Live Together. Run Together.
Presented by
King George V Park
Entertainment
Family Festival Atmosphere
Supporting Community Charities
2.5k - 5k - 10k
Local Stalls
About RunFest Rayleigh
Community RunFest Rayleigh is a community running event that brings together families, schools, clubs, local businesses and residents from Rayleigh and across Essex.
More than a race, It's a day that celebrates local pride, wellbeing and the power of community.
Featuring a free 2.5K Children's Run, alongside 5K and 10K routes, Community RunFest Rayleigh is designed to be inclusive and accessible for all ages and abilities. Whether it's a child taking part in their first organised event, a beginner achieving a personal goal, or an experienced runner embracing a new challenge, everyone is welcome.
Held at King George V Playing Fields, the event combines safe, accessible routes with a vibrant Community Festival. Families can enjoy children's activities, live entertainment, local businesses and community organisations, creating a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.
The inaugural event welcomed over 800 registered runners, alongside spectators, volunteers, sponsors and community partners, demonstrating the strength of local support and establishing Community RunFest Rayleigh as a fantastic celebration of health, wellbeing and community spirit.
Built on inclusivity, encouragement and local pride, Community RunFest Rayleigh creates an event where everyone can take part, support one another and enjoy being part of the community.
Supporting Gold Geese
Thank You for Helping Us Raise Over £1,600
Community RunFest Rayleigh was about more than crossing the finish line, it was about coming together as a community to make a positive difference.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our runners, supporters, volunteers, sponsors and local businesses, we are proud to have raised over £1,600 for our official charity partner, Gold Geese.
A huge thank you to everyone who purchased raffle tickets, made a donation or kindly donated prizes. Every contribution has helped support Gold Geese's invaluable work with local children and families affected by cancer.
Gold Geese Charity
Gold Geese offers tailored emotional and practical support to families of children with cancer in South East Essex, providing therapy funding, gifts, trips, transport help, raising awareness, encouraging donations and donors.
A message from Katie
Founder, Gold Geese Charity
"Going through childhood cancer as a family is a nightmare. It hits everyone from the poorly child, to the siblings, the parents, aunts and uncles and grandparents. Everyone.
As a family, my daughter's diagnosis of Leukaemia in 2014 shook us all to our core. We had so much support, which I'll forever be grateful for. After two years of chemotherapy and hospital stays, she finished treatment and we started offering bits of support onto other families, as a "pay it forward" gesture. Since then, the charities been registered and has grown every year.
Gold Geese has supported more than 150 families since then, with things like food shopping, travel, weekends away, end of treatment parties and hundreds of hours of counselling.
We are thrilled to be charity partner for Community RunFest! I'll be running myself and getting my son involved, although he will be streets ahead of me! My daughter will inevitably be photographer for us!"
Against All Odds
Running isn't about being the fastest, it's about feeling welcome enough to start.
Many people want to get active but face real barriers that make starting feel difficult. Community RunFest removes these obstacles to help everyone feel welcome, supported and confident to take part.
Safety
Organised routes, volunteers and shared participation mean you’re never alone - helping you feel safe and supported.
Mental Health
Motivation and confidence can be challenging. Being part of a supportive community can make taking that first step feel easier.
Weather
The British weather isn’t always perfect. This event focuses on enjoyment, not performance - come as you are and do what you can.
Time
Busy schedules can make exercise feel impossible. RunFest encourages realistic participation - even small steps count.
Age
Running has no age limit. Whether you’re young, older, or returning after years away, participation matters more than pace.
Social Media & Screen Time
Unhealthy screen time affects health across generations. Community RunFest promotes supportive, positive participation, in a pressure free environment.
Fitness Levels
You don’t need to be “a runner.” Walking, jogging, stopping and starting are all part of the journey.
Contact Us
Get in touch to sign up for RunFest, volunteer, or become a partner. A member of our team will get back to you soon.