RunThrough Lee Valley VeloPark 1 mile, 5k, 10k, 10 mile, half marathon - June
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From RunThrough Events
4.5 ·
49 reviews
Saturday 29th June 2019
Past event
London
Free–£22.00 · 6 races
5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Join us for an exhilarating day of running at the RunThrough Lee Valley VeloPark event on Saturday, June 29, 2019, in the vibrant city of London, Greater London. Organised by RunThrough Events, this exciting race offers a variety of distances for runners of all levels, including a 1 mile, 5k, 10k, 10 mile, and half marathon.
Set against the backdrop of the iconic Lee Valley VeloPark, a proud venue from the London 2012 Olympics, participants can enjoy a floodlit road circuit that is perfect for testing your limits or fine-tuning your pacing. Each mile is chip-timed, allowing you to track your progress and celebrate your achievements. With enthusiastic cheers from supporters along the way, this event promises to be both inspiring and motivating. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of fitness and fun!
Set against the backdrop of the iconic Lee Valley VeloPark, a proud venue from the London 2012 Olympics, participants can enjoy a floodlit road circuit that is perfect for testing your limits or fine-tuning your pacing. Each mile is chip-timed, allowing you to track your progress and celebrate your achievements. With enthusiastic cheers from supporters along the way, this event promises to be both inspiring and motivating. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of fitness and fun!
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Reviews
4.549 reviews
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Ed Waller
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
Lovely race. I really enjoyed the relatively short lap. The undulations made it a more interesting challenge. Support staff friendly snd effective.
Managed a PB - always a good outcome.
Wished I'd worked out the route from Tube to Velopark as the Olympic site signage was somewhere between inadequate and invisible.
Managed a PB - always a good outcome.
Wished I'd worked out the route from Tube to Velopark as the Olympic site signage was somewhere between inadequate and invisible.
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Frankie Seber
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
The race location and organisers were great, and the fact you complete 13 laps for the half marathon isn’t as bad as I thought it would be, however don’t underestimate the impact of the hills in the 1 mile loop.
It was a great race for me to get back into racing, however the hills tired me out by half way (plus it was a very warm day!) and so it’s not quite a PR track in my opinion. Having said that, despite the hills I was only 1 min outside of my PB time so the race atmosphere still allows you to push yourself!
Next I’ll be booking a nice flat course to try and get that PB!
It was a great race for me to get back into racing, however the hills tired me out by half way (plus it was a very warm day!) and so it’s not quite a PR track in my opinion. Having said that, despite the hills I was only 1 min outside of my PB time so the race atmosphere still allows you to push yourself!
Next I’ll be booking a nice flat course to try and get that PB!
GA
Gail Ansell
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
I did the 10 mile race after changing my distance on the day which was super easy. Volunteers and marshals helped us long the course.
DM
David Morrish
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
Tough repetitive course, but an iconic location and wonderful surroundings. Super friendly and helpful team, lovely bunch. Could have been some better signposting to venue and also once there too, but any questions asked were helpfully answered with a smile.
Crossings the line was slightly underwhelming - just for me I hope. The compere was chatting and others were milling around so no real response for some finishers (unless you were first) .
Medal handed to me and I was ushered away. So I left as soon as I had my bag (which was not securely checked it matched my number)
Crossings the line was slightly underwhelming - just for me I hope. The compere was chatting and others were milling around so no real response for some finishers (unless you were first) .
Medal handed to me and I was ushered away. So I left as soon as I had my bag (which was not securely checked it matched my number)
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Oliver Cousen
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
Facilities are excellent with showers and changing rooms, you will also have lots of room for spectators and see them every mile.
423m elevation for the half marathon race, it is a very hilly course but incredibly rewarding.
423m elevation for the half marathon race, it is a very hilly course but incredibly rewarding.
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Mikhail Rudoi
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Took part in the 2021 edition · 4 years ago
There were facilities with proper changing room, water on course every mile. If you have someone who cheers you, that you can see the person every half a mile.
