Richmond 10K
Race snapshot
Race Day
54–70°F · Feels mild
Total elevation gain
Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +0 ft
Participants
Medium-sized race
Crowd Rating
Excellent spectator turnout
The Lowdown
Richmond 10K is the opening race of Richmond RUNFEST weekend, run entirely inside Kew Gardens (the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew) in Richmond upon Thames, southwest London. The fully road-closed, flat tarmac course starts and finishes next to the Orangery, looping through the gardens' avenues on an England Athletics certified route (Licence ID: 28982), with a water station at 5K and the finish. Runners who arrive before 8:20am get complimentary Kew Gardens admission for two adults and two children. The 10K runs on the Saturday, a day ahead of the Richmond Half Marathon and Richmond Marathon, which finish at a music-festival celebration in Richmond town centre. Standard public entry has sold out for 2026; charity places remain available through official fundraising partners with a minimum pledge.
Questions about the Richmond 10K 2027
When is the Richmond 10K 2027?
Saturday, September 11, 2027.
Where is the Richmond 10K?
Richmond upon Thames, Greater London, United Kingdom.
What time does the Richmond 10K start?
The race starts at 8:30 AM, local time.
What is the Richmond 10K time limit?
1 hour 40 minutes.
How do I enter the Richmond 10K 2027?
Registration is open. Sep 1, 2027: Advance Race Number Collection Opens. Sep 10, 2027: Advance Race Number Collection Closes. Sep 11, 2027: Richmond 10K Race Day. Ways in: Online standard registration via run-fest.com (sold out for 2026); Charity places via official fundraising partners (e.g. British Heart Foundation, Mind) with a minimum pledge.
How much does the Richmond 10K 2027 cost?
Standard Entry: £44.50.
When and where is packet pickup for the Richmond 10K?
Sep 1, 2027: Advance bib collection opens 1:00pm Wednesday 1 September 2027 at partner stores (Sporting Feet Richmond/Putney, About The Run Kingston). Sep 10, 2027: Advance bib collection closes 3:00pm Friday 10 September 2027; race-morning collection also available from 6:45am at Kew Green.
What is the Richmond 10K elevation gain?
8 m (26 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Relatively flat course.
What is the Richmond 10K course like?
It passes Kew Gardens (Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew), The Orangery (start/finish) and Elizabeth Gate, Kew Green.
What is the weather like at the Richmond 10K?
Race-day temperatures are usually 12–21 °C (54–70 °F). Feels mild.
How many runners does the Richmond 10K have?
2,000 participants. Medium-sized race.
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