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British Association of Road Races Today BARR remains a membership association open to any road or multi-terrain race and its aim is almost identical to that when it was founded back in 1984. What have changed in recent times are the objectives. These have widened considerably with the introduction by UKA Athletics of both Permit Standards for all events and a joint UKA/BARR National Race Grading scheme – a significant expansion on that originally conceived by the founding fathers nearly two decades ago
Human Race Founded in 1990, Human Race is a professional event management agency specialising in staging multisport events, typically organising over 15 a year. These include triathlons, duathlons and aquathlons, as well as single sport races, especially in running.
One Step Beyond Promotions One Step Beyond are passionate and committed to multi-sport. We aim to be an innovative and ground breaking event organisation offering a range of duathlon, pool and open water triathlons across the UK. With over 15 years experience of organising multi-sport activities we provide professional, exhilarating yet safe events for all abilities
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Race Results SportSoft, the premier Athletics Results Service operated by Graham Fecitt from the North West, covering the whole country. It is my aim to provide on site results service for your athletics event - Road, Cross Country, Relay or Triathlon at the most economical rates. Results are produced on site, with sales copies of full results usually available within a few minutes of the last runner finishing
Runners World
Triathlon The International Triathlon Union is committed to supporting the development of the sport worldwide. The ITU seeks to support these goals through strong relationships with continental and national federation constituents, working with its partners to offer a balanced sport development programme from grass roots to a high performance level.
 Action Heart Runs Events held around Dudley West Midlands including the Action Heart 5 www.actionheart.com
Anglesey Marathon
Bath Half Marathon We hope that the Nationwide Bath Half Marathon is firmly set in your calendar and that you will return for the 2008 event.
Birmingham University 5km The start and finish are in the shadow of "Old Joe" - the red-brick University clock tower dominating the campus skyline. The main race attracts elite athletes and serious club runners, but gives anyone a chance to test their ability against a high standard of competition. The fun run is designed for those who want a short sprint, a gentle jog or a stroll around the University grounds with the family. Children's teams from clubs and organisations are as welcome as moms and dads who want to wheel junior around in a pushchair.
Blackpool Marathon and Half Marathon Group Entries - UK athletics clubs will be given guaranteed entries for the 2005 Asics Blackpool Marathon & Half Marathon. In addition to this priority simple to use entry system we are also offering £1 off per entry. If you would like your club to be included in this promotion then please email lewis@blackpoolmarathon.com giving details of your club and a contact name and address
The British 10km RUN! REMEMBER! REJOICE! AS LONDON WELCOMES THE WORLD
Cabbage Patch 10 The Cabbage Patch 10 mile race is one of the flattest and best 10 milers in the country (Richard Nerurkar set an all time British record of 46 mins 2 secs in 1993). Starting and finishing in Twickenham the course follows a loop, crossing the river in Kingston and Richmond and as always race HQ is the Cabbage Patch pub in Twickenham.
This 10 mile race is for runners of all standards on roads and towpaths through Twickenham, Kingston and Richmond.
Cardiff Half Marathon The Cardiff Half Marathon is a Barnardo’s Cymru led event in partnership with Cardiff County Council and the South Wales Echo. We are delighted to welcome runners from all over the world, which shows that it is fast becoming known in the international calendar.
Chasewater 10km
Cheshire Triathlon The Sundog Cheshire Triathlon is a fun and challenging event set in Nantwich, South Cheshire, just 40 minutes from Liverpool, Birmingham or Manchester. The event is aimed at all abilities, at all levels of fitness, from complete novice to club and pro triathlete, as well as charity and fun competitors.
Crossdale 10km Feeling inspired by the London Marathon? Why not enter next year? The Crossdale 10k would be an ideal event to enter as part of your training!
Devil o' the Highlands The "Devil o' the Highlands" is a 43 Mile footrace which begins at Tyndrum (Perthshire) and finishes in Fort William (Highlands). Each competitor has 12 hours to complete the course which follows the latter part of the "West Highland Way".
