The Emil Zátopek Run - A fun & active family day out

• 21 September 2025
• 10:00 – 13:00
• £5.00
• Ages 5 – 18 years
• Space for 100 children

Description

Get ready for a day of movement, fun, and community spirit at the fourth annual Emil Zátopek Charity Run! Thames Valley Harriers and the Czech Centre invite you to bring your family, friends, and plenty of energy for a celebration of sport inspired by one of the greatest athletes of all time.

Whether you’re racing for a personal best, joining your first fun run, or simply enjoying the atmosphere, there’s something for everyone — from kids to grandparents.

Launched in 2022 to mark Zátopek’s centennial anniversary, the run was created to raise funds for the Zátopek Athletic Fellowship, empowering young talent from West London to chase their dreams on the track. Proceeds from starting fees, along with all voluntary contributions, continue to support the Fellowship to this day.

This year’s fresh new format includes:
• A 1-MILE CHARITY RUN FOR ALL AGES
&
• QUAD KIDS ATHLETICS – have a go at running, jumping, throwing, and sprinting at the home ground of Linford Christie

You can also look forward to:
• FREE games and other activities by Czech School Without Borders and Okenko.uk
• Pizza and other refreshment
• Medal ceremony & chill-out social after the race

Admission: £10/£5 (under 17s)
All entry fees and donations will contribute towards the Zátopek Athletics Fellowship.

Registration for the 1 mile run and Quad Kids Athletics
• Register online via Entry4Sports (registration link coming soon) by 19 September 2025
• Walk-in registrations on the day are also welcome

More information about the day’s timings will be available soon.

Follow Czech Centre website for updates.

Location

• Linford Christie Stadium
• London
• W12 0DF

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