Run Whitstable & Herne Bay 5k, 10k and Half Marathon - Spring
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About
This fun and friendly event is the perfect way to get involved in running events. With three distances to choose from, there is a challenge available for everyone. You will run out and back along the paths of the scenic coastline of Whitstable and Herne Bay. Don't miss out on the epic atmosphere.
5k, 10k and Half Marathon
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Sun, 26 Mar 2023
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Herne Bay, United Kingdom
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Elevation
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Where and when
Location
Hampton Pier Recreation Ground, Herne Bay, UK
Start times
Sun, 26 Mar 2023
5k:
10:00am | 10k:
10:00am | Half Marathon:
9:00am Races summary
Here's what races are available for Run Whitstable & Herne Bay 5k, 10k and Half Marathon - Spring
5k
5km
£20.00
10k
10km
£20.00
Half Marathon
13.1mi
£25.00
Route information
The course begins and ends at Hampton Pier taking runners east along the coastline to Whitstable. Runners will then turn around and head to the finish.
The course is a flat, fast run along the waterfront. The 5k route turns to head back soon after the 2.5k point and heads back along the beach front. The half marathon does an initial 1.1k out and back towards Hampton / Herne Bay before coming back past the start / finish to do the full 10k section twice.
What's included
- Finisher's Medal
- Chip-timed results
- Marshalled course
- Water stations
- Aid stations
- Bag drop
How to get there
Hampton Pier Recreation Ground, Herne Bay, UK
Get full directionsParking
The event hub is based at Herne Bay. Please note the car park is limited in space so try and park on Hampton Pier Avenue to help avoid congestion.
By Train
Herne Bay Railway station is the closest and around a 10-15 minute walk.
Event day logistics
08:00 Registration open
09:00 Half Marathon starts
09:50 Registration closes
10:00 5k and 10k start
Race Pack
You will receive an email in advance of the race with your race number and details. You will then collect your race pack at registration. The chip will be on the race number which must be placed on an outer garment.
Bag Drop
There will be a bag drop at the event village where you may leave your belongings while you run.
Age Restrictions
All runners in the Half Marathon must be 17 or older on the day of the event. The 5k and 10k races are open to all ages - children are welcome as long as they are supervised by a parent / guardian throughout the event. It is up to the discretion of the parent / guardian to decide if their child is capable of running the distance.
The Fix Events
Fix Events have over a decades worth of experience within the endurance events space, and organise over 70 events per year, varying from running to triathlons to charity events. Their events are well-known for their friendly atmosphere, which makes them great for participants of all abilities and they’re also hosted throughout all of the UK’s major cities - making them easily accessible to everyone. On top of their staple events calendar, the Fix have partnered with charities such as the Movember Foundation, where they delivered over 20 MoRuns throughout the month to thousands of runners.
FAQs
Will I receive my race pack in the post for the Run Whistable & Herne Bay event?
No, you will not receive anything in the post. You must collect your race pack on the morning of the event from the registration desk.
What is the closest train station to the start location for the Run Whistable & Herne Bay event?
Herne Bay station is the closest train station, taking around 10-15 minutes to walk.
Will the Run Whistable & Herne Bay event be chip timed?
Yes, all races will be timed with chip timing.
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