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£29.99 - £39.99
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Join this fireworks-themed running event, set at the scenic Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes. Run either a marathon or half marathon distance on the flat course around the lake. Come along to claim your finisher's medal or achieve a new PB.
Marathon 1, Half Marathon and Marathon 2
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Sat, 2 Nov 2024 - Sun, 3 Nov 2024
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Caldecotte, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Bletcham Way, Caldecotte, Milton Keynes MK7 8HP, UK
Start times
Saturday 2 Nov 2024
Marathon 1: 9:30 amHalf Marathon: 9:30 am
Sunday 3 Nov 2024
Marathon 2: 9:30 am
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Fireworks Marathons & Half Marathon
Marathon 1
26.2mi
7 Loops
£39.99
Half Marathon
13.1mi
3 Loops
£29.99
Marathon 2
26.2mi
£39.99
Route information
Runners will be taken on the lakeside paths around Caldecotte Lake to complete their chosen distance. This lapped course is a mix of hard gravel, concrete, and a few yards of mud and grass, making it a great trail run for new and experienced runners alike.
Marathon runners will complete the course 7 and a half times, and Half Marathon runners will lap the course 3 and a half times.
What's included
- Bespoke Finisher's Medal
- Water
- Toilets
- Timekeeper
- Parking
How to get there
Bletcham Way, Caldecotte, Milton Keynes MK7 8HP, UK
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There is a large car park at the pub the Caldecotte Arms and Furzton which is located near the event site.
By Train
Bow Brickhill is the closest train station from the event site, which is just 2 miles from Bletchley and 4.5 miles from Milton Keynes Central. Bow Brickhill is serviced by the Bedford line which runs hourly, so please leave plenty of time to travel.
Bow Brickhill is 150 yards from the number 8 bus stop, which is approximately 10 minutes from the event site.
Event day logistics
09:20 Mandatory race briefing
09:30 Half marathon and marathon start
13:00 Half marathon cut-off time
16:30 Marathon cut-off time
Cut-Off Times
There are cut-offs in place for each distance:
- Marathon - 7 hours
- Half Marathon - 3 hours 30 minutes
Age Requirements
All entrants must be 18 and older to take part in the event.
Race Numbers
Race numbers are to be collected from Race HQ at the Caldecotte Arms. Please leave at least 20 minutes to complete this process.
Bag Drop
While there is no secure baggage drop at the event, the looped-nature of the course means entrants are free to leave their bags at the start/finish as there will always be someone around.
On-Course Nutrition
There will be an area for entrants to leave their own nutrition, but please note no energy gels or drinks will be provided by the organiser so it is up to the entrant to bring their own.
Kit
Nearly all runners wear road shoes at this event as the route takes runners along the lake paths which are mostly wide, hard gravel bike/walking surfaces.
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Can I wear headphones at the Enigma Fireworks Marathons & Half Marathon?
Yes, because the course is not run on open roads headphones are permitted. However the paths are open to the public so please ensure you can hear your surroundings.
Is there parking at the Enigma Fireworks Marathons & Half Marathon?
Yes, there is parking available at the event site.
How old do I have to be to enter the Enigma Fireworks Marathons & Half Marathon?
Entrants must be 18 and older to enter the event.
Do I have to run all three marathons at the Enigma Fireworks Marathons & Half Marathon?
Not at all! You can enter one, or as many as you'd like. It's up to you.
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