Compton 10k
FAQs

• Please enter via England Athletics

£25 (£23 for club/affiliated runners).  The price remains the same in previous years.

The event is organised by volunteers and all profits will go to Compton School Parents, Teachers and Friends Association (Registered Charity 297871) to support Compton All Saint’s C of E Primary School with equipment, resources and extra-curricular activities.

• Compton Street (Glebe Field, opposite Compton All Saints’ Church), Compton, Winchester, SO21 2AS.
  

• The race start is 11.00am. We recommend you aim to be on site at least 1 hour before the start time. It is approximately 15 minutes walk from the car park, and there will be queues for toilets so allow yourself plenty of time.
  
  There will be a briefing for all runners at 10.40am followed by a warm up led by Fitstate.
  
  Run Walk Sport and other local businesses will have stalls and will be available help with running queries and advice.
  
  Race day information will be sent to runners closer to the event.

• FREE car parking is available in areas 1, 2, 7, 8 of South Winchester Park and Ride. It is approximately 15 mins walk from the car park to the race start/ finish and Compton All Saint’s Primary School. Please note there will be no public car parking onsite.  
  
  Whilst these arrangements have been made, should for any reason the Park and Ride car park be locked when you arrive, permission has been granted for cars to enter via the bus entrance on Otterbourne Road.
  
  South Winchester Park and Ride is located next to J11 of theM3 . Postcode: SO21 2FG

• Yes. The race start will be a 2 minute walk from the Compton Street bus stop, on the Bluestar No 1 bus between Winchester and Southampton. For timetables visit: https://www.bluestarbus.co.uk/services/BLUS/1
  
  The race start is also a 15 minute walk from Shawford station. Train information can be found here: https://www.southwesternrailway.com/

• Compton Street will be closed to traffic. The race is multi-terrain. Please be aware that there may be parts where members of the public will have access to the route. Please note that footpaths will not be closed.
  

• Compton Street will be closed when the race starts. Details will be communicated soon and all affected residents will be notified.
  
  Emergency vehicles will have access at all times.
  

• Sorry, no dogs are allowed at this event. Dogs are not permitted on the school grounds (with the exception of registered assistance dogs).

• Unfortunately not. As a multi-terrain event, the route is not suitable for buggies. Children and babies are welcome to watch the race and there will be plenty of activities and refreshments available at the fete for all ages.

• Yes. Prizes have been kindly donated by Run Walk Sport.

• Please email compton10k@compton.hants.sch.uk

• We have lots of roles available for individuals and groups. Please email compton10k@compton.hants.sch.uk for more information.

• Yes. There will be event toilets in the field near the start and finish area. Please be aware there may be queues for these and allow yourself plenty of time before the race starts.

• Yes. There will be a bag drop in the start/ finish area.

• The minimum age is 16 years (age on the day of the event).

• Run numbers will be available in advance from Run Walk Sport (Winchester). Details for collection will be sent closer to the time.
  
  It will be possible for another runner to collect your pack for you.
  
  It will also be possible to collect numbers on the day, please allow time for queues on the day.
  
  We are a small team of volunteers with all profits going to charity and we are unable to send run numbers in numbers by post.
  
  Run Walk Sport, 92 Oliver's Battery Road South, Winchester, SO22 4EZ.

• Yes. Where possible, please collect your pack in advance. This will avoid queues on the race day.
  
  Packs are not being posted due to the cost involved.

• Race Rules (UKA) do not allow the use of earphones and you may be disqualified if you run with them. We highly recommend that you do not use them so that you can hear marshal directions and for the safety of you and others around you.

• Yes. Emergency first aid will be provided by GWP Medical.  Please ensure that you have updated your medical information on registration. Please contact us in advance if there is something we need to be aware of. If you are injured, you should seek professional advice before taking part in the event.

• There will be one water station. Please note that supply may be limited and you should be prepared to carry your own water if you feel you will need it, or if the weather is exceptionally hot.
  
  Water will be available at the finish. To reduce waste, please bring your own bottle to refill.

• No. There will be toilets in the start/ finish area but there are no facilities along the route.

• No. Only advance entries are possible. There are only 350 spaces and we anticipate that the event will sell out.

• Yes. The event is chip-timed. This year the timing chip will be incorporated in your race number. If you have collected your race pack in advance, remember to bring your race number with you!

• Yes. All finishers will receive a wooden finisher's medal.
  
  The wooden medals are made in the UK from sustainably sourced wood.

• We are not giving away a t-shirt to all runners due to the costs involved as we're a small event. We are considering options for future years.

• Absolutely! Spectators are welcome in the start/ finish area and along the route. Please listen to marshals and ensure you do not obstruct the course, especially where it is narrow.
  
  There will be refreshments available for spectators to purchase at the fete, taking place opposite the start/ finish area at the school.
  The fete will start at 11.30am and there will be a BBQ, Licensed Bar, Tea and Coffee stall as well as inflatables, entertainment, games, activities and stalls.
  
  Please note that no dogs are permitted in the school grounds. Smoking and vaping are not permitted in the school grounds.  

• Results will be available  once the race has finished. The link will also be sent by email to runners and shared on our social media pages.
  
  The 2024 results page is: https://results.racetimingsolutions.co.uk/results.aspx?CId=16269&RId=1815
  
  If you view the results on a mobile, you may need to rotate your device to see them.  
  
  Please ensure your contact details are up to date and that you have opted in to communication so that you receive the email.  

• Local photographer Sam Gavins will be taking photos in the start/ finish area. These will be available to view after the race and details will be sent with a link after the race. We encourage you to take your own photos and share them with us on social media, using #Compton10k