Bournemouth Beach Race
CE
From Challenging Events
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your New Year’s celebrations in style at the Bournemouth Beach Race, hosted by Challenging Events! On Tuesday, December 27, 2022, join fellow runners along the stunning shoreline of Bournemouth Beach as you embrace the challenge of this exciting low tide beach run. With both 5km and 10km distances available, participants will race towards the iconic Sandbanks Beach, starting and finishing on the west side of the pier.
This unique event promises a fun-filled day where groynes add an extra layer of excitement to the course, and furry friends are welcome to join in the adventure—just be sure they’re in suitable harnesses and leads! Gather your friends and consider entering as a team of four for a special discount. Every participant will receive a finisher's medal and a stylish t-shirt to commemorate their achievement. Staggered start times begin at 8:30 AM, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to end the year on a high note!
This unique event promises a fun-filled day where groynes add an extra layer of excitement to the course, and furry friends are welcome to join in the adventure—just be sure they’re in suitable harnesses and leads! Gather your friends and consider entering as a team of four for a special discount. Every participant will receive a finisher's medal and a stylish t-shirt to commemorate their achievement. Staggered start times begin at 8:30 AM, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to end the year on a high note!
Bournemouth Beach Race
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Katherine Moore
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
The run itself was great; although very challenging running on sand, it was a lot of fun. We ran out in trainers but took them off on the way back to run in the sea barefoot (much easier). There were amazing marshalls along the way too - very enthusiastic and encouraging!
My criticism would be the organisation. I had to email the event organisers a few days before the event to request more information and ask how we got our race numbers/start time etc. They also mentioned chip timing but no chips were given (I think someone was manually timing based on our number) and the results table is very confusing with all the 5k times mixed in with the 10k. We initially registered as a group of 4 too but were recorded as individuals. There was a photographer on the day as well but no indication of where we might be able to find photos (nothing on their FB page or website so far other than one group shot).
All in all, a good run if you want something fun but challenging that you can take your time with rather than a "race".
My criticism would be the organisation. I had to email the event organisers a few days before the event to request more information and ask how we got our race numbers/start time etc. They also mentioned chip timing but no chips were given (I think someone was manually timing based on our number) and the results table is very confusing with all the 5k times mixed in with the 10k. We initially registered as a group of 4 too but were recorded as individuals. There was a photographer on the day as well but no indication of where we might be able to find photos (nothing on their FB page or website so far other than one group shot).
All in all, a good run if you want something fun but challenging that you can take your time with rather than a "race".
Event information
Run along the beautiful shoreline of Bournemouth Beach heading out towards Sandbanks Beach.
This event involves running along a beach by the sea. Your safety is our primary concern so we may be required to change the format of the run based on the weather and sea conditions on the day.
This may mean a change in the course, distance you cover or even the withdrawl of the event.
You start and finish on the west side of the pier
This event involves running along a beach by the sea. Your safety is our primary concern so we may be required to change the format of the run based on the weather and sea conditions on the day.
This may mean a change in the course, distance you cover or even the withdrawl of the event.
You start and finish on the west side of the pier
Bespoke finishers medal
T-shirt
T-shirt
Bournemouth Pier Approach, Pier Approach, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5AA
What time does it start?
The run will start from 8:30 with 10k runners starting first. We will set you off in small groups to avoid congestion at the groynes.
Is there a medal?
Yes there is a medal for ALL finishers
Can I run with my dog?
For the Winter event you are able to run with your dog, as long as they are on a suitable running harness.
Will there be an aid station?
There will be a water station on the course at the turn around point. A bottle of water will be available at the finish line. Please recycle where you can.
Can I run with a friend?
Yes! The more the merrier - there is a team entry price for 4 people if you wish to run as a group!
Can children take part?
Yes! The minimum age is 7 and all children remain the responsibility of and must be supervised at all times, by their parent or guardian WHO MUST BE TAKING PART THEMSELVES.
The run will start from 8:30 with 10k runners starting first. We will set you off in small groups to avoid congestion at the groynes.
Is there a medal?
Yes there is a medal for ALL finishers
Can I run with my dog?
For the Winter event you are able to run with your dog, as long as they are on a suitable running harness.
Will there be an aid station?
There will be a water station on the course at the turn around point. A bottle of water will be available at the finish line. Please recycle where you can.
Can I run with a friend?
Yes! The more the merrier - there is a team entry price for 4 people if you wish to run as a group!
Can children take part?
Yes! The minimum age is 7 and all children remain the responsibility of and must be supervised at all times, by their parent or guardian WHO MUST BE TAKING PART THEMSELVES.
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Organiser's description
TRY AND BEAT THE TIDE!
The event is a low tide beach run along the beautiful shoreline of Bournemouth Beach heading out towards Sandbanks Beach. You start and finish on the west side of the pier. Both 5km and 10km distances are available to enter. The groynes will slow you down which is all part of the fun.
Doggy friends are welcome to run with their humans but please make sure they are wearing suitable harnesses and leads.
Why not enter as a team of 4 as well and receive a discount on the price of entry. All entries receive a finishers medal and a t-shirt!
You will be allocated an arrival and start time, these will be staggered throughout the morning. Groups will start with individuals being 2m apart.
Start times will be from 8:30am. Great fun event to end the year on!
The event is a low tide beach run along the beautiful shoreline of Bournemouth Beach heading out towards Sandbanks Beach. You start and finish on the west side of the pier. Both 5km and 10km distances are available to enter. The groynes will slow you down which is all part of the fun.
Doggy friends are welcome to run with their humans but please make sure they are wearing suitable harnesses and leads.
Why not enter as a team of 4 as well and receive a discount on the price of entry. All entries receive a finishers medal and a t-shirt!
You will be allocated an arrival and start time, these will be staggered throughout the morning. Groups will start with individuals being 2m apart.
Start times will be from 8:30am. Great fun event to end the year on!
Location
Bournemouth Pier, Pier Approach, Bournemouth, UK
Bournemouth Beach Race
CE
Challenging Events
On Find a Race
Since
2015
Events
70+
Avg. review
4.4
