2023 is a landmark year for this event. The first Fred Hughes 10 memorial race took place on 23rd January 1993 and this year will be the races 30th Anniversary. All finishers will receive a unique commemorative medal to mark the occasion.

You can read about the history of this event and the man who gave his name to it here.

The Fred Hughes 10 Miles has become a well established local race over the last 30 years, organised by St Albans Striders running club since 1986. The race is held on the rolling country lanes of Bedmond in St Albans.  It’s ideal for those looking to kick start their spring marathon training or make the step up from 10k.

The race will also form part of the Hertfordshire County Championships. To be eligible to be included you must either have been born in Hertfordshire or have been a resident in Hertfordshire for at least the last 9 months. You must declare you are eligible as part of the registration process.

• Location:  St Columba’s College, King Harry Lane, St Albans AL3 4AW
• Event time: 10am (competitors must be able to complete the course in 2hrs 15mins)
• Distance: 10 miles
• Minimum Age: 18yrs. Age as at 22/01/2023
• Activity: Running
• Open to: Solo participants
• Entry Fee: £20.00 per person (UKA Affiliated) or £22.00 (Unaffiliated runners). 10% of all race entries will help support our Charity Partner, Add-Vance
• Our Charity Partner: Add-Vance
• UKA Licence No: TBA
• Event Cancellation Policy: If the event should need to be cancelled in its entirety, you will be offered a refund of your entry fee or a deferral to the next event. (Booking fees are non-refundable)
• Additional Fees: A 6% booking fee will be added at the checkout
• Event Organiser: St Albans Striders
• Organiser Email: fh10@stalbansstriders.com
• Official Event Website: https://stalbansstriders.com/racing/fred-hughes-10