Poppy Half Marathon

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Race in the Poppy Half Marathon to pay your respects to the men and women who lost their lives in war. From the kids race to the half marathon, these events along the Bexhill foreshore are perfect for all runners. Come for the bespoke finisher's medal and to support soldiers and veterans.
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5 K, 10 K, Kid's Race, and 2 more
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Calendar
9:30am Sat 13th Nov 2021 - 12:30pm Sat 13th Nov 2021
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Bexhill, United Kingdom
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4.4
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Where and when
Location
De La Warr Pavilion, Marina, Bexhill, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 1DP, UK
Start times
12:30pm Sat 13th Nov 2021
Half Marathon:
12:30pm
10:30am Sat 13th Nov 2021
10 K:
10:30am
9:30am Sat 13th Nov 2021
5 K:
9:30am
12:00pm Sat 13th Nov 2021
100 K Team Event:
12:00pm
11:45am Sat 13th Nov 2021
Kid's Race:
11:45am
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Poppy Half Marathon
Half Marathon
Distance
13.1mi
£32
10 K
Distance
10km
£22
5 K
Distance
5km
£15
100 K Team Event
Distance
100km
Route information
500m kids fun run - no registration needed, just turn up on the day. All kids receive a finisher's medal in both kids races.
What's included
  • Bespoke medal
  • Custom t shirt
  • Chip-timing
  • Water and fuel stations
  • Medical cover
  • Professional race photos
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How to get there
De La Warr Pavilion, Marina, Bexhill, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 1DP, UK
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Address: De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex, TN40 1DP
Parking
There is plenty of free parking around Bexhill town. There is limited parking in the De La Warr car park which is fee paying. Participants are advised to park around town and by the seafront.
Event day logistics
Race Day Schedule
08:45 Registration Opens
09:30 5km Start
10:30 10km Start
11:45-12:00 Kids 1 Mile Youth Run and 500m Fun Run Start
12:10 Memorial service, National Anthem, Last Post, and 2 minute silence
12:30 Poppy Half Marathon Start (immediately after the memorial service)
Cut Off Times
5k: 1 hour
10k: 1hr 30 mins
Half Marathon: 3hr 30 mins
Water Stations
There will be water stations at the 5km, 8km, 13km, and 16km marks.
FAQs
Will there be toilets at the Poppy Half Marathon?
Yes, there are toilets inside De La Warr Pavillion and also porta-loo toilets around the race start.
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How do I wear the chip-timer?
The timer should be securely fastened around your ankle or onto your shoe. It will not be picked up if you are holding it or you secure it around your hand/arm.
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Is there an age requirement to participate in any of the races?
Yes, participants must be 17 years and above for the Half Marathon, 15 years and above for the 10k, and 13 years and above for the 5k.
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Reviews
4.4
3 reviews
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4.7
Did the race in 2018
An excellent charity event, nice and flat so appealing for a fast time. Wind was tough and challenging. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Excellently organised.
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4.3
Did the race in 2018
Tough in wind but well organised event, good atmosphere
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4.3
Did the race in 2018
Although a flat course I founs this very tough due to running against a strong wind on the sea front!.
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