RunThrough Lee Valley Velo Park - August 2023
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£10 - £30
About
Take on this multi-distanced event at the iconic Olympic venue. This 1-mile looped course is flat and perfect for all abilities looking to achieve a summertime PB. Come to run on the grounds blessed by professional athletes and earn your medal.
Half Marathon , Group of 6 Booking, 10 Mile, and 4 more
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9:00am Sat 26th Aug 2023 - 10:30am Sat 26th Aug 2023
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London, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Velodrome, Abercrombie Rd, London E20 3AB, UK
Start times
9:00am Sat 26th Aug 2023
Half Marathon :
9:00am | Group of 6 Booking:
9:00am 9:45am Sat 26th Aug 2023
10 Mile:
9:45am 10:30am Sat 26th Aug 2023
10k:
10:30am 10:00am Sat 26th Aug 2023
5k:
10:00am 10:15am Sat 26th Aug 2023
1 mile:
10:15am | Kids' Mile:
10:15am Races summary
Here's what races are available for RunThrough Lee Valley Velo Park - August 2023
Half Marathon
13.1mi
£30
10 Mile
10mi
£28
10k
10km
£26
5k
5km
£24
Route information
Terrain: Road
Elevation: Flat
Elevation: Flat
The course is a closed-off 1-mile loop around the iconic 2012 Olympic Velodrome. Competitors will need to complete 3 laps for 5k, 6 for the 10k, 10 for the 10 miles and 13 for the half marathon. This course will offer a unique chip-timed one-mile splits which will be available after the race.
How to get there
Velodrome, Abercrombie Rd, London E20 3AB, UK
Get full directionsBy Rail
Nearest station/tube: Stratford / Stratford International
Lee Valley VeloPark is a 20-minute walk from both stations.
Lee Valley VeloPark is a 20-minute walk from both stations.
By Bus
Several bus routes connect to Stratford and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park with the key routes being: 388, 308, 339, 97 and N205 which all stop near Lee Valley VeloPark
By Taxi
If you wish to depart from Stratford or Stratford International using a taxi then Westfield Stratford City have the Stratford City Cars Taxi Lounge located outside Waitrose on the lower ground Floor (near car park A).
By Car
Car parking at Lee Valley VeloPark is limited and it is strongly advised you travel by public transport, however if travelling by car is essential, we are situated 5 minutes from the A12.
Parking
Parking is no longer free at the VeloPark, please follow the signs to the parking machines and follow the instructions on the machine, otherwise you will receive a fine. There are blue badge holder spaces are available at this car park.
You can also park at Westfield next to the Stratford international train station.
By Bike
There are cycle routes connecting Lee Valley VeloPark to local residential areas as well as the cycle routes through Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The venue is close Sustrans National Cycle Network Route 1 and Barclays Cycle Superhighway CS2. Bike racks are available at the venue.
Event day logistics
09:30 Half Marathon starts
09:45 10 Mile starts
10:00 5k starts
10:15 1 Mile & Kids Mile start
10:30 10k starts
12:00 Event ends
Registration
The event village and registration will be located at the VeloPark in the Olympic Park.
Please ensure you arrive in plenty of time in order to complete the registration process, attach your race number and warm up.
Race Pack
Race Packs must be collected on the day of the event, before the start of your race, from registration. Please be aware that you will not receive anything in the post.
Age Requirements
- 5k: Entrants must be 11 years of age or older to participate
- 10k: Entrants must be 15 years of age or older to participate
- 10 mile and Half Marathon: Entrants must be 17 year of age or older to participate
Bag Drop
There will be a secure area where bags can be left, though it is recommended that you bring as little baggage as possible. Your bag tag is attached to your race number which you can tear off and attach to your bag.
Refreshments
There will be water stations after each lap of the race and at the finish where flapjacks and bananas will be waiting for finishers.
Headphones
It is not recommended that you wear headphones during the race so you stay alert to what is going on around you and hear the encouragement from marshals and spectators. There will also be pedestrians on the paths you'll be running who you'll need to be aware of.
Race Results
Your race timings will be published on the RunThrough results page after the race.
Race start
After the warm-up, estimated finish times will be called to the starting pen where the marshals will guide you to the start.
The Finish
Do not stop in the finish area, continue through the finish until you pass the medals and are in an open space. Please leave the race village as soon as possible after the race to avoid groups congregating.
Spectator Info
Spectators are highly encouraged to get down to the VeloPark to cheer on their friends and family. The looped nature of the track makes for a great place to spot runners a few times.
FAQs
Where can I find results from the Lee Valley VeloPark - August?
Results will be available on the RunThrough results page after the race.
Will there be refreshments at the Lee Valley VeloPark – August?
There is a water station at the end of every lap, and you will be able to enjoy fruit and RunThrough's famous flapjacks after the race. There is also a cafe on site.
Will there be a place to store my baggage at the Lee Valley VeloPark – August?
There will be a secure area where you can leave your baggage. RunThrough recommend you bring as little baggage as possible.
Can I bring my dog to the Lee Valley VeloPark - August?
Unfortunately, no dogs are allowed in Lee Valley VeloPark.
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