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🚨🏃 SMART Alert: Stafford 10K & Half Marathon – Saturday 20 September 🏃🚨 🟦 S – Situation
The Stafford 10K and Half Marathon will take place on Saturday 20 September, attracting many runners, spectators and support staff across Stafford town centre. The event starts on Victoria Road and finishes in Victoria Park. 🟨 M – Message
Please be aware of increased footfall, traffic congestion, temporary road closures, diversions and parking restrictions throughout the day. 🚗🚶♀️🚶♂️ 🟩 A – Action
✅ Plan journeys in advance and allow extra travel time.
✅ Follow all road closure signs, diversions and steward instructions. -Attached is the road closure map
✅ Consider alternative routes where possible.
✅ Take extra care when driving near the race route due to increased pedestrian activity.
✅ Report any suspicious activity via 101, or 999 in an emergency. 🟥 R – Risk
⚠️ Significant traffic disruption is expected around the start and finish areas.
⚠️ Increased demand for parking and public transport services is likely.
⚠️ Large crowds and road closures may impact travel across Stafford during the event. ⏰ T – Time 📅 Saturday 20 September 2026 Key Event Timings 🏃 10:00 hrs – Half Marathon starts
🏃♀️ 10:10 hrs / 10:15 hrs – Fun Run starts from Victoria Road
🥇 11:10 hrs – Expected return of first runners
🏆 12:30 hrs – Prize Giving at the Bandstand, Victoria Park
✅ 16:00 hrs – Course officially closes 📍 Event Overview 📏 10K: 6.2 miles (10 km) road race
📏 Half Marathon: 13.1 miles (21.1 km) road race
🚩 Start: Victoria Road, Stafford
🏁 Finish: Victoria Park, Stafford
🤝 Organiser: Freedom Leisure 🙏 Thank you for your patience and cooperation while this fantastic community event takes place. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and successful day! 🎉🏃♂️🏃♀️ #Stafford10K #StaffordHalfMarathon #CommunitySafety #EnjoyTheDay | 
