Join us on Saturday 5th July 2025, for an unforgettable 5K road race through the historic streets of Newport Pagnell!
This unique, 1 lap course on fully closed roads takes place just ahead of the Carnival Parade, meaning you’ll be cheered on by thousands of spectators as you race towards the finish line at Riverside Meadow – the heart of the day’s festivities.
Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just soaking up the electric atmosphere, this is a must-do event for runners of all levels!
🎟 Your Entry Includes:
✅ Closed-road course with an incredible crowd experience
✅ Chip timing with online results
✅ Finisher’s medal to celebrate your achievement
✅ Optional event T-shirt
✅ Medical support throughout the race
✅ Free entry to Riverside Meadow (normally £2)
✅ Official race photography to capture your big moment
Don’t miss out – lace up, hit the streets, and be part of something special! 🎉🏃♂️🏃♀️
THE FAMILY FUN ONE
FUN RUN-
Ages 0 - 11
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CHILDREN UNDER 11 MUST RUN WITH AN ADULT
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CLOSED ROAD EVENT
Route & Parking
The route begins at Tanner’s Drive Industrial estate and heads towards Wolverton Road, proceeding towards the bustling high street of Newport Pagnell. The path includes the iconic Tickford Bridge, a prominent historical landmark. The journey continues by Harben House, and concludes at Riverside Meadow. Whether it is for a leisurely stroll or a quick run, the route offers a beautiful scenic view of Newport Pagnell with its mix of industrial and natural landscapes.
We would advise runners to walk to the start or get dropped off if possible to reduce traffic in the start area.
For anyone coming from outside town there will be ample parking a few minutes from the start line in Tongwell (details will be confirmed in your athlete information pack.)
There is limited parking at the finish on Riverside Meadow via Wellend Drive. Please do not park in the roads surrounding the meadow. Once you’ve enjoyed all the offerings of the Carnival event, its an easy 3K walk or jog back to the start and your vehicle.
Please note. If you do park at the finish line (Riverside Meadow), you will need to wait for the roads to be re-opened before you can exit the car park and this may be a few hours wait.
Start Location
The Newport Pagnell Carnival 5K starts on Tanners Drive, Milton Keynes.
The What3Words location for the start of the run is: ///clerics.conjured.twin
Finish Location
The Newport Pagnell Carnival 5K finishes in Riverside Meadow, Newport Pagnell.
The What3Words location for the finish of the run is: ///booklet.severe.chips
Volunteer Here
Join us as a Volunteer at the Newport Pagnell Carnival 5K!
Volunteering at our events is a fantastic way to support runners, soak up the atmosphere, and be part of something special!
We’re looking for volunteers for the Newport Pagnell Carnival 5K on Saturday 5th July 2025. The race starts at Blakelands Business Park (Tanners Drive) and finishes at Riverside Meadow (Newport Pagnell), running just ahead of the carnival parade.
You’ll receive free entry to next year’s Newport Pagnell 5K as a thank you!
Interested? Sign up below!
FAQs
The wearing of any in-ear or over ear headphones are BANNED as per UKA Rule 240 S 5. This includes any noise cancelling ear buds.
You will be disqualified from the race if seen using them on the course. This means that you will be removed from the results and prizes you have won will be lost and your time can’t be used.
The reason for this is the event is run under UKA rules and therefore we have to comply with these rules, or we lose our UKA licence, and this will affect all of our events.
BONE CONDUCTING HEADPHONES ARE ALLOWED. (As they don’t cover the ears).
MEDICALLY PRESCRIBED HEARING AIDS
If you are using in-ear medically prescribed hearing aids, then this needs to be declared to the race organisers before the race starts.
Yes, but only in the Family Fun 5k.
No. You cannot run with your dog in any of the races.
Yes. All runners taking part in the Serious 5K or Family Fun 5K will need to purchase a race entry to take part in the Newport Pagnell Carnival 5K.
A secure bag drop is available, although all items are left are your risk. Bags will be taken to the finish for collection on the meadow. You must show your race number to collect your belongings.
Bags should be no larger than 45 x 36 x 20cm (about the size of a small rucksack). Large bags will not be accepted.
Newport Pagnell Carnival 5K
Saturday 5th July 2025 | FROM £8
