parkrun Returns – October 2020
In the middle of 2020, we hoped that parkrun would return later in October 2020. Clearly, that did not happen. 2021 looks much more positive and parkrun in the UK have said that they hope to be able to re-start most parkruns in early June.
Yet, with the priority on children’s health, the junior events could start in a couple of weeks.
- junior parkrun events across England will be able to return from Sunday 11 April 2021.
- all 5k parkrun events across England will return on Saturday 5 June 2021.
Need some tips to regain the glories of your old PBs? Try these…
*100* Tips to Run a Faster Parkrun PB – How to Get Your 5K PR This Weekend
Source: parkrun
Last Updated on 25 January 2026 by the5krunner
My favourite kit and nutrition
- Maurten — the race nutrition trusted by elite athletes. Gels and drink mix engineered to be easy on the stomach.
- Garmin 90-degree charging adapter — the small adapter that keeps your charging cable tidy at the stem. Essential for race day.
- Garmin charging puck — the fastest and most reliable way to top up your Garmin before a session.
- Ravemen FR300 — front light that mounts directly under your Garmin or Wahoo head unit. Keeps your bars clean and your beam pointed where it matters.
- Garmin Varia RTL515 — radar rear light that alerts you to vehicles approaching from behind. Pairs with your Edge or Garmin watch.
- Stryd — the footpod that brings running power to your Garmin. The single most useful running upgrade I have made.
- Favero Assioma Pro RS2 — the power meter pedals most serious cyclists end up choosing. Accurate, easy to move between bikes.
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Surprisingly, I really miss these events. Running alone is getting tiresome.