Dublin Marathon run through the historic Georgian streets of Dublin, Ireland's largest and capital city. Dublin is home to a quarter of the country's almost 4 million people. Though founded by the Vikings, it is now a vibrant, dynamic city where half of the population are under 25. Dublin is only an hour by air from most U.K. and European cities, and more than half of the expected entry of 10,000 will be made up of overseas runners, many of whom will be returning to sample Irish Hospitality once more.
Dudley Kingswinford 10km A classic mid week run. Tell Bryan I sent you
Edinburgh Marthon Edinburgh Marathon - The most spectacular marathon in the world? What other marathon goes around an Historic Castle, along ancient streets, through a Royal Palace, past a Prehistoric Volcano, past a Royal Yacht, along miles of beautiful shoreline and into a Royal park? There is only one way to find out why Edinburgh Marathon was so popular last year that it doubled in size. Run it!
Edinburgh Triathlon Edinburgh Racing hold events for duathlon, triathlon and aquathon. You can find out more information about the European Duathlon Championships and Edinburgh Sprint Triathlon being held on 16th June 2007 and also other races such asEdinburgh Triathlon at the Firth of Forth, and Portobello Sprint Triathlon. Previous race results can be found in our results section .
Eye 10km
Freckton Half Marathon - Preston
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 The Great Gorilla Run Since the first Great Gorilla Run in 2003 the event has raised over £500,000 for The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund. Around 2,000 runners have donned their gorilla suits with pride and walked, ran or jogged the 7K City of London route which goes past such London sights as Tower Bridge, The Lord Mayors Building and The Tate Modern. Click here to see a map of the route. Join us for the fourth annual London Great Gorilla Run, which is promising to be the biggest ever with 1,000 places available for the first time!! Take in the best sights London has to offer in what will be an amazing day out for all the family! Registration costs £100 and includes your full gorilla costume (which you get to keep afterwards). Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. We ask all runners to then do their best to raise a further £400 in sponsorship. Dressing up in a gorilla suit and ape-ing around whilst raising money for charity….. ??? What a way to spend a Sunday!
For more information click here or call 0870 241 0643
Great Run Series Including the Great North Run
Great Scottish Run
Green Belt Relay The Green Belt Relay is a 220 mile run for teams of 11 runners that takes place each year in May. It is open to runners of all standards. It starts from Hampton Court and circumnavigates London on towpaths, footpaths and quiet country lanes before returning to Kingston. The course is renowned for the spectacular scenery and interesting sites that it passes. The stages vary in distance from 6 to 14 miles with teams of 11 taking part over 22 stages. The course is marked throughout and each stage is accurately timed with prizes given for the individual and team winners.
Grim Challenge This land is used to test Army vehicles so expect it to be interesting! You will reach a long hill shortly after the start before descending again eventually reaching a water filled ravine. You will run on over puddle-strewn paths before having to crawl under camouflage netting. You'll eventually reach some man-made mounds before arriving at and running through some rather large puddles. Expect to get very wet! You'll run on to the fast vehicle driving circuit where it is rocky underfoot. This brings you to some more large areas of water and the finish area.
Grunty Fen Half Marathon a fast, flat, two looped course through pleasant Fenland countryside.
Halstead Marathon
Hastings Half Marathon The course circumnavigates the Ancient Town of Hastings, starting at the Seafront and following the route of William the Conqueror towards Battle, round the back of the Town and down to the Famous 'Old Town' and fishing Village of Hastings, then comes back along the three mile Seafront back to where you started. Although tough for the first part of the course, runners have produced some very fast times and PB's, as the last two-thirds is Flat or Downhill, and then the finish on the Promenade. The Event is for all runners of All Ability to achieve your own special Goal.
