Newbury Racecourse 5k, 10k or Half Marathon 2026

Choose your distance - 5k, 10k or half marathon and take on this challenge whilst supporting autistic young people with complex needs.

Fundraising target - £150
Cost to enter - £20 (plus booking fee)

10k

Fundraising target - £250
Cost to enter - £25 (plus booking fee)

Half Marathon

Fundraising target - £400
Cost to enter - £30 (plus booking fee)

Click below to access the official registration page to sign-up and for more information.

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Timings for the day are TBC.

By signing up to take part in this event, you are agreeing to the Prior's Court Challenge Event Participators terms and conditions which can be read here - https://www.priorscourt.org.uk/priors-court-challenge-event-terms-conditions you will also be sent a copy of these once signed up.

For any questions, contact fundraising at [email protected] or 01635 247202.

Please note, travel arrangements and costs will need to be arranged and covered by each individual taking part.

Event details

Where

Newbury Racecourse, Newbury, RG14 7PN

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When

Start: 9^th August, 2026 at 12:00am

End: 9^th August, 2026 at 12:00am

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