2025 Blackrod Scarecrow 10k Race

Event Description

Due to Popular Demand… We’re Back!

THE 2025 BLACKROD SCARECROW 10K RACE

(10.2km APPROX)

Join us for a thrilling multi-terrain adventure.

Sunday 6th July 2025 - 09.00am

Proudly organised by BookitZone Events

ARC Licence No.: 25/0086

NEW FOR 2025:

Scarecrow Finishers Medal!

PLUS Goodie Bags for all finishers

£30 Cash for breaking the course records!

Course Preview

Get a ‘Runner’s Eye View’ of the course on our YouTube preview here.

Check out the full course preview video on YouTube.

Route Overview

Click the image below for a detailed route overview:

Explore the detailed route map on Relive.

GPX File: Available on the FAQ page (link below).

Race Overview

Lace up and experience a scenic route through Blackrod’s charming village and countryside.

Current Course Records:

• Men's: Jake Gosling (Unattached) - 00:37:04
• Women’s: Mel Walls (Unattached) - 00:43:50
• £30 Cash Reward for breaking course records

Date: Sunday, 6th July 2025
Race Start: 9:00 am SHARP
Start & Race HQ: Hilltops Sports & Social Club, 23 Hill Lane, Blackrod, Bolton. BL6 5JW

Prize Pool & Sponsorship

• £50 Sports shoes vouchers for top male and female finishers
• £30 voucher for 2nd, £20 voucher for 3rd places
• Afternoon tea for two at The Hawthorns
• Golf Driving Range Session at Chilli Dip Golf
• 1 Hour Free Sports Massage - Thrive Sports Massage (Blackrod)
• Free family lasagne from S & P Phillips Butchers
• Case of wine from Johns Premier Off-Licence
• £30 CASH for breaking the course records
• PLUS MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED

Thank you to all sponsors and prize donors—please support these fantastic businesses!

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

WARNING: Any runner using earphones, headphones, AirPods, or any other devices that may impair awareness of traffic or marshals' safety instructions WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.

PARKING:

• No parking is available at the venue. Please approach via the A6 Bypass and park facing uphill on the left side of Chorley Road (B5408).
• Refer to the parking map in the images section below.
• Do not double park, and ensure there is space for two buses to pass easily in opposite directions.
• Avoid parking in the village, especially on the race route, wherever possible.
• Car sharing is encouraged. Note: The walk from parking to Race HQ is approximately 10–15 minutes.

Join Us for a Race Like No Other!
Whether you’re seasoned or just starting, the Blackrod Scarecrow 10k offers a memorable challenge. Embrace the adventure and let the course inspire you.

Event Terms

Please enter me for the above event. I accept that the organiser will not be liable for any loss, damage, action, claim, cost or expenses which may arise in the consequence of my participation in or attendance to this event. I declare that I will not attend unless I am in good health on the day of the event and accept that I attend at my own risk. In the unlikely event of abandonment or cancellation, all or part of my entry fee may be retained for the management and administration of the event. No refunds allowed under any circumstances. Transfers are available. ** WARNING: ANYONE USING EARPHONES/HEADPHONES/AIRPODS OR ANY OTHER DEVICES LIKELY TO IMPAIR A RUNNERS AWARENESS OF TRAFFIC NOISE OR MARSHALS' SAFETY ADVICE - WILL BE DISQUALIFIED!!! **

Further information from the Organiser

You should collect your race pack/number/item at the venue on the day of the event. Please arrive in good time.