Runners urged to book Yorkshire Coast 10k places

Almost half the places for the Yorkshire Coast 10K have already been reserved, organisers have said.

Run For All said the event, which has places for 2,500 runners, only opened for entries at 07:00 BST on Monday.

Held in Scarborough on the 11 October, the race offers runners of all abilities a scenic coastal routes and a choice of distances.

The Yorkshire Coast 10K is a fast‑growing seaside race in Scarborough with participants taking part to raise funds for causes they support.

It forms part of the wider McCain Yorkshire Coast race day, which also includes a 5K run and a one-mile (1.6km) fun run.

Tristan Batley-Kyle, director of operations at Run For All, said: "We'd encourage anyone thinking about taking part to sign up now before entries completely sell out."

Entrants must be 15 or older on event day to participate.

The event begins on Sunday 11 October at 09:45 BST.

Details of road closures and information for participants and visitors can be found on Run For All's website.

Run For All is part of the legacy of Jane Tomlinson, a Leeds mother who raised £1.85m for charity despite being diagnosed with incurable cancer.

She became known around the world for taking on extraordinary endurance challenges, including the London Marathon, Ironman events and a 4,200-mile (6,759km) cycle ride across the USA.

Jane died in 2007 aged 43, but her work continues through Run For All, which now delivers major events across the country and supports countless charities.

The organisation took over running the Yorkshire Coast 10K in 2025.

The 10km (6.1 miles) route starts and ends at Scarborough Spa.

Runners will follow a coastal route that takes them along the South Bay, past the harbour and around the headland before heading into the North Bay.

The course then continues past the Open Air Theatre before looping back along the seafront to finish at the Spa.

Becky Major, from Run for All, said: "I think it's important to say you don't have to run it, many people walk it."

The 5k and the fun run follow a similar, abridged route.

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