X-Wing-Mas Marathon & Half Marathon
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£29.99 - £39.99
Booked 1 time in the last week
About
This winter marathon is just what you need to keep the legs pumping in the lead up to Christmas. You'll follow a route that hugs Caldecotte Lake, providing stunning waterfront views. Reach the finish to earn your bespoke finisher's medal to commemorate your achievement.
Marathon and Half Marathon
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8:30am Fri 8th Dec 2023
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Caldecotte, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Bletcham Way, Caldecotte, Milton Keynes MK7 8HP, UK
Start times
8:30am Fri 8th Dec 2023
Marathon:
8:30am | Half Marathon:
8:30am Races summary
Here's what races are available for X-Wing-Mas Marathon & Half Marathon
Marathon
26.2mi
£39.99
Half Marathon
13.1mi
£29.99
Route information
Runners will be taken on the lakefront paths around Caldecotte Lake to complete their chosen distances. A mix of hard gravel, some sections of concrete, and a few yards of mud and grass, this is a great trail run for new and experienced runners alike.
Marathon runners will complete the course 7 times in a clockwise direction and Half Marathon runners will have 3 hours 30 minutes,
What's included
- Bespoke Finisher's Medal
- Timekeeper
- Parking
- Water station
How to get there
Bletcham Way, Caldecotte, Milton Keynes MK7 8HP, UK
Get full directionsParking
There is a large car park at the pub the Caldecotte Arms and Furzton which is located near the event site.
By Train
Bow Brickhill is the closest train station from the event site, which is just 2 miles from Bletchley and 4.5 miles from Milton Keynes Central. Bow Brickhill is serviced by the Bedford line which runs hourly, so please leave plenty of time to travel.
Bow Brickhill is 150 years from the number 8 bus stop, which is approximately 10 minutes from the event site.
Event day logistics
08:20 Mandatory race briefing
08:30 5k starts
*Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of the race start time to allow plenty of time to register, attach your race number and warm up.
Cut-Off Times
There is a strict 7 hour cut-off time in place and runners must be within their final lap 5 hours 45 minutes after starting. Half Marathon runners must complete the distance within 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Age Requirements
All entrants must be 18 and older to take part in the event.
Race Numbers
Race numbers are to be collected from Race HQ at the Caldecotte Arms. Please leave at least 20 minutes to complete this process.
Bag Drop
While there is no secure baggage drop at the event, the looped-nature of the course means entrants are free to leave their bags at the start/finish as there will always be someone around.
Kit List
Virtually all runners wear road shoes at the event as the route takes runners along the lake paths which are mostly wide, hard gravel bike/walking surfaces. There are some small short concrete parts as well as a few metres of grass/mud trail.
On-Course Nutrition
There will be an area for entrants to leave their own nutrition, but please note no energy gels or drinks will be provided by the organiser so it is up to the entrant to bring their own.
FAQs
Will I receive a medal for completing the X-Wing-Mas Marathon?
Yes, all finishers will receive a bespoke finisher's medal at the finish.
Where is the meeting point for the X-Wing-Mas Marathon?
All runners should meet at Premier Inn, Lakeside Grove, Bletcham Way, Caldecotte, Milton Keynes, MK7 8HP.
Is the race briefing before the X-Wing-Mas Marathon mandatory?
Yes, all runners must attend the race briefing so they are fully prepared for the run ahead.
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