The Rye Summer Classic Series provides a unique chance to enjoy one of Britain's most treasured conservation sites, covering a mosaic of interlocking shingle ridges, saltmarsh, intertidal grazing, reed-beds and saline lagoons. It can get windy on the reserve but if conditions are favourable then fast times are likely. These races enjoy incredible race day vibes and are ideal for both beginners and experienced runners. With a choice of race distance across all but the September race edition, it will be the summer racing series that you wait for every year. For 2026, we are excited to announce the introduction of a fifth race in May!
About the series
This is race one of a five-race series taking place in May, June, July, August and September. You can enter each race individually or save money and purchase a series entry. All series entries include a t-shirt. To book the series, scroll down to view the race options and click on 'Enter Now' for your preferred series entry. OTD (On the day) entries are subject to availability only.
The details of each series are as follows:
10k Option
Affiliated: £84 / Unaffiliated: £92 / OTD price: £95
Includes entry to the 10k in May, June, July & August, and the 5k in September - & a series t-shirt!
5k Option
Affiliated: £60 / Unaffiliated: £68 / OTD price: £70
Includes entry to the 5k in May, June, July, August & September - & a series t-shirt!
Junior Run Option
Affiliated: £30 / Unaffiliated: £30 / OTD price: £30
Includes entry to the Junior Run in May, June, July, August & September - & a series t-shirt!
Race Highlights
• Stunning coastal landscape
• Possibility of quick times
• Friendly atmosphere
• 1k Junior run
What's Included
• Bespoke medal for the 10k & 5k • Finisher medal for the Junior run
• Trophies
Full series dates
Friday 08 May 2026
Friday 05 June 2026
Friday 10 July 2026
Friday 07 August 2026
Friday 04 September 2026
On-the-Day Entry Fees for single race entries (subject to availability)
• 10k: £25
• 5k: £20
• Junior Run: £7
Event information will be sent out to all registered entrants prior to race day
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