Portchester Castle 5km Summer Series

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  • Date Wed 14th August 2019
  • Time 19:00
  • Location Fareham, Portchester, Hampshire
  • Price £12.37
  • Races 1 race

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating Portchester Castle 5km Summer Series, organized by Rural Running, on Wednesday, August 14, 2019. Set against the stunning backdrop of the historic Portchester Castle in Fareham, Hampshire, this race promises an unforgettable evening of fun, fitness, and scenic views. Starting at 19:00, participants will enjoy a beautifully designed flat course that winds around the picturesque shoreline at the upper reaches of Portsmouth Harbour.

This series consists of five exciting races, all taking place on Wednesday evenings, making it the perfect mid-week activity for runners of all levels. After the race, don’t miss the chance to relax and socialize at a post-race gathering at the Portchester Sailing Club—what a fantastic way to celebrate your accomplishment! With convenient facilities including distance markers, toilets, and free parking available, the Portchester Castle 5km Summer Series is an event you won’t want to miss. Grab your running shoes and be part of this vibrant running community!

Portchester Castle 5km Summer Series

Wed 14th August 2019

Four runners in blue shirts, three men and one woman, approaching the finish line in a grassy area with stone ruins in the background. Onlookers sit on the grass, and a small dog is seen in the foreground. The runners are smiling and appear to be joyful.

Organiser's Description

A race series which takes place in the shadow of the iconic and imposing Portchester Castle, and around the shoreline at the upper reaches of Portsmouth Harbour. All five races in the series take place on Wednesday evenings at 19:00.  Beautiful course, taking in the iconic castle and views across the upper reaches on Portsmouth Harbour. We are also planning a post race gathering at Portchester Sailing Club. What better way to spend a summers evening!.Facilities:Distance MarkersToiletsFree Car parking available at the startLaps 1Profile: flatSurface: Multi Terrain

Races

  • Summer 5k Series Race 4 (Cancelled)

    Wed 14th August 2019 (19:00)

    £12.37

    CLOSED
What's Included

Distance Markers

Toilets

Post-race get together at Portchester Sailing Club

Medal and trophies at the end of the series

Location

Portchester Castle, Church Lane, Portchester, Fareham, Hampshire PO16 9QW

Parking

Free car parking is available at the start

How To Get There

By road: The Castle is on the South side of Portchester, off the A27, or Junction 11 of the M27. Use postcode PO16 9QW for Satnav.

By bus: The bus from Portsmouth takes 33 minutes and costs £2 - £3. The Number 3 bus runs from Fareham bus station to Portchester every 20 minutes.

By train: Portchester train station is situated on the West Coastway Line between Brighton and Southampton. South Western Railway provides an off-peak service of three trains per hour from London Waterloo, and two trains per hour each from Portsmouth & Southsea and Southampton Central. It's then a walk of a 1.6 miles from the train station to the Castle. You can shorten the walk by catching the number 3 bus heading towards Portsea, and alight outside the White Hart.

Event Details

A flat, one lap multi-terrain course in the shadow of the iconic and imposing Portchester Castle, and around the shoreline at the upper reaches of Portsmouth Harbour.

A friendly and supportive event, regardless of your speed/capabilities

All races in the series take place on Wednesday evenings at 1900.

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Location

221 Castle St, Portchester, Fareham PO16 9QW, UK

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