Thank you to all the stewards who had to brave the wet and cold conditions but always gave encouraging comments to the runners. Also the school venue was perfect for access to the start & finish.
The only suggestion I have is that because the road was flooded in areas near the start, it might have been better to stagger the starts of the 10 mile and 5 mile races in order to reduce the crowding which occurred in the first 1/2 mile where everyone wanted to be in the middle of the road to avoid getting their shoes filled with cold water!

Would also be v good as a summer event

2026 run was a challenging one not just because of the elevation , because the runners had to face sleet , freezing temperatures and lots of puddles. Takes you through a lot of paths , has a trail too as part of the run. This year the rain just beat the view . Otherwise lovely route , lovely challenge. And having a buff instead of a medal due to being a late entry was such a bummer after the amazing challenge.

Na

Course is advertised as tarmac & undulating country lanes, no mention of the long stretch probably a mile of off road, slippy mud bath!

With the number of puddles stretching across the roads and potholes I would question if the race should go ahead - as you had no idea where you were putting your feet.

No idea what was said at the start, as there was no microphone/ speaker so people could hear.

Fair play to all the amazing Marshalls who encouraged all throughout & stood in the rain and freezing conditions!

Very good pre-race communication by email. PA system needed for on the day instructions. Liked mile marking and plenty of enthusiastic marshals braving cold, wet conditions.

Quick and easy number collection, warm up to the start, great atmosphere and super number of friendly encouraging Marshalls

Glad you kept the school location. So easy to park and that's worth plenty.

Poor not to recognise age groups, running week at 60 should be recognised just as much as those in younger age groups

Great atmosphere, well organised & just the right amount of elevation! Will book again thank you

A great race. One of the smaller ones but enjoyable. No road closure but route on quiet enough lanes. Marshals plentiful and very friendly.

With supportive, encouraging marshals

Excellent event

Overall the race is very good and has a nice route. I didn't like the changes to the finish where you now finish on Sandyhurst Lane. It adds challenges as the road isn't closed and didn't feel very safe with the cars driving past