05/09/2026
🏃♀️ Tomorrow is the Lawley 5K Fun Run! 🎉
Lawley and Overdale Parish Council, Lawley Running Club and BVT in Lawley Village are looking forward to welcoming you to the Lawley 5K Fun Run tomorrow!
📅 Saturday 5 September 2026
🕐 Race Start: 1pm
📍 Distance: 5K
If you're no longer able to take part, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your place to someone on our waiting list and raise even more money for our chosen charity, Severn Hospice.
Please take a moment to read the important information below before you arrive.
🚗 Parking and Travel
🚶♀️ Please walk (or run!) to registration if possible.
✅ Parking is available in the community car park at Morrisons, opposite the finish line.
❌ Please do not park in The Grazing Cow car park unless you are using the pub after the event.
🚙 Please car share where possible.
🙏 We kindly ask all participants and spectators to be respectful of local residents and not park on roads or pavements throughout the route and nearby roads.
🗺️ Course Information
The course follows paths and roads around Lawley Village.
⚠️ There are no official road closures, so please use pavements where possible and follow all marshal instructions. Marshals will be positioned around the course to direct runners and assist with traffic movements.
📍 Course Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1OLYnG28osojaomgljCqbZfFBOxHT0rUv&ll=52.68453668115721%2C-2.4806894742532704&z=16
🎽 Race Registration
📍 Race HQ will be located next to the War Memorial, near the finish area.
🕚 Race numbers can be collected from 11am onwards.
Please remember:
✔️ Complete the information on the back of your race number before attaching it to your clothing.
✔️ Pin your race number securely to the front of your clothing and ensure it remains visible at all times.
✔️ Timing chips will be issued at registration and must be attached to your hip using a safety pin (pins will be available on the day).
✔️ Timing chips must be returned after crossing the finish line.
📸 If you do not wish to appear in photographs, please make a member of the event team aware, as photographs will be taken throughout the event.
💪 Training and Preparation
Please ensure you have trained responsibly for the event and are fit and well to take part.
⛑️ First aid will be available throughout the event should any emergencies arise.
🧳 Baggage Drop
🎒 Baggage can be stored at Race HQ. Please note that belongings are left at your own risk and organisers can not accept responsibility for valuables.
🚻 Facilities
🚽 Toilets will be available near the finish area.
🚿 Please note there are no shower facilities available.
🤸 Pre-Race Activities
💆♀️ Pre- and post-race sports massages will be available from Reform Physio.
🏋️ Join us for a short warm-up session on the grassed area near the War Memorial, led by Anytime Fitness.
📢 Race Assembly
🏃♀️ Runners should assemble near the finish area before being guided to the start line on Davenham Walk.
🏃 During the Run
✅ Follow all marshal instructions.
✅ Keep your race number visible at all times.
✅ Speak to the nearest marshal immediately if you feel unwell.
🏅 At the Finish
After crossing the finish line:
✅ Follow marshal instructions to help keep the finish area clear.
✅ Collect your medal, water and goody bag.
✅ Return your timing chip in the collection bucket.
📸 Share your photos and experiences on our page. We'd love to see your memories from the day!
💚 Supporting Severn Hospice
Representatives from Severn Hospice will be with us throughout the event.
👋 Please stop by and say hello, and learn more about the incredible work they do within our community.
💷 Donation buckets will be available at the feeding station and near the finish line if you would like to make an additional contribution.
🎉 Most importantly, have fun, stay safe and enjoy the day! We can't wait to see you all on the start line tomorrow. 🏃♀️
