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ATW Bedford Blues Foundation Half Marathon & 10k

ATW Bedford Blues Foundation Half Marathon & 10k event image ATW Bedford Blues Foundation Half Marathon & 10k event image ATW Bedford Blues Foundation Half Marathon & 10k event image ATW Bedford Blues Foundation Half Marathon & 10k event image

ATW Bedford Blues Foundation Half Marathon & 10k

5.0 · 1 review

Russell Park, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3RH

Butterfly Bridge, River Great Ouse, Bedford MK40 3QF, UK

Sun 23rd July 2023

Starting at 09:00

3 races

£10.60 - £34.98

Organiser's Description

This chip timed event is a sure-fire guarantee to give you the best chance of a PB in the Half-Marathon or 10K, while fundraising for the valuable work of the Bedford Blues Foundation.

The one lap 10k course starts and finishes on the beautiful Bedford Embankment and runs out alongside the flat, tree lined river Ouse. After heading out towards Priory Park and a lap of the beautiful Priory Lake you’ll return to the Embankment over the Town Bridge and hearing the cheers of the crowds at the finish line.

Those tackling the Half Marathon will head back out for a second-lap with a slight extension to make up the accurate 21.1km (13.1 mile) Half Marathon distance.

The course will have both kilometre markers for the 10k and mile markers for the Half Marathon.

The whole route is on traffic-free tarmac or firm paths and with less than 50m of elevation across the 10k, and 100m across the Half Marathon its bound to be a PB buster!

This event is more than just a run. You’ll be warmed up with personal trainers, welcomed home by a professional commentator and your cheer-squad will be kept fed and watered by quality caterers while you run.

A FREE Children’s Fun Run will also take place before the race start (no need to book, just turn up to registration, and you’re welcome to use it as a warm-up for the main event!)

Races

  • Fun Run

    Sun 23rd July 2023

    £10.60

    CLOSED
  • 10k

    Sun 23rd July 2023

    £27.56

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Half Marathon

    Sun 23rd July 2023

    £34.98

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED

Book

  • Fun Run

    Sun 23rd July 2023

    £10.60

    CLOSED
  • 10k

    Sun 23rd July 2023

    £27.56

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED
  • Half Marathon

    Sun 23rd July 2023

    £34.98

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED

Course Details

Both routes start and finish on the Embankment, alongside the beautiful River Ouse.

Both the 10k and Half Marathon will start together at 9:30am

The whole route is on traffic-free tarmac or firm paths and with less than 50m of elevation across the 10k, and 100m across the Half Marathon its bound to be a PB buster!
At the end of the first lap the 10k runners will turn into the finish, while the Half Marathoners will head out for a second lap, with an extended out and back to ensure the accuracy of the course.

What's Included

Great support from the marshals, fabulous race day medal, finish line goodies, free event day photos.

Parking

There is no allocated parking for this race. There are plenty of parking locations in Bedford within a short walk of the Race HQ.

registration

Race numbers will be collected at the the event venue on the morning of the race.

Registration open from 08:00am

The detailed pre-race information will be sent you by email in the week leading up to the event.

Please arrive in sufficient time to collect your race number but do not arrive before registration opens

prizes

Custom designed medal for all finishers!
Add a medal insert to commemorate your time; whether it’s your first race or a new PB! Available to purchase for an additional £8.

Simply add MEDAL INSERT on your registration form and you’ll be sent the insert in the mail shortly after race day, for you to apply to your medal and display proudly!

There will be a prizegiving to the top 3 male and female finishers on the day

There will be full results on the chip timing website both overall and by category

other race info

UKA Medical Policy
An entrant shall be deemed to have made him/herself/their self, familiar with, and agreed to be bound by the UKA Anti-Doping Rules and to submit to the authority of UK Anti-Doping in the application and enforcement of the Anti-Doping Rules.

The UKA Anti-Doping Rules apply to entrants participating in the sport of Athletics, for 12 months from the [date of entry], whether or not the licence holder is a citizen of, or resident in, the UK.

Race Numbers
Please wear your number pinned to the front of your vest.

Parking
There is no allocated parking for this race. There are plenty of parking locations in Bedford within a short walk of the Race HQ.

Changing and Bag Storage
We will not be providing a changing area, therefore please come changed and ready to race. There will be a baggage area provided.

Toilets
Toilets will be provided for the event.

Water Station
There will be water available at various points along the route. These will be advised in the final race info.

Reviews

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5.0

2 reviews

MW
Martin

·7 months ago

A lovely course along the banks of the river in Bedford. Great organisation with efficient baggage drop, easy collection of running number and very well marshalled course - the marshalls were especially encouraging. A flat course that definitely helps for personal bests though there are several sharp turns (both 90 degrees and 180 degrees)
CM
Ciarra

·a year ago

Loved this race! Great course with a variety of scenery and terrains. There were lots of walkers and cyclists around but they made the day even better with their cheering and support. Thanks to the stewards and staff for their amazing support throughout, and the organisers for a great day!

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Dhanamjaya Muddikuppam

Location

Russell Park, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3RH

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