Bishop’s Stortford Running Festival Announces Partnership with Bishop’s Stortford College
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The organisers of the Bishop’s Stortford Running Festival 2026 are delighted to announce a new partnership with Bishop’s Stortford College, further strengthening the event’s commitment to community, wellbeing and local engagement.
Taking place on Sunday 24th May 2026, the inaugural running festival will feature a 5K, 10K and Half Marathon, with routes passing through the College’s campus and Town Centre. The event aims to bring together runners of all abilities while celebrating health, fitness and community spirit.
Bishop’s Stortford College has long been recognised for its dedication to educational excellence, sport and the development of well-rounded individuals. With a strong emphasis on participation, resilience and personal growth, the College’s values closely align with the ethos of the running festival.
The partnership reflects a shared ambition to promote active lifestyles, inclusivity and opportunities for people of all ages to engage in sport. By working together, both organisations hope to inspire greater participation in physical activity across the local community and create an event that the town can be proud of.
Will Sandy, Co-Founder, The Bishop’s Stortford Running Festival
“We’re incredibly pleased to be partnering with Bishop’s Stortford College. Their commitment to education, wellbeing and sport makes them a natural fit for the festival. As a first-year event, it’s important to us that we work with organisations that genuinely care about the local community, and the College embodies that.”
Emma Tumelty, Operations and Commercial Director, Bishop’s Stortford College
“We are delighted to support the Bishop’s Stortford Running Festival. Encouraging participation in sport and promoting healthy lifestyles are the cornerstone of our sports provision, and we are committed to creating a thriving, inclusive, and high-performing sports culture that reflects our core values of Belonging, Scholarship, and Character. We are proud to be part of the Festival; an event that brings the community together in such a positive way.”
The Bishop's Stortford Running Festival is expected to attract hundreds of participants and spectators, with further partnerships and event details to be announced in the coming months.