Cutacre Country Park to host a run day to make you feel good

Wellness Run Day 2026 will be held at Cutacre Country Park on Saturday, September 26, featuring a family-friendly 1K fun run alongside a chip-timed 5K race.

Organisers say the event is designed to promote health, wellbeing and community spirit, with both races open to everyone from first-time runners to experienced athletes.

Alongside the running events, visitors can enjoy live music, food and refreshments, raffles and community activities throughout the day.

Every participant who completes their race will receive a finisher’s medal, while gold medals will be awarded to the top finishers.

Local businesses, schools and community groups are also being encouraged to enter teams as part of a wider workplace and community wellbeing initiative.

Event organiser Steve Hague said the aim was to create more than just a race and to bring the community together to have fun and get active.

He said: “We wanted to create more than just a race.

“The aim is to bring people together, encourage healthier lifestyles and provide a fantastic day out for families, friends and local organisations.

“Whether you’re an experienced runner or simply looking to take part in a community event, we’d love to see people get involved.

“This is our first event like this, but we are looking forward to it and, if the public engage with it, we will be doing this annually.”