The Athlete’s Foot Fernleigh 15 – 2026

Get ready for one of the Hunter region’s popular community sporting events! The Athlete’s Foot Fernleigh 15 returns on Sunday, 18 October 2026, offering participants an opportunity to run, walk, or roll along the scenic Fernleigh Track in New South Wales, Australia.

Event Details

• Event Name: The Athlete’s Foot Fernleigh 15 – 2026
• Date: Sunday, 18 October 2026
• Location: Newcastle and Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia
• Starting Point: Corner of Park Avenue and Bailey Street, Adamstown NSW 2289
• Finish Location: Belmont TAFE area, Alick Street, Belmont
• Scheduled Event Window: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM AEDT
• Start Window: Approximately 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM AEDT, with staggered group starts
• Organizer: H Events
• Event Category: Sports and Community
• Main Distance: 15 kilometres

What to Expect

The Fernleigh 15 follows a point-to-point route between Adamstown and Belmont along the Fernleigh Track, a former railway corridor now popular for recreational activities.

Participants can take on the 15km challenge by running, walking, or using a wheelchair. The event provides an opportunity to enjoy the surrounding natural scenery while joining a welcoming community sporting occasion.

The event also features the Fernleigh 1500, a separate 1,500-metre race for children under 17.

The Fernleigh Track is closed to the public during the event, allowing participants exclusive access to the course for race-day activities.

Travel and Race Information

The course begins near Park Avenue and Bailey Street in Adamstown and finishes near Belmont TAFE on Alick Street. Optional bus transport back to the starting area may be available through the event organizer.

Participants should check the official event website for current registration availability, race instructions, transport arrangements, and any schedule updates before travelling.

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Official Event Information: https://hevents.com.au/events/fernleigh-15

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