Date: 12th and 13th September 2026
Start time: 9am
Location: Worcester Racecourse, WR1 3EJ
Worcester City Runs 2026
Entry: Free
Sponsorship: £50 – £250
Organiser: Events of the North
Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037
Please read the full terms and conditions before signing up.
We are delighted to return as the Official Charity Partner for the Worcester City Runs 2026.
Join #TeamAcorns for the Sutcliffe & Co Worcester City Runs 2026, taking place on a traffic free, picturesque course through the heart of Worcester.
There is so much to get involved in from a 10k to a half marathon, not forgetting the Paula Radcliffe’s Families on Track fitness challenge. Bring the whole family, your friends or just yourself with a target time!
By joining #TeamAcorns you’ll be raising vital funds to support life limited and life threatened babies, children, and young people across the West Midlands.
Secure your FREE place today
We are excited to offer a limited number of FREE race entries this year! Each place has a minimum fundraising target. Included in your entry fee:
- An Acorns running vest
- Finishers’ t-shirt
- Bespoke support from our specialist Events team to help with your training and fundraising
- A fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target
- Access to our private #TeamAcorns WhatsApp Group where you can get to know your fellow runners, share hints and tips with each other, and lots more!
- A unique themed medal
- Post race goody bag
Sign up today
Run in the Half Marathon
(13th September)
Minimum fundraising target: £250*
Registration fee: FREE
Run in one of the Junior Races
(12th and 13th September)
Families on Track, 1 mile and 3km
Minimum fundraising target: £50
Registration fee: FREE
* By signing up, you are agreeing to the minimum sponsorship (£150 for the 10k and £250 for the half marathon). Acorns must be in receipt of at least 50% of your fundraising target by 12 July 2026 (2 months prior to event). Failure to do this may result in you losing your running place. The remaining 50% of your fundraising target is due by 26 September 2026 (2 weeks post event).
“It was a huge privilege to get a spot in the Half Marathon thanks to Acorns and to be able to raise some funds for such an important charity meant the world. It was an incredibly emotional day for many reasons and I hope to raise more money in the future.” – Mike, Acorns runner
Worcester City Runs event routes
Please note, these routes are subject to change by the event organisers.
Already have a place in the race?
If you already have a place, you can still join #TeamAcorns and help to raise funds for local children and families. Our events team will be on hand to support you throughout.
“Thank you all for your support and comradeship! Running has changed my life and it’s been amazing running for Acorns.” – Gareth
Kick start your fundraising
We’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the event you will receive an Acorns running vest, support from our Events team to help with your training and fundraising and the amazing feeling you’ll get from knowing you’re making a real difference to local children! Here are some simple ways to give your fundraising a boost, if you need more support we’d be happy to help. Just get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.
