ACORN South By Five - Bellahouston Park

South By Five: A Series Through Six Parks
Acorn Trails is thrilled to announce the return of South By Five, inspired by Glasgow's iconic South Side Six race. This series invites runners to explore six distinct parks over 12 weeks with a 5km event in each park. Whether you're looking for a single run or aiming to complete all races, this event offers flexibility and fun.
The schedule is as follows:
- Kings Park - Sunday, November 1st
- Linn Park - Sunday, November 15th
- Rouken Glen - Sunday, November 29th
- Pollok Park - Sunday, December 13th
- Bellahouston Park - Sunday, January 3rd
- Queens Park - Sunday, January 17th
Each race begins at 10:30 AM and offers runners a chance to experience diverse landscapes within the city's green spaces. The final event will be followed by an informal gathering and prize giving ceremony at a local bowling club near Queens Park.
To ensure fairness for all participants, those who opt for series entry must attend five out of six races to qualify as a "Fiver." However, if you miss two of the first three events after signing up for the entire series, your spot will be forfeited and reallocated from the waiting list. This policy aims to minimize wasted opportunities and streamline race management.
Entry is complimentary but comes with a mandatory minimum donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund. Your contribution helps support local initiatives such as training coaches and first aiders, donating to community causes, and enhancing park trails for future runners. If financial constraints prevent you from making this donation, please contact us confidentially; we understand that circumstances can change.
In lieu of an entry fee, consider bringing a donation to the local foodbank at your chosen race date. This gesture supports those in need while allowing everyone equal access to participate and enjoy the event.
Additional perks include merchandise options available during sign-up for August participants only. As with all Acorn Trails events, there will be opportunities to purchase series-specific items that celebrate this unique running experience.
South By Five also highlights local charity "Give A Dog A Bone," which helps over 60s adopt rescue animals by covering financial barriers and fostering companionship among elderly individuals while providing homes for rescued pets. This initiative aligns closely with Acorn Trails' commitment to community engagement and support.
Each race day will feature an organized litter pick, allowing participants to give back to the parks they enjoy so much. More details on these activities will be shared closer to each event date through our "We Care" section of the website.
Join us for South By Five as we celebrate running in Glasgow's beautiful parklands and contribute positively to local communities.