Charles Darwin Day
Fri 12 Feb · 09:00
Shrewsbury Sports Village
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Charles Darwin Day is hosted at Shrewsbury Sports Village on 12 February 2027. Participants can choose from 5K, 10K, half marathon or marathon distances on a traffic-free cycle track. The event includes chip-timed laps, aid stations, and a special medal for finishers.
Come and join us for the old man's birthday celebrations...
Choice of 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Marathon Distances
Come and join us on International Charles Darwin Day to celebrate his birthday – where better than in the town of his birth, Shrewsbury!
The run will be hosted at The Shrewsbury Sports Village on their purpose-built cycle track. Traffic free, chip-timed laps equal fast times, so you can concentrate on running and enjoy the company of the other runners. The event is limited to 150 places, and you can choose between 5k, 10k, half or full marathon distances.
Kick-off is at 10am, and there is access to the cafe, toilets and changing / showers inside the sports village.
Aid station every lap providing an array of drinks and snacks with friendly marshals included.
Special Darwin Day medal to all finishers.
Race HQ
Shrewsbury Sports Village, Sundorne Rd, Shrewsbury SY1 4RQ
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
Charles Darwin Day takes place on Friday, 12 February 2027 at 09:00.
Charles Darwin Day is held at Shrewsbury Sports Village in Shrewsbury (Shrewsbury Sports Village, Sundorne Rd, Shrewsbury SY1 4RQ).
Tickets for Charles Darwin Day range from £28 to £42. Live prices and availability are shown on codrc.co.uk.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Shrewsbury Sports Village can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Charles Darwin Day can be booked via codrc.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
Charles Darwin Day is hosted at Shrewsbury Sports Village on 12 February 2027. Participants can choose from 5K, 10K, half marathon or marathon distances on a traffic-free cycle track. The event includes chip-timed laps, aid stations, and a special medal for finishers.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Come and join us for the old man's birthday celebrations...
Choice of 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Marathon Distances
Come and join us on International Charles Darwin Day to celebrate his birthday – where better than in the town of his birth, Shrewsbury!
The run will be hosted at The Shrewsbury Sports Village on their purpose-built cycle track. Traffic free, chip-timed laps equal fast times, so you can concentrate on running and enjoy the company of the other runners. The event is limited to 150 places, and you can choose between 5k, 10k, half or full marathon distances.
Kick-off is at 10am, and there is access to the cafe, toilets and changing / showers inside the sports village.
Aid station every lap providing an array of drinks and snacks with friendly marshals included.
Special Darwin Day medal to all finishers.
Race HQ
Shrewsbury Sports Village, Sundorne Rd, Shrewsbury SY1 4RQ
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Shrewsbury Sports Village. Searching near Shrewsbury Sports Village, Sundorne Rd, Shrewsbury SY1 4RQ; check-in Friday, 12 February 2027.
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WhereShrewsbury Sports Village
Shrewsbury Sports Village, Sundorne Rd, Shrewsbury SY1 4RQ
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Charles Darwin Day?
Charles Darwin Day takes place on Friday, 12 February 2027 at 09:00.
Where is Charles Darwin Day taking place?
Charles Darwin Day is held at Shrewsbury Sports Village in Shrewsbury (Shrewsbury Sports Village, Sundorne Rd, Shrewsbury SY1 4RQ).
How much are tickets for Charles Darwin Day?
Tickets for Charles Darwin Day range from £28 to £42. Live prices and availability are shown on codrc.co.uk.
Is there anywhere to stay near Charles Darwin Day?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Shrewsbury Sports Village can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Charles Darwin Day?
Tickets for Charles Darwin Day can be booked via codrc.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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