Runners urged to sign up for City of Lincoln 10k as entries pass 4,000

One of Lincolnshire's biggest running events is already drawing strong support, with people now being encouraged to secure their place in next year's City of Lincoln 10k. The race, organised by Jane Tomlinson's Run for All, is due to take place in Lincoln on 12 April, with the start set for 10:00 BST on Riseholme Road. Organisers say more than 4,000 people have already signed up, putting entries beyond the total recorded for the 2025 event.

For Lincoln, the 10k has become more than just a fixture on the sporting calendar. It is also a community event that brings together runners, spectators and volunteers from across the city and wider county. Whether people are chasing a personal best, raising money for charity or simply taking part with friends, the appeal appears to be broad.

Becky Major, head of marketing and communications at Run for All, said organisers had seen an excellent response so far and were still encouraging more people to enter. She described the event as a great day not only for those running, but also for the volunteers and supporters who help create the atmosphere around the course. That community spirit is likely to be familiar to many in Lincolnshire, where large local events often rely on a mix of determined participants and residents willing to turn out and cheer them on.

In that sense, the City of Lincoln 10k is as much about the city coming together as it is about the race itself. Organisers have also said there will be small changes to the route this year to make it more accessible for wheelchair users. That adjustment points to a wider effort to make the event open to as many people as possible.

The race is open to entrants aged 15 or over on the day of the event. Those who cross the finish line will receive a medal and a goody bag. For some, the attraction will be the challenge of training through the winter and spring before lining up in the city centre.

For others, it will be the chance to support a cause close to home through fundraising. Organisers said they regularly hear inspiring stories from participants, while also making clear that not everyone enters for a charity target. Some simply want to enjoy the day and be part of a major local occasion.

With entries already running high, the message for Lincolnshire runners is straightforward: if the City of Lincoln 10k is on your list for 2026, now may be the time to act.

This story was adapted by The Lincoln Post from original reporting by www.bbc.com.