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4.8

(114)

HS Sports

Mad Dog 10k

Name: Mad Dog 10k
Start: 2026-02-08
End: 2026-02-08
Location: Southport, Merseyside, UK
Rating: 4.76

Location

Southport, Merseyside, UK

Entry Options

10K

Rating Highlights

4.94 /5

Supporting Staff

4.93 /5

Event Safety

4.93 /5

Course Navigation

Rating Overview

All Time Average

4.76

2026 Average

4.85

Rating Breakdown

Pre-event communication

4.88

Event Logistics

4.86

Supporting Staff

4.94

Event Safety

4.93

Course Navigation

4.93

Course Congestion

4.86

Aid Stations

4.61

Swag

4.79

Sustainability

4.51

Facilities

4.66

Finish Area

4.93

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Features & Characteristics

Degree of Challenge

Ideal for beginners

73% of reviews

Atmosphere

Large Festival Atmosphere

70% of reviews

Location

Urban & Nature Mix

57% of reviews

Running

Flat & Fast

97% of reviews

Awards & Accolades

Racecheck Gold Award - 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Mad Dog 10k take place?

Mad Dog 10k takes place in Southport, Merseyside, UK.

What distances does Mad Dog 10k offer?

Entry options include: 10K.

How is Mad Dog 10k rated by runners?

Mad Dog 10k has an average rating of 4.76 out of 5 from 114 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is Mad Dog 10k like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Ideal for beginners (73% of reviews), Large Festival Atmosphere (70% of reviews), Urban & Nature Mix (57% of reviews), Flat & Fast (97% of reviews).

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4.8

(114)

Laura E.

5.0

· 2026 10K ·

Amazing course and support, everything was top-notch. Can’t wait to race again next year!

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Lee C.

4.7

· 2026 10K ·

Great race and done it a few times. Tiny issue no toilet paper in the toilets.

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Yvonne R.

4.9

· 2026 10K ·

The Marshalls were all amazing! Supportive, kind and encouraging!

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Emma D.

4.8

· 2026 10K ·

First time taking part in Mad Dog and definitely not the last. Thoroughly enjoyed the event! Fantastic atmosphere, support and encouragement so will most definitely be back!

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Paul d.

5.0

· 2026 10K ·

It was my first year running the mad dog 10k. It was a really enjoyable day from start to finish. I would like to say a big thank you to all the staff and volunteers who made the day so good

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Helen C.

4.8

· 2026 10K ·

A great race would definitely do it again but size up at least 2 sizes on t-shirt as they are very small

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Andrew L.

5.0

· 2026 10K ·

A great event, dont think any improvements are needed.

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Craig l.

5.0

· 2026 10K ·

1st time I have jogged the mad dog 10k and was made up how friendly it all felt and how well organised it all was and because off that i re-booked again for 2027 so if your thinking about it have a go i genuinely guarantee you will not be disappointed..and its all for a good caus...

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Alison O.

4.8

· 2026 10K ·

The course was perfectly marked, and the entire event was flawlessly managed. Highly recommended!

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Victoria W.

5.0

· 2026 10K ·

Mad dog 10k is my favourite event run of the year. It’s always so much fun running in fancy dress. The event is so well organised and the marshall’s are brilliant. Love the goodie bag every year. The event t shirts are fabulous and I love the stories written on them!! Highly rec...

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