Heanor 10k 2026 – Date, Distances & Race Week Tips

Final weeks before the Heanor 10k

Plans for the Heanor 10k have closed because race day is less than 4 weeks away. If you have been training, most of the work is done. Use the final weeks to stay steady, then ease off for race day.

10km: your last longer run can be about a week before race day. Then keep race week light.

Race week

Keep your runs short and easy.
Nothing new on race day. Wear shoes and kit you have already run in.
Eat and drink what you are used to.
Check the start time and how to get there on the official race site.
Start at a pace you can hold. The pace calculator shows your km splits.
If you are ill or injured, get advice from a doctor or physio before you race.

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FAQs.

When is the Heanor 10k?

The next Heanor 10k is Sunday 15 November 2026. It includes a 10km.

What is the Heanor 10k?

The 39th Annual Heanor 10k Christmas Pudding Run sponsored by Matthew Walker will take place on an undulating, scenic route on a mix of tarmac and park paths. All finishers will receive a luxury Matthew Walker Christmas Pudding, Bespoke medal, water, mince pie and mulled wine.Extensive Prize list: Hampers and cash 1-3, Derby Runner vouchers 4-5, Hampers to age category winners, v35 v45 v55 v65Team prizes:4 men3 WomenThe race has sold out for the last 11 years so early entry is advised. No entries on the day. Full Terms and conditions are to view on the club website www.heanorrunningclub.comRace number collection from 8am, refreshments, toilets, Trade stall, 1st aid post, race commentator and PA system, Official photographer are all stationed in the race villagePay & Display car parking on Shipley Park, Free car parking within a 10 minute walk.

Is it too late to train for the Heanor 10k?

Dangelo plans for the Heanor 10k have closed because race day is less than 4 weeks away. If you have been running, keep your runs steady, do your last long run and ease off in race week. If you are new to the distance, pick a later race and start a free plan in the Dangelo app.

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