Wokingham Half Marathon

Wokingham Half Marathon is open to anyone aged 17 years and over on race day.

Team Competition –

Mens and Womens club teams 4 to score, combined time. The results are calculated on the combined finish time for the first four competitors within their club.

Awards & Prizes

1/2/3 Male & Female Open, V40, V50, V60 plus cash prizes

Start Time - 10.00am (we have a 3 hour, 10 minute cut off time).

Water Stations x 4.

Xempo Pace team with pacers from 1 hour 15 minutes.

Results on the website Sunday pm.

Race Parks will arrive in the post approx 7 – 10 days before race day.

Race Pack includes - Race number (time chip is on the race number) please fill in the medical form on the reverse of the number. Kit tag to attach to your bag if you use the kit tent. Safety Pins for your race number (worn on the front) and a race guide.

The water stations are located at 3 miles, 5 miles, 7.5 miles and 9.5 miles.

Medical points are located around the route, please speak to the marshals if you are feeling unwell and they will call for medical back up.

Is the race route closed to traffic?

Yes there are road closures in place to facilitate the race. You can find details of the road closure schedule here.

Can I run with a baby Jogger?

Dogs, baby joggers, baby strollers, skateboards, Nordic sticks, rollerblades, hand cycles, Kangoo Jumps, stilts, crutches, unauthorised bicycles or any other wheeled device are not permitted on the course.

Can I wear headphones?

The race route is fully closed so it is up to you but we prefer you don’t.  Headphones can inhibit the communication of important warnings or information from emergency staff and stewards. If you must wear them please leave one ear out.

Onsite Facilities – Changing rooms and shower facilities are available within Cantley Park. Kit tents are provided near the start and finish. Plastic bin bags and labels will be available at the kit tents. All bags either your own or a bin bag must have a label attached before being left at the kit tent. Any belongings are left at owners risk.

Race Number and Chip – Please ensure that you secure your race number to the front of your running vest. All competitors must complete the Important Runner Information on the back of the race number. If you have a medical condition which will need consideration should you be taken ill, please mark the front of your number with a black cross. If you feel unwell before the race, or have not been well for a few days prior to the event, please do not start.

Drink Stations – Water stations on route will be at approximately 3, 5, 7.5 and 9.5 miles. There will be a water station and free hot drinks available at the finish for all competitors.

First Aid – Medical services are provided on route, along with radio communications. If you feel unable to complete the course, please wait with a marshal for the follow-up vehicle which will transport you back to Cantley Park.

Race Pack – The Race Officials Reserve The Right To Require Runners Not Past 6 Miles In 1 Hour 15 Minutes Or 10 Miles In 2 Hours To  Board The Sweeper Coach And Be Taken Back To Cantley.

Toilets – Are located within Cantley between the start and kit tents. A few additional toilets are placed by the main gate. On the course they are positioned behind the water station at Hurst Cricket Club.

Refreshments – We will be providing hot drinks, cold drinks and assorted “tuck shop” items throughout the day. A free hot or cold drink is available for all runners at the end of the race. This can be found near the start line. A food outlet will also be available within Cantley.

Results – Results will be published on our website and on Sportsystem’s website. We will endeavour to get the results published within 24 hours. Please be patient.

Emergency Information – As the race takes place when bad weather can prevail the decision to cancel the event may be taken at short notice, please tune to local radio stations in the area  Heart Berkshire FM (102.9 and 97.0) and BBC Radio Berkshire (104.4 and 95.4 FM). Every effort will be made to have the local radio stations in the London, Oxfordshire and South Coast areas broadcast any cancellation news. Our website will also be kept up to date with any relevant information or check the Runner’s forums.In the event of cancellation, no entrant will be entitled to a refund. The decision to cancel will be taken by the Race Referee taking into account advice from the police and Wokingham Borough Council. Please check the website for up-to-date information. DO NOT PHONE LOCAL RADIO STATIONS OR POLICE FOR INFORMATION.