The 13th Kirste 5 [ self-navigational trail ] Memorial Race 2026

This is a self-navigational trail race, starting and finishing at

Hockley Woods, Hockley, Essex.

Due to the nature of the course, race entries will be limited

Entries on the day if race not full.

Raced under UKA Rules

UKA Race Licence 2026 - Event Licence #

Commemorative Medal to All Finishers.

RACE NUMBERS TO BE COLLECTED ON THE MORNING OF THE RACE --

• FINAL RUNNERS INFO -

https://thekirste5memorialrace.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/the_kirste5_runners_info_2025.pdf

All profits from this race will be donated equally between Macmillan Cancer Support, and Southend Hospital Breast Cancer Unit.

I am sure Kirste would have welcomed pink attire.

The issuing and acceptance of a Race Number confirms entrants have read and understood the following, and agree to adhere to the following Terms/Conditions/FAQ’s.

From the moment we begin to organise an event, we start to incur costs. Your entry fee is invested into the cost of staging the event – everything from barriers to toilets and first aid provision, from printing to safety pins, race numbers and medals. Organising any event requires a considerable amount of forward planning, risk and expense.
Therefore we are unable to offer refunds or defer entries.

Participating athletes agree that we may publish your Personal Information as part of the results of the Event and may pass such information to the governing body or any affiliated organisation for the purpose of insurance, licences or for publishing results either for the event alone or combined with or compared to other events. Results may include (but not be limited to) name, any club affiliation, race times, occupation and age category.

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

You must be 15 years old or above on the day of the race.

There is no age limit for the 1 mile fun run.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There is limited car parking in the Woods car-park. Once these are full we ask entrants to park SENSIBLY and WITH DUE CARE on surrounding streets. Please be aware of BUS ROUTES, and ensure your car does not block their access.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

https://thekirste5memorialrace.org/contact-page/

What's the refund policy?

In the unlikely event that The Kirste 5 Memorial event has to be cancelled, delayed or postponed due to circumstances outside of our control, such as extreme weather or instruction from Emergency Services, no refunds will be payable.

Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?

Entries and race numbers are not transferable to another participant within 1 week of the race date, or at the Race Directors discretion.

Can I register on the day?

Yes, if we have not sold out.

Please note that all race packs will be available to collect on the morning of the race.

Is there first aid?

First Aid cover is supplied.

Is there a fun run for kids?

Yes

– 1 mile course

Are there toilets at the start?

There are toilets (porta loos/urinals) at the start/finish area.

Is the course suitable for wheelchairs?

We feel that the course is not suitable for people wanting to bring wheelchairs or pushchairs.

Is the course suitable for Walkers, and Nordic Walking?

YES! We feel that the course is suitable for Walking, Nordic Walking. We have a slightly earlier start for our walkers, last year this was a 10:10am start.

Can I wear headphones?

If you want to, but we feel that may jeopardise your own safety and limit your enjoyment.

Entrants do so at their own risk.

Can I run with my dog?

UKA Rules stipulate not, sorry.

Entrants acknowledge and agree that:

I should only undertake such an activity to a level which reflects my level of fitness;

I am responsible for monitoring my own physical condition prior to and during participation in the Event;

I agree that my participation in the Event is for recreational and/or charity fundraising purposes only and I will not participate in the Event for any commercial or business purpose.

The Event organiser will have no liability to the Participant for any loss of profit, loss of business, business interruption, or other loss of business opportunity.

• FINAL RUNNERS INFO -

https://thekirste5memorialrace.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/the_kirste5_runners_info_2025.pdf

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hockley Woods Car Park, B1013, Hockley, United Kingdom

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