The Ilminster 10k 2025
6th April @ 10:00 am
The Ilminster 10K 2025
Formerly known as the Minster Milers’ Mash, The Ilminster 10k is an undulating course that takes in the beautiful South Somerset countryside including the magnificent backdrop of the Dillington Estate finishing through the historic Ilminster Town Square.
Partnering with Ferne Animal Sanctuary this is a truly community based event that supports and is supported by local businesses.
The Minster Milers look forward to welcoming you on Sunday 6th April 2025 for a 10am start.
Route
The multi-terrain course will start and end at the Archie Gooch Pavilion, Canal Way, Ilminster and is mainly on road and rolling country lanes: there is just 2.4km (1.5 miles) on playing fields (short grass), farm track and across a field edge. Starting from the Pavilion playing field beneath Herne Hill the first half mile climbs up Britten’s Field and out of Ilminster before joining the public road for a gentle climb towards Kingstone. Turning left back towards Ilminster there is a descent on a wider road leading to a farm track before crossing the Ilminster to Seavington road. Runners then follow a field-side track before taking to the private tarmac roads of Dillington Estate (with some cattle grids to negotiate!). You are then greeted by the beautiful Dillington House as your backdrop before taking a path up and out of the Estate to the Ilminster Beacon, the highest point on the route. Heading downhill you will arrive back in Ilminster town centre, again taking to the footpaths roads through the town up to the famous Minster before turning left and winding your way to and along Canal Way and returning to the finishing line at the Archie Gooch Pavilion.
There will be a water station at approximately 4.5km and the route will be fully distance marked in addition to marshals at key points along the route.
Association of Running Clubs Permit: ARC 25/0083
Parking
There are three public car parks in Ilminster, all within 10 minutes walk of the Race HQ. Some limited parking will be available at the Medical Centre car park adjacent to Race HQ. The Archie Gooch car park is strictly for race officials only.
Race Details
The race will start at 1000. Race HQ opens from 0800. Minimum age for entry is 16 years. Full Chip timing provided by DB Max. Strictly no earphones allowed in accordance with EA and ARC rules.