The course have gradient 135 meters for 10km according to my running watch
The course have gradient 135 meters for 10km according to my running watch
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Steve Holt
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Took part in the 2021 edition · 4 years ago
Enjoyed the event (apart from the weather!), but have a couple of grumbles. The What3Words link left me a 8 min drive from the venue (maybe Waze got it wrong?). The medal was also disappointing as it covered all races and didn't reward me for my half marathon effort!
MY
Maha Yaziji
Reviewing the 2020 edition · 6 years ago
Well organised event and friendly staff.
MY
Maha Yaziji
Reviewing the 2020 edition · 6 years ago
Very well organised. The event was very well organised and met all social distancing rules. I felt safe and at the same time enjoyed the experience.
LH
Lewis Housecat
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Took part in the 2020 edition · 6 years ago
Good race. Good organisation.
Fun and enthusiastic tamberine hype people around the track kept it entertaining.
Will recommend.
Fun and enthusiastic tamberine hype people around the track kept it entertaining.
Will recommend.
KT
Keith Thornton
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Took part in the 2020 edition · 6 years ago
A well organised friendly event. Despite the absolutely foul weather the event went ahead. Full credit to the organisers and event staff who remained upbeat and friendly. A really good event for those looking to get into running, or those looking for a timed blast.
FG
Fynley Gooch
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Took part in the 2020 edition · 6 years ago
Well organised. It was my 11 year old sons first mile run, which he completed in 8 minutes. Very well organised he loved it even though it was very windy on the day. Now has the bug & wants to run again.
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Aidan Adams
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Took part in the 2020 edition · 6 years ago
too hilly.
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Ray Lau
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Took part in the 2020 edition · 6 years ago
Amazing Event. I attended my first half marathon last Saturday. It was a well organised event, the staff were friendly and the signage on the day was great which meant it was easy to find.
NP
Nathan Penness
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Took part in the 2020 edition · 6 years ago
A great run. Really good set up and location, free parking on the day although we used public transport. A variety of distances meant it was available for all runners, and the staff were fantastic. Plenty of water during the race and some lovely snacks for recovery after as well. Some people find the constant loops monotonous however I found it really comforting, however you have to track your own distance via smart watch or by counting your laps, so be prepared! Would do again.
LP
Louise Pardon
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Took part in the 2020 edition · 6 years ago
Great vibe and really well organised. I was a bit worried that 13 laps for a half marathon would be mentally hard but actually the upbeat volunteers around the track set a great vibe and kept you going. So well organised and great flapjacks at the end! 2 choices of medal which was a nice touch.
JN
John Nightingale
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Took part in the 2020 edition · 6 years ago
Cracking event. Well organised, nice laps, and supportive staff.
EG
Ewan Galloway
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Took part in the 2020 edition · 6 years ago
Well organised and family friendly event. Our whole family which includes two young boys completed this event. We had great fun and the organisers were very friendly.
EG
Eleftherios Gkouropoulos
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Took part in the 2020 edition · 6 years ago
It was a really good event.
EB
Esther Balsom
Reviewing the 2020 edition · 6 years ago
Great course. Great course although exposed to the winds.
Their software did not detect my loops I think I did 14 miles instead of 13 .1 miles.
Event ran out of their "seasonal" medals but offered a free entrance to another race.
Showers and changing facilities on site
Think parking was free?
Their software did not detect my loops I think I did 14 miles instead of 13 .1 miles.
Event ran out of their "seasonal" medals but offered a free entrance to another race.
Showers and changing facilities on site
Think parking was free?
Races
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Kids Mile
Free to Under 13 yrs
Entries closedFree
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1 Mile
Entries closed£10.00
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5k
Entries closed£16.00
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10k
Entries closed£18.00
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10 Mile
Entries closed£20.00
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Half Marathon
Entries closed£22.00
Organiser's description
The Lee Valley VeloPark’s one mile floodlit road circuit is the perfect course to test yourself over a new distance or check your pacing with each mile split chip timed for you to view after the race. As one of the London 2012 Olympic venues you can’t help but feel inspired to give it your all on this course as we are there to cheer you all the way round to the finish!!
Location
VeloPark Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Abercrombie Rd London E20 3AB
RunThrough Lee Valley VeloPark 1 mile, 5k, 10k, 10 mile, half marathon - June
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