

Prizes:
Bespoke medal for all finishers.
Trophy with e-certificate & £5 voucher prize for 1st, 2nd & 3rd male & female winners (both distances)
E-certificate and £5 voucher prize for 1st male & female age group categories (10k only)
E-certificate and £5 voucher prize for 1st male junior & female junior (both distances)
Team prizes on offer! - First male and female team - 3 to score and must be in club kit (10k only)
Dress to impress Santa with a special prize to the best dressed runner!

On-the-day Entry Fees (subject to availability only):
10K race: £30.00
5K race: £25.00

Previous Reviews:
Don't take our word for it! Find out what our runners say about Bushy Christmas 10K & 5k
You can view previous reviews...
 here!
Current reviews can be viewed... here!

Event information will be sent to all registered entrants prior to race-day.

Location

Directions

By Bike or on foot:
The park is easily accessible by both foot and cycle. You can leave your bicycles with us at the race registration area whilst you run.

By Car:
There is a car park close to the start and adjacent to the Diana Fountain. Remember that the car park is shared with other park users, so you're advised to arrive as early as you can. Signage will direct you from the Park's car park to the race registration/start area.
There are disabled parking spaces located closer to the start line and if you require the use of one of these parking spaces, please email us and we can send you the details. There is strictly no parking on any grassland or roads within the park. For those using a Sat Nav the postcode for the event is KT8 9BZ.

By Bus:
The following buses that travel to Bushy Park

  • 111 Kingston - Heathrow
  • 216 Kingston - Staines
  • 411 Kingston - West Molsey
  • 465 Sandy Lane - Fulwell
  • X26 Express service Heathrow - Croydon
  • R68 Hampton Court – Richmond

The buses either stop on Hampton Court Road, where Hampton Court Gate is the closest gate, or Sandy Lane, where Teddington Gate is closest. The closest gate to the event is Hampton Court Gate.

By Train:
There are three stations surrounding the park - Hampton Court, Hampton Wick and Teddington - and are all accessible by travelling from London Waterloo. The best station for the event is Hampton Court and it is then a 10 minute walk to the event via Hampton Court Gate. 

 

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