Babcock Helensburgh 10km

About the Event

The Babcock Helensburgh 10K is the final installment of the prestigious Babcock 10K Series, scheduled for Thursday, May 28, 2026. Celebrating its 43rd year, this event is organized by Helensburgh AAC and holds a Scottish Athletics permit. The race is known for its fast, largely flat single-circuit route that offers runners a scenic tour of the Victorian seaside resort under full road closures, ensuring an entirely traffic-free experience.

Event	Date	Start Time	Location
Helensburgh 10K	May 28, 2026	07:30 PM	Hermitage Academy

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

-- Eligibility: The race is open to all runners aged 16 years or older on the day of the event.
-- Facilities: The host venue, Hermitage Academy, provides extensive amenities including ample car parking, changing rooms, toilets, showers, and catering services.
-- Participant Rewards: Every finisher receives a unique commemorative medal, a goody bag featuring running accessories, and a specific piece of Babcock 10K merchandise.
-- Series Awards: The series offers a total prize fund of £6,000 for leading individuals across the three races (Helensburgh, Shettleston, and Dumbarton).
-- Entry Options: Runners can enter the Helensburgh 10K as a standalone event or as part of a series booking, which includes entry to all three races at a discounted rate.

Course and Atmosphere:

-- Route Profile: Designed to be fast and flat, the course is ideal for PB attempts and attracts a diverse field ranging from Olympians and elite club runners to recreational joggers.
-- Safety and Support: The route is well-marshalled and quiet, benefiting from the total absence of vehicle traffic during the race.
-- Series Context: As the final race in the 2026 series, the Helensburgh event often hosts the final series prize presentations at the academy following the race.
-- Registration Deadline: Online entries for this specific race are available until late May, typically closing a few days prior to the event date.

The Babcock Helensburgh 10K 2026 offers a high-quality racing experience with professional organization and a warm community welcome in one of Scotland's most charming coastal settings.

Races Offered

Helensburgh 10K

May 28, 2026

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Distance — 10K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

19:30

sell

£29.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Glasgow.

thermostat Temperature

8.2° / 17.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

5.6° / 14.4°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 9m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.9 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

11.1 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.2)

humidity_mid Humidity

75.5%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:03

nightlight Sunset

21:23

About Glasgow

Learn more about the host city, Glasgow.

Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland on Clydeside in the Central Belt. Glasgow reinvented itself from the 1990s, one of the most successful examples in Britain, with a range of developments in industry, culture, cuisine and architecture. It's now a lively destination meriting several days to explore, and with excellent visitor amenities in all price brackets. Its deep-red sandstone buildings have been scrubbed free of grime and the city is glorious in the sunshine, but it's a year-round place with plenty to occupy the dreich days.