The Hastings Runners 5 Mile Race

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The Hastings Runners 5 Mile Race
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Race around this fast and flat single-loop course through the town centre of Hastings. You'll enjoy the warm spring sun as you run along the seafront. With first-aiders and a sweep runner at the back, this event provides the perfect security for your very first event.
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5 Mile
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Sun 15th May 2022
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Hastings, United Kingdom
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4.7
(27 Reviews)
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Where and when
Location
Town Hall, Queens Rd, Hastings TN34 1QR, UK
Start times
Sun 15th May 2022
5 Mile:
9:30am
Event summary
Here are the distances available for The Hastings Runners 5 Mile Race
5 Mile
Distance
5mi
CourseRoute
1 Loop
£14 - £16
Route information
Starting outside the historic Town Hall in the centre of Hastings, the course will take runners out onto the Hastings Promenade and past the Hastings Pier. You'll also pass Warrior Square and many more of Hastings' famous landmarks. The course then makes its way back along to the promenade before entering the historic Old Town and returning back to the Town Hall for the finish.
The race is flat, fast and completely traffic-free, with the exception of two initial road closures near the start of the race. Cycle lanes do adjoin the course and runners are advised to consider the safety of cyclists as well as themselves, although there will be marshals along the route to assist you.
What's included
  • Finisher's Medal
  • Marshalled course
  • Way-marked route
  • Toilets
  • Bag Drop
  • On-site parking
  • First-aid
  • Sweep Runner
  • Prizes for category winners
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How to get there
Town Hall, Queens Rd, Hastings TN34 1QR, UK
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By Train
Hastings station is a short 5-minute walk from the start location (Town Hall).
Parking
There is parking available all day in the Priory Meadow Car Park and Priory Street Car Park, costing only £1. Please note that parking is limited, therefore it is encouraged to car-share where possible.
There are also a number of Pay & Display car parks in the surrounding Hastings Town Centre.
Event day logistics
09:30 5-mile race starts
11:15 Children's races start
12:00 Children's races end
*Please arrive early to allow plenty of time to park, register, attach your race number and warm up.
Age Restrictions
You must be aged 16 and over in order to participate.
Race Packs
Entrants who have entered in good time will have their race packs sent in the post 10 days before event day.
Those who have entered in the 10 days before race day will collect their race pack at registration on the day of the event.
If your race pack hasn’t arrived, head to the registration desk at race HQ and you can be issued with a new one.
A full set of race instructions will be sent via email before the event.
FAQs
What is the nearest train station to the start location of The Hastings Runners 5 Mile Race?
Hastings station is the closest station to the start, taking around 5 minutes to walk.
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Will there be toilets available at The Hastings Runners 5 Mile Race?
Yes, there will be toilets available at the start.
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What time shall I arrive to The Hastings Runners 5 Mile Race?
It is advised to arrive at least 45 minutes before the start of the race to allow plenty of time to park, register, attach your race number, and warm up.
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Reviews
4.7
27 reviews
joanne
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
Excellent race very well supported by Hastings Runners
jack
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
Very enjoyable run. Great, friendly marshalling.Would recommend
badrinath
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
Well organised fast course.
tina
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
Great local race and really not to run on the pier.
alan
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
Lovely course, great marshals, nice medals.Our 4th time of running the event, the addition of running the pier was great.Well done Nice work 👍🏻
dionne
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4.0
Did the race in 2022
Great flat race along the beach. Friendly runners and supportive marshals. Would definitely do it again.
beryl
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
It was such a good run with hydration which is greatly appreciated. Marshalls were so helpful and friendly and Uckfield Runners will be back next year in force
david
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4.7
Did the race in 2022
Have run this several times. Unsure why pier was added this time though
colin
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
Nice flat course, mostly. Great views.
joanne
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
My first run other than park run!
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