Rye Summer Classic Series
From Nice Work
Event summary
Participants can look forward to a flat, out-and-back promenade route that ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience. With opportunities for all ages, including a 1K sprint for children, the Rye Summer Classic Series is not to be missed! Every finisher will receive a bespoke medal, while top performers can win trophies and prizes in various categories. Join us for this unforgettable summer racing extravaganza and make your mark in the beautiful surroundings of East Sussex!
Rye Summer Classic Series
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Races
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Children's Race (July)
Entries closed18:30
£7.68
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10k (July)
Entries closed19:00
£22.46
Organiser's description
This is a Nice Work race
This means that this is an original Nice Work race, fully hosted and organised by us.
Event Overview:
The event takes place within the stunning Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, one of Britain’s most important conservation sites. The race is a chance to see the rare coastal landscape, covering a mosaic of interlocking shingle ridges, saltmarsh, intertidal grazing, reed-beds and saline lagoons. The race is ideal for beginners and experienced runners alike.
Course Details:
The race is a flat, out and back promenade route and it is an accurately measured 10K /5K course. The surface is concrete throughout.
Route Map:
You can view the route maps below. You'll be able to download the route in different formats including GPX.
10K
5K
Available Races/Distances:
10K / 5K / 1K Sprint Children's race
Series Entry / Children's Series Entry
Full list of dates in this series:
Please note, that our 2024 dates are currently provisional and may be subject to change but they typically take place on the first Friday of each month that the series runs for. We will notify anyone with an entry as soon as the date has been confirmed.
5th July 10K (date tbc)
02nd August 10K (date tbc)
06th September 5K (date tbc)
Prizes:
Bespoke medal for all finishers.
Prizes/trophies for 1st, 2nd & 3rd male and female winners.
Prizes/trophies for 1st male and female age group catogories.
Prizes/trophies for 1st male and female affiliated team (three to count)
Series points are based on the results of all 3 races combined.
The series winner receives a free entry into the 2025 Rye Summer Series.
Those who come second and third in the series rankings receive a bespoke trophy for their placing.
Enter the whole series and receive a technical race t-shirt at the final race of the series.
Please note, you will only receive a t-shirt if you purchase a series entry; they will not be given for 3 individual entries.
On-the-day Entry Fees:
10K race: £20.00
5K race: £15.00
Children's race: £6.00
Event information will be sent to all registered entrants prior to race-day.
Location
The Point, Rye Harbour, Rye TN31 7TU
The Point, Rye Harbour, Rye TN31 7TU, UK
Rye Summer Classic Series
Nice Work
Nice Work was established in 1989, then a small family business started with organising the Beckley 10k. The organisation grew with the popularity of running events to the company it is today. Based in Rye, East Sussex we deliver over 200 events year, attracting more than 50,000 entries. We are experts in Race Management. We understand consumer needs and use this information to develop, optimise and enhance the race experience. We are known for our friendly events and creating an inclusive environment for participants of all backgrounds and abilities. We cheer on those crossing the finishing mats at the end of the race as loudly as the lead athletes. Events Of All Sizes And Abilities... We offer everything from small community events to large scale events many in partnership.
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