Gosport Road Runners

With good weather conditions, it is an excellent PB Course and a great community event that normally attracts approximately 1,600 entrants. The start line is conveniently situated 140 meters from Race Headquarters. Runners setting out on this scenic two-lap course have a fabulous stretch along the Lee-on-the-Solent promenade that has far-reaching coastal views of the Isle of Wight. Runners will be hydrated at five water stations; encouraged by some of the most supportive marshals around and have their spirits lifted by the Samba Drum Band at the four- and 10.5-mile point. Runners receive a medal and and Goodie Bag.

To underline the Personal Best (PB) potential of this flat and fast course the top eight men went under 72 minutes last year with Will Grace (1:08:01.8) setting the pace. The top eight women finished inside eighty-seven minutes and the winner was Jen Granger (1:20:16.5) .

A Fun Run and a Young Person’s Challenge Race take place before the main event. There is a 1km Fun Run for children aged under 12 followed by the 2km Challenge Race for the under 17’s.