No Walk in the Park 5k

Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England
Saturday 5 December 2026
5km
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No walk in the Park 5k is a fully licensed and officially measured race that takes place on the first Saturday of each month on the paved paths around Queen's Park. It's a multi-lap event of undulating nature. There is a memento for completing 6 of the 12 races over the year and also prizes for the Winners and Runners up of each age category. We also offer a cash prize of £100 for any Male or Female breaking the course record. Current records are : Male is 00:14:59 - Sam Gilson - 13/07/2024 Female 00:17:03.

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When is the No Walk in the Park 5k?

The next No Walk in the Park 5k is Saturday 5 December 2026. It includes a 5km.

What is the No Walk in the Park 5k?

No walk in the Park 5k is a fully licensed and officially measured race that takes place on the first Saturday of each month on the paved paths around Queen's Park. It's a multi-lap event of undulating nature. There is a memento for completing 6 of the 12 races over the year and also prizes for the Winners and Runners up of each age category. We also offer a cash prize of £100 for any Male or Female breaking the course record. Current records are : Male is 00:14:59 - Sam Gilson - 13/07/2024 Female 00:17:03.

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