Osborne House 5k Fun Run

Question 1

Is the Osborne House 5K suitable for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Osborne House 5K is designed to be welcoming to runners of all abilities, whether it’s your first 5K or you’re looking to race it hard.

There’s no pressure on pace — come and enjoy a unique opportunity to run 5km through the grounds of Osborne.

Question 2

Can I walk the Osborne House 5K?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You’re very welcome to walk the event.

We just ask that walkers start towards the back so faster runners can get away cleanly, and that everyone follows any instructions from the event team out on the course.

Question 3

Are there any age restrictions?

Accepted Answer

The Osborne House 5K is open to runners aged 11 and over.

All junior runners must be happy, confident and capable of completing the 5km course independently, without needing to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Question 4

Can I run with a pushchair?

Accepted Answer

For safety reasons, pushchairs and running buggies are not permitted in the Osborne House 5K.

Question 5

Can I wear headphones?

Accepted Answer

Only bone-conduction or open-ear headphones are permitted.

You must be able to hear instructions from marshals and remain aware of other runners and your surroundings at all times.

Question 6

Is there parking at Osborne House?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Parking will be available at Osborne House for event participants and spectators.

Each runner may bring up to 3 spectators, so please travel together where possible and allow plenty of time to park and make your way to the event area before the start.

Question 7

Are there toilets available?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Toilets will be available at Osborne House for runners and spectators.

Marshals and English Heritage staff will be on hand to show you where to go when you arrive.

Question 8

Is there somewhere to leave a bag?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A bag drop will be available for all runners.

Volunteers will label bags using your bib number, and bags will be stored in a secure room which can be locked during the event.

Please don’t leave valuables in your bag unless necessary.

Question 9

Will there be water available?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Drinking water will be available at the event.

Tea and coffee will also be available to purchase from the café. We’d still recommend arriving well hydrated, especially if the weather is warm.

Question 10

Will there be prizes?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We’ll have prizes for the leading finishers, with full prize details confirmed in the event information before race day.

Osborne House 5k Fun Run

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Osborne House 5k Fun Run