Lesnes Abbey 5 - 2025

Plumstead Runners are pumped that Rick Pearson, Senior Editor of Runner’s World, ‘liked everything about the Lesnes Abbey 5’ — the stunning course, the back to basics ethos and the volunteer-led community around the race. 🏃‍♂️
The full review will be out in the autumn 👌

🏃‍♀️ Top 3 Female Finishers – Lesnes Abbey 5 (2025) 🌟
A huge shoutout to Charlotte (Greenwich Tritons Triathlon Club, Danielle (Rochford Running Club) and Jessica (Runhead AC) for taking the top spots in the women’s race at this year’s Lesnes Abbey 5! 💪✨

Inspiring performances on an incredibly tough course, a brilliant display of determination, grit, and racing excellence from start to finish.

Massive congratulations to all our runners, and thank you for being part of such a special event. We look forward to seeing you all back in 2026!

📊 Full results:
👉 https://www.plumsteadrunners.co.uk/lesnes-abbey-5-results

📸 Photos courtesy of Rob Thom –

🏃‍♂️ Top 3 Male Finishers – Lesnes Abbey 5 (2025) 🏆
What a race! Big congratulations to Danny and John (both Cambridge Harriers) and Ian (Kent AC) for claiming the top three male positions at the Lesnes Abbey 5 – 2025 👏🔥

Fantastic performances on a seriously challenging course, and a brilliant showcase of competitive racing from start to finish.

A huge thank you to everyone who took part in the 4th edition of the Lesnes Abbey 5 — your support and enthusiasm made the day what it was.

📊 Check out the full results here:
👉 https://www.plumsteadrunners.co.uk/lesnes-abbey-5-results

📸 Lesnes Abbey 5 – 2025 Photos 📸
Huge thanks to Rob Thom for capturing some brilliant moments from the race!

Tag your running friends and relive the race! ✨

Lesnes Abbey 5 2025 photos courtesy of Demi Wait + more pics still to come of the top finishers, runners crossing the finish line and around the ruins 💥

What a day! Thanks to all our runners for taking part and our merry band of marshals who made it all possible!

Official results will be posted soon📋

Pics courtesy of Demi Wait - more to come 😃

The weather is looking PERFECT for the Lesnes Abbey 5 mile trail race tomorrow.

Entries close at 6pm today...

Sign up now:
https://racesignup.co.uk/lesnes-abbey-5

Nearly one week to go…

https://racesignup.co.uk/lesnes-abbey-5

Join us for a fantastic morning of fitness for the whole family at Lesnes Abbey Woods on Sunday 14th December! 🌳

Start the day with Junior parkrun at 9am, enjoy a ☕️ or hot chocolate and some 🍰 at Chesnuts kiosk, then take on the Lesnes Abbey 5 race at 11am 💪

Whether you’re running, cheering, or just enjoying the atmosphere, it’s the perfect way to spend a Sunday morning outdoors 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️✨

Sign up now:
https://racesignup.co.uk/lesnes-abbey-5

📣Exciting news!
Runner’s World magazine will be joining us at this year’s Lesnes Abbey 5 to run and review the race!

Why not come along too? It’s a stunning, fun and challenging 5-mile course through Lesnes Abbey Woods — perfect for trail fans of all levels.

👉 Sign up here: https://racesignup.co.uk/lesnes-abbey-5