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Craigavon Lake Run 2025

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Athletes, fun runners and active families are getting ready to lace up their running shoes for the annual Craigavon Lake 1K, 5K and 10K run on Wednesday  25 June 2025!

Starting off at South Lake Leisure Centre and incorporating the idyllic Craigavon Lakes, participants can take on the 1K family fun run, 5K, 10K or 10K wheelchair races!

Sponsored by Rushmere Shopping Centre, McKeever Sports, Lidl, Tesco, Eurospar and organised by ABC Council, the start line will be located at the back gate of Craigavon Civic and Conference Centre leading onto Craigavon Lakes path with the finish line in front of the Craigavon Lakes slip way – leading towards South Lake Leisure Centre car park.

Craigavon Lake Run 2025 will be supporting the new Lord Mayor’s chosen charity.

RESULTS AVAILABLE HERE ON THE NIGHT AFTER RACES

Race packs can be collected from Mc Keever Sports Retail Shop, Unit 8, Gilpinstown Road, Lurgan, Craigavon. BT66 8RL from Friday 20th June 9am until Monday 23rd June 6pm. Late pack collections can be made from SLLC reception from 12pm Tuesday 24th onwards.

Please note if you have registered after 18th June, your race pack collection point may have a delay in arriving to your pick up point.

Mc Keever sports Retail Shop Opening Hours:

Mon 9am-6pm | Tue 9am-6pm | Wed 9am-8pm | Thur 9am-8pm | Fri 9am-6pm | Sat 9am-5pm | Sun 1pm-5pm

Craigavon Lake Run 10k, 5k & 1k FAQ's

When is Craigavon Lakes 10k, 5k, and 1k Family run?

Wednesday 25th June 2025

What time does the run start?

Race Distance Start Time
1k Family Fun run 6:45pm
Wheelchair Friendly 10k 6:58pm
5k run 7:00pm
10k run 7:10pm

Who can enter this years event?

1k Family Fun Run – All ages, 11 years or under must be accompanied by an adult.

5k Run – 11 years old or under must be accompanied by an adult

10k Run – 16 years of age and over

Is this a timed event?

Yes, the 5k and 10k runs will be chipped/timed.

The 1k Family Fun run will not be timed.

How much does it cost to enter?

Family Fun 1K £5.00 6:45PM
Wheelchair 10K £17.50 6.58 PM
5K £12.50 7.00PM
10K £17.50 7.10PM

Prices quoted up until Wed 18th June. A late entry fee of £2 will incur after this date per 5k and 10k race.

When is the closing date for entries?

Wed 18th June at regular price or up until 5pm 25th June with late entry fee. 

Where and when can I pick up my race number?

Race packs can be collected from Mc Keever Sports Retail Shop, Unit 8, Gilpinstown Road, Lurgan, Craigavon. BT66 8RL from Friday 20th June 9am until Monday 23rd June 6pm. Late pack collections can be made from SLLC reception from 12pm Tuesday 24th onwards [opening hours HERE]

Please note if you have registered after 18th June, your race pack collection point may have a delay in arriving to your pick up point. 

Mc Keever sports Retail Shop Opening Hours:

Mon 9am-6pm | Tue 9am-6pm | Wed 9am-8pm | Thur 9am-8pm | Fri 9am-6pm | Sat 9am-5pm | Sun 1pm-5pm

What does my registration fee include?

Registration fee includes:

  • Free parking at Rushmere shopping centre – upper, Craigavon Civic Centre and Marlborough House,

Southlake Carpark will be closed to race participants.

  • Entrance into a run of your choice
  • Marshalls on hand to help and provide 1st aid if required
  • Timed run (10k and 5k only)
  • Finisher’s medal, water bottle & snack.
  • Winners medal, getactiveabc voucher and Rushmere Shopping Centre prize vouchers for 5K & 10K

Where is the official start and finish?

The start line will be located at the back gate of Craigavon Civic Centre leading onto Craigavon lakes path and the finish straight will be in front of Craigavon Lakes slip way leading towards South Lake Leisure Centre car park.

Both start & finish lines will be highlighted with markers.

Can I swap my race number?

No. Each individual is set up with a registration/race number. The race number is specific to the registration details you give online and is for your personal use only. For health and safety reasons you cannot change or offer this number to anyone else. Any participant with the wrong race number will be disqualified.

Where will times for the race be posted?

Race results will posted here on Thurs 26 June 2025.

What are the prizes?

Winners medal, getactiveabc voucher and Rushmere Shopping Centre prize vouchers for 5K & 10K

Can I change routes after registration?

No, sorry this is not possible.

What if I can’t make it to the event?

In the event of a cancellation, a minimum of 7 days must be given in order to receive a refund

Must I sign in on the day?

Runners do not need to sign in on the day; this will be done when you collect your race number, which you must wear on the front of your running top. Please note the timing chip is part of your race number, do not tamper with this.

Can I register on the day of the event?

Yes, online registration will be available up until 5pm on 25th June (race day) but counted as a late entry and will incur a £2 fee. To avoid this fee register one week prior to the event, before Wed 18th June.

Please check race pack collection points if registering after 18th June.

Where do I park on the day?

Rushmere Shopping Centre is providing free car parking on the upper deck, Carpark 1, Civic centre & Marlborough House overflow.

Are there changing facilities?

We strongly recommend that runners come changed ready to run, there will be no changing facilities at South Lake Leisure Centre. Toilets are available at Rushmere Shopping Centre and South Lake Leisure Centre.

What do I need to bring with me?

Participants should bring appropriate running attire, comfortable running shoes and wear their timing chip and race number on the front of their top.

Will there be water stations?

Yes, there will be water stations outside South Lake Leisure Centre and throughout the race route.

Is the event Marshalled?

Yes, there will be Marshalls throughout the route and at water stations.

What first aid facilities will be available?

St John Ambulance will be on station at South Lake Leisure Centre, all lead cyclists and marshals are trained in first aid. Defibrillators are available at South Lake Leisure Centre and Tannanghmore Gardens.

 

Rules of the event

All competitors acknowledge that they will be running at entirely their own risk and to the extent permitted by the Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977. The Craigavon Lakes 10km Organising Staff will not be liable for any loss, damage, illness or injury whatsoever directly or indirectly occasioned by or resulting from the negligence, wrongful act or default of the Staff, its members, employees or agents or from any other cause including the physical condition of the competitor.

Each individual is set up with a registration/race number. The race number is specific to the registration details you give online and is for your personal use only. For health and safety reasons you cannot change or offer this number to anyone else. Any participant with the wrong race number will be disqualified.

Route Map

Route Map Craigavon Lake Run
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