The Durham City Run Festival is an annual multi-day running event held in the historic city of Durham, designed to celebrate running and promote wellbeing for all ages and abilities. Founded by Olympian Steve Cram, the festival features 5K and 10K races that weave through Durham's iconic landmarks, culminating in a spectacular finish at the World Heritage Site near Durham Cathedral. In addition to these competitive events, it includes "Paula's Families on Track," a popular family-friendly relay that sees teams complete a total distance of 10km, encouraging teamwork and fun for all participants. This vibrant festival has grown into a significant grassroots sporting event in the North East, drawing thousands of runners and spectators each year.
Races
10 km
5 km
Race Date:
17 July, 2025
The Durham City 10K is a popular road race held annually in the historic city of Durham, forming a key part of the wider Durham City Run Festival. Runners navigate a picturesque and challenging 10-kilometer course, culminating in a memorable finish at the iconic World Heritage Site near Durham Cathedral.
Weather based on historical averages.
FAQs
What is the Durham City 10K?
How long is the Durham City 10K?
Where does the Durham City 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Durham City 10K?
How can I prepare for the Durham City 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Durham City 10K?
The Durham City 10K is a popular road race held annually in the historic city of Durham, forming a key part of the wider Durham City Run Festival. Runners navigate a picturesque and challenging 10-kilometer course, culminating in a memorable finish at the iconic World Heritage Site near Durham Cathedral.
The Durham City 10K is 10km long.
The Durham City 10K takes place in Durham City, County Durham, United Kingdom.
Runna classifies the Durham City 10K elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Durham City 10K?
The Durham City 10K is a popular road race held annually in the historic city of Durham, forming a key part of the wider Durham City Run Festival. Runners navigate a picturesque and challenging 10-kilometer course, culminating in a memorable finish at the iconic World Heritage Site near Durham Cathedral.
How long is the Durham City 10K?
The Durham City 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Durham City 10K take place?
The Durham City 10K takes place in Durham City, County Durham, United Kingdom.
What is the elevation gain of the Durham City 10K?
Runna classifies the Durham City 10K elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Durham City 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Durham City 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Nature
Kid friendly
Night Run
Fun Run
