Watersons HALE 10k
SG
From Sensation Group
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of running at the Watersons HALE 10K, organized by the Sensation Group! On Sunday, February 19th, 2023, Altrincham in Cheshire will come alive as 1,500 enthusiastic runners hit the closed roads for this eagerly awaited second edition of the race. The 10K course promises an exhilarating experience, starting in the charming village of Hale, weaving through its vibrant center, and venturing out along beautiful country lanes before culminating in the stunning grounds of Ashley Hall.
In addition to the 10K, young athletes and those seeking a shorter distance can participate in the ASHLEY 3K race, which takes place an hour earlier in the picturesque grounds of Ashley Hall. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, athletic achievement, and scenic views at this exciting event!
In addition to the 10K, young athletes and those seeking a shorter distance can participate in the ASHLEY 3K race, which takes place an hour earlier in the picturesque grounds of Ashley Hall. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, athletic achievement, and scenic views at this exciting event!
Watersons HALE 10k
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4.23 reviews
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Andrea Roberts
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Took part in the 2024 edition · 2 years ago
I enjoyed the atmosphere and the run itself very much, but the time before the start was very stressful. Parking and toilet facilities were problematic. It took me an hour from joining the queue for the car park to get to the race start. More matting was needed on the field as cars were getting stuck and 6 loos at the race start and end locations were not enough.
Thank you for your feedback. We take all comments on board and will be working hard to improve operations for next year to resolve the issues.
There were 8 loos at Ashley Hall and 12 at the 10K start line, but we will be increasing this for next year.
There were 8 loos at Ashley Hall and 12 at the 10K start line, but we will be increasing this for next year.
SG
Sensation Group
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Anita Banerji
Reviewing the 2024 edition · 2 years ago
The course was lovely, but you can’t get there on public transport and so we ended up sat for 45 mins in a queue for the car park crawling along.
Thank you for your feedback. We did experience some traffic flow issues due to the heavy rain overnight but we will ensure this is resolved for next year.
SG
Sensation Group
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Mark Durston
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 2 years ago
Great event, beautiful course and good organisation
Races
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10k Unaffiliated
Standard entry when no affiliation to a running club
Entries closed£25.00
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10k Affiliated
Entry when affiliated to a running club
Entries closed£23.00
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Ashley Hall 3k
Part road, part grass
Entries closed£10.00
Event information
It’s a fantastic course with very little elevation gain. Starting on South Downs Road the race heads north west towards Bowdon Cricket & Hockey Club before turning right onto Marlborough Road, passing Altrincham Grammar and then turning right at the Bowdon traffic lights on Ashley Road.
The race then travels along Ashley Road, past the clock tower and over the railway heading straight down the road past all the shops and restaurants before heading out into the Ashley countryside. Just after 4km the route forks left down Castle Mill Lane, until a right turn down Back Lane just before 6km.
At the end of Back Lane the race turns right onto Tanyard Lane and left onto Castle Mill Lane again heading the opposite direction. This is where the lead runners will be visible to the main field of runners with the road split into 2. At the junction the route takes a left turn onto Cow Lane, following the road under the M56 and into Ashley village. At The Greyhound Pub the route goes right onto the Knutsford road, passing Ashley Station and then turning right into the South Gate of Ashley Hall.
The race then continues along the private lane all the way to Ashley Hall and the finish.
The race then travels along Ashley Road, past the clock tower and over the railway heading straight down the road past all the shops and restaurants before heading out into the Ashley countryside. Just after 4km the route forks left down Castle Mill Lane, until a right turn down Back Lane just before 6km.
At the end of Back Lane the race turns right onto Tanyard Lane and left onto Castle Mill Lane again heading the opposite direction. This is where the lead runners will be visible to the main field of runners with the road split into 2. At the junction the route takes a left turn onto Cow Lane, following the road under the M56 and into Ashley village. At The Greyhound Pub the route goes right onto the Knutsford road, passing Ashley Station and then turning right into the South Gate of Ashley Hall.
The race then continues along the private lane all the way to Ashley Hall and the finish.
