Experience an extraordinary day out on Saturday, February 20th, 2027, as the Cotswold Airport Running Festival invites runners of all skill levels to take part in what promises to be one of Britain's most unique race events. For a brief window exclusively for this event, access will open at Cotswold Airport’s runway, offering racers an exceptionally flat and swift surface perfect for setting personal bests or simply enjoying the thrill of running on such a special course. The festival lineup features distances catering to every runner: from those ready to tackle 3.1 miles in the invigorating early-season air with the 5K event, through to more ambitious participants aiming to cover double the distance at the 10K and push even further by signing up for the challenging Half Marathon. The Cotswold Airport landscape itself is a highlight of this unique race day, providing a stunning backdrop as you run alongside sleek planes taking off or landing nearby. The air hums with excitement as runners wind their way through an atmosphere brimming with community spirit and shared enthusiasm. Whether your goal is to clock in fast times on the airport’s smooth runway or simply embrace the novelty of this unconventional setting, expect each stride taken here not just towards a finish line but into memorable chapters of athletic adventures. Don’t let February 20th pass you by – register now for an event that combines running's joy with aviation's awe and crafts cherished memories in Britain’s picturesque Cotswold region. Register early to secure your spot at the inaugural Cotswold Airport Running Festival, a celebration where every participant becomes part of history-in-the-making.
Races Offered
Half Marathon
Feb 20, 2027
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21.1K
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10:00
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£32.00
10k
Feb 20, 2027
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10K
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10:45
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£29.00
5k
Feb 20, 2027
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5K
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10:55
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£27.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Cirencester.
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3.3° / 8.8°
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-1.3° / 4.3°
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Avg sunshine hours
4h 7m
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Avg rainfall
2.6 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
16.7 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Low (2.1)
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Humidity
87.8%
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Sunrise
08:21
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Sunset
18:20
About Cirencester
Learn more about the host city, Cirencester.
Cirencester is a picturesque market town in the Cotswolds, in the county of Gloucestershire. It's an ancient market town with traditional Cotswold buildings and thriving shopping centre. It's worth spending a morning here, especially on a Saturday. Every other Saturday there is a farmer's market.