The Amazing Northampton Run Relay
GB
From Go Beyond
Sunday 17th September 2023
Past event
09:30
Northampton
£56.70 · 1 race
Half Marathon
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Amazing Northampton Run Relay, organized by Go Beyond, on Sunday, 17th September 2023! This exciting event takes place in the heart of Northampton, Northamptonshire, and features a scenic loop starting at the historic Market Square. Runners will traverse past iconic locations, including Sixfields Stadium, Franklin’s Gardens, and The County Ground, while enjoying the beauty of two parks and the vibrant university campus along the way.
Whether you're ready to tackle the full course or prefer a more social experience, the Amazing Northampton Run Relay offers a perfect opportunity to team up with friends. As a team of three, you'll break the course into three manageable stages: Stage 1 is approximately 4.1 miles to Franklin’s Gardens, followed by Stage 2, which covers about 4.4 miles to Abington Park Museum Entrance, and finally, Stage 3, wrapping up with a 4.6-mile run to the finish line back at the Market Square. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a fantastic community event that celebrates health, teamwork, and the beautiful city of Northampton!
Whether you're ready to tackle the full course or prefer a more social experience, the Amazing Northampton Run Relay offers a perfect opportunity to team up with friends. As a team of three, you'll break the course into three manageable stages: Stage 1 is approximately 4.1 miles to Franklin’s Gardens, followed by Stage 2, which covers about 4.4 miles to Abington Park Museum Entrance, and finally, Stage 3, wrapping up with a 4.6-mile run to the finish line back at the Market Square. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a fantastic community event that celebrates health, teamwork, and the beautiful city of Northampton!
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Half Marathon Relay
Team of 3Price per team of3
Entries closed£56.70 per team
Event information
A beautiful 13.1 mile route taking in the architecture, history and culture of Britain’s largest town. Elevation is +470 Ft and – 463 Ft.
Stage 1 – Start to Franklins Gardens Rugby Stadium (4.1 miles approx.) walking route back to the finish – (1.2 miles)
Stage 2 – Franklins Gardens Rugby Stadium (1.2 miles from the start, see link above) to the Abington Park Museum Entrance (4.4 miles approx.) walking route back to the finish (1.5 miles)
Stage 3 – Abington Park Museum Entrance (1.5 miles from the start please see link above) to the Finish (4.6 miles approx.)
Stage 1 – Start to Franklins Gardens Rugby Stadium (4.1 miles approx.) walking route back to the finish – (1.2 miles)
Stage 2 – Franklins Gardens Rugby Stadium (1.2 miles from the start, see link above) to the Abington Park Museum Entrance (4.4 miles approx.) walking route back to the finish (1.5 miles)
Stage 3 – Abington Park Museum Entrance (1.5 miles from the start please see link above) to the Finish (4.6 miles approx.)
Medal and commemorative T Shirt
There is parking for over 2000 vehicles in the town centre. The Ridings Car Park will not be accessible on race day. At the time of writing car parking is free on Sundays!
Abington Street,Northampton
TOILETS
There will be portable toilets in front of the Guildhall.
BAGGAGE TRANSFER
A bag drop facility for small bags will be available at the start area. Discarded pre-race clothing only will be collected for the Hope Centre Charity so please wear something nice!
AID STATIONS
There are 4 aid stations providing water in recyclable paper cups. 2.5 miles – Sixfields Car Park entrance; 5.3 miles – The Racecourse; 7.7 miles – Park Avenue South and 10.5 miles – The Arc , Midsummer Meadow.
There will be portable toilets in front of the Guildhall.
BAGGAGE TRANSFER
A bag drop facility for small bags will be available at the start area. Discarded pre-race clothing only will be collected for the Hope Centre Charity so please wear something nice!
AID STATIONS
There are 4 aid stations providing water in recyclable paper cups. 2.5 miles – Sixfields Car Park entrance; 5.3 miles – The Racecourse; 7.7 miles – Park Avenue South and 10.5 miles – The Arc , Midsummer Meadow.
CUT OFF AND PACERS
The cut off time for the race is 3 hours.
HEADPHONES
In accordance with the UKA rules the wearing of “in ear” headphones is NOT permitted in a race where roads are open to traffic. Yes bone conductor headphones are permitted but we would rather that you communicate with and encourage your fellow runners!
AGE LIMIT
The age limit for the half marathon is 17 on the day of the race in accordance with the UKA Licence Standards
The cut off time for the race is 3 hours.
HEADPHONES
In accordance with the UKA rules the wearing of “in ear” headphones is NOT permitted in a race where roads are open to traffic. Yes bone conductor headphones are permitted but we would rather that you communicate with and encourage your fellow runners!
AGE LIMIT
The age limit for the half marathon is 17 on the day of the race in accordance with the UKA Licence Standards
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Organiser's description
Join us for the inaugural Amazing Northampton Run in 2023! A loop around the town, starting at the historic Market Square, following the river past Northampton’s three main sporting grounds; Sixfields stadium (football), Franklin’s Gardens (rugby) and The County Ground (cricket), through two beautiful parks, passing through the modern University campus and returning to the Market Square.
If you are not ready for the full distance why not grab a couple of friends and run this as a relay? As a team of 3 you will break the course down into 3 stages:
Stage 1 – Start to Franklins Gardens Rugby Stadium (4.1 miles approx.) please click here for the walking route back to the finish – (1.2 miles)
Stage 2 – Franklins Gardens Rugby Stadium (1.2 miles from the start, see link above) to the Abington Park Museum Entrance (4.4 miles approx.) please click here for the walking route back to the finish (1.5 miles)
Stage 3 – Abington Park Museum Entrance (1.5 miles from the start please see link above) to the Finish (4.6 miles approx.)
If you are not ready for the full distance why not grab a couple of friends and run this as a relay? As a team of 3 you will break the course down into 3 stages:
Stage 1 – Start to Franklins Gardens Rugby Stadium (4.1 miles approx.) please click here for the walking route back to the finish – (1.2 miles)
Stage 2 – Franklins Gardens Rugby Stadium (1.2 miles from the start, see link above) to the Abington Park Museum Entrance (4.4 miles approx.) please click here for the walking route back to the finish (1.5 miles)
Stage 3 – Abington Park Museum Entrance (1.5 miles from the start please see link above) to the Finish (4.6 miles approx.)
Location
1 Abington Street, Northampton, NN1 2, United Kingdom
The Amazing Northampton Run Relay