PRIZES
There is £1,500 in prize money, product prizes and a trophy to first man & first woman. Prizes are awarded to Open (1st, 2nd, 3rd), and winners of 40+, 50+ and 60+ male & female categories.
MEDALS & SUSTENANCE
All finishers receive a stunning race medal with bespoke lanyard. There is water & hydration drinks as well as banana’s & chocolate bars for all 10K finishers
TIMING
All runners will be provided with a D-Tag timing chip located on the back of their running number, This will record your individual time from when you personally cross the start line to when you cross the finish line.
RESULTS
Full results will be available shortly after completion of the race.
DRINK STATION
There will be a water station at 5km and at the finish.
PARKING AND THE START
Parking is strictly only available at Ashley Hall and is £3 per car when bought in advance when entering and £5 on the day. This money contributes to some of the costs for the extra trackway and parking staff booked in for 2023. The car park is where the race finishes and so your car will be in the perfect place for you after the race. The roads will be closed around Hale from 9:45am and parking will be limited or not available in most nearby roads.
The start is on South Downs Road and you will need to be there 10 minutes before the start gun which is at 10:15am.
TRACKING
Your friends and family can track you on the day for when you cross the start line, the 5km half way point and at the finish.
There is £1,500 in prize money, product prizes and a trophy to first man & first woman. Prizes are awarded to Open (1st, 2nd, 3rd), and winners of 40+, 50+ and 60+ male & female categories.
MEDALS & SUSTENANCE
All finishers receive a stunning race medal with bespoke lanyard. There is water & hydration drinks as well as banana’s & chocolate bars for all 10K finishers
TIMING
All runners will be provided with a D-Tag timing chip located on the back of their running number, This will record your individual time from when you personally cross the start line to when you cross the finish line.
RESULTS
Full results will be available shortly after completion of the race.
DRINK STATION
There will be a water station at 5km and at the finish.
PARKING AND THE START
Parking is strictly only available at Ashley Hall and is £3 per car when bought in advance when entering and £5 on the day. This money contributes to some of the costs for the extra trackway and parking staff booked in for 2023. The car park is where the race finishes and so your car will be in the perfect place for you after the race. The roads will be closed around Hale from 9:45am and parking will be limited or not available in most nearby roads.
The start is on South Downs Road and you will need to be there 10 minutes before the start gun which is at 10:15am.
TRACKING
Your friends and family can track you on the day for when you cross the start line, the 5km half way point and at the finish.
Parking is at Ashley Hall, where race control and the finish line is. It is £3 in advance or £5 on the day.
It takes 10 minutes to walk from the event car park at Ashley Hall to the start line on South Downs Road. It's 1.2km away so you could run it (as a warm up) in less than that!
There is a station in Hale exactly 1km away from the start line. After arriving at the station, head out onto the main road (Ashley Road) turning left to walk through the main high street, past all the shops until you reach South Downs Road on the right and the start line.
Driving to the official car park (and finish line) at Ashley Hall, Ashley Rd, Ashley, Altrincham WA14 3QA
Driving to the official car park (and finish line) at Ashley Hall, Ashley Rd, Ashley, Altrincham WA14 3QA
Organiser's description
The Watersons HALE 10K is set to take place on Sunday 19th February 2023 with 1,500 runners taking to the closed roads for this much anticipated 2nd year of the race.
The course is superb, starting in Hale and leading through the center of the thriving village before heading out to Ashley, along the picturesque country lanes, and finishing in the grounds of the magnificent Ashley Hall.
There is also the ASHLEY 3K race too in the grounds of Ashley Hall for the younger runners or those who prefer a shorter distance, an hour before the 10K.
The course is superb, starting in Hale and leading through the center of the thriving village before heading out to Ashley, along the picturesque country lanes, and finishing in the grounds of the magnificent Ashley Hall.
There is also the ASHLEY 3K race too in the grounds of Ashley Hall for the younger runners or those who prefer a shorter distance, an hour before the 10K.
Location
South Downs Road, Altrincham, WA14 3, United Kingdom
Watersons HALE 10k
SG
Sensation Group
Bespoke events with Altitude. Founders and organisers of THE ROC, Abersoch Triple Crown and the Hale 10K.
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Since
2015
Events
50+
Avg. review
4.4