Fantastic Crowd Support
Hebridean Challenge The Access Sport Hebridean Challenge is a unique race for teams of five, four or pairs, which takes place each year in the wild and beautiful Outer Hebrides of Scotland
Henley Half Marathon Henley-on-Thames is a small town (10,000 population) situated on the banks of the River Thames. It is some 38 miles west of London and 24 miles from London's Heathrow Airport. Heathrow, Oxford and Windsor are half an hours drive away. It sits on the edge of the Chiltern hills which provide exceptionally beautiful views in the rolling countryside. The Thames at Henley is the scene for the world famous Henley Regatta held in the first week of July and attended by crews from all over the world. It is followed shortly after by the Henley Festival of Music and the Arts
Humberbridge Half Marathon
Jersey Half Marathon
The Jurassic Coast Challenge 2007
A phenomenal outdoor adventure along one of the most picturesque and challenging sections of coastline to be found anywhere in the world. Ideal preparation for anyone competing in an Ironman or marathon in 2007. The Challenge: To cover, entirely on foot, the length of Dorset’s south coast in three stages over 3 days. Lyme Regis to Swanage. One day challenges on each individual section are also available. The statistics: 95% off road, 75 miles to run, jog and walk,100% the most inspirational challenge you will complete in 2007.
The format: Groups of similarly paced runners, joggers and walkers will aim to cover the route of approximately a marathon each day in 3 stages with overnight stops in Fleet and Lulworth. There will be votwo guides with each group and a support vehicle to provide food and drinks on route. The route: Follows the rugged Dorset section of the South West coastal path taking in famous Landmarks such as Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, Kimmeridge Bay, Dancing Ledge and Swanage . The aims: To experience first hand an outdoor environment unrivalled in natural beauty, geographical significance and steeped in millions of years of history. To complete one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences you will ever find. To boost your endurance fitness to levels that you only dreamt about before now. The full Jurassic coast challenge event of 3 days costs just £135 including daily transfers to get you back to the start and your vehicle each day, full votwo support on route and a special finishers memento. Completing just one or two of the days (perfect as a build up to London Marathon) is £45/day including all the on route support services. For more information contact info@votwo.co.uk
Karrimour Mountain Marathon Kimm community site www.kimm.org.uk KIMM.org.uk membership allows you to; Post comments to other; topics/pictures/comments with your name. Upload your personal event pictures. Have a personal box in the Home Select how many news you want in the Home Customize the comments. Access to Private Messages, in real time/email/IM if the other person you want is online. Access to your own Web Mail Access to Members List, find the guys in camp in the next tent to train with. Access to User's Custom Box Create your own Journal Read custom headlines.
Lake Vyrnwy Half Marathon - Powys
Leeds Half Marathon
Leeds Marathon
Liverpool Half Marathon and 10km Run Liverpool
Baxters Loch Ness Marathon Recognised as one of the UK's leading marathons, the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon follows a spectacular point-to-point route through stunning Highland scenery, along the south-eastern shores of Loch Ness, and then crosses the River Ness to finish in Inverness Queens Park Stadium.
London Marathon
Longford Marathon
Mansfield Half Marathon In recent years the Mansfield race has incorporated various championships into the race. The event has regularly hosted the Nottinghamshire AAA half marathon championships and in 2004 the race included the national Fire Brigade championships. In 2005 the Midland Half Marathon Championships were part of the Mansfield event and in 2006 the race also incorporated the British Masters championships
Marathon of Britain Firstly welcome to a real Adventure. Not only in the fact that in one week you will run 175 miles including four ultra-marathons across some of the toughest countryside in Britain, but also a personal adventure into how far your character and determination will drive you on when boundaries of stamina and courage are surpassed
Middlesbrough Tees Pride 10K - takes place on Sunday 17th September 2006, The 10K is for first time runners and athletes, we have a Wheelchair Athlete section and the Fun Run is for all the family. To find out more information or to request an application form please visit www.middlesbrough.gov.uk or telephone 01642 515672. This is the second year we have held this race and last years event was a huge success, help us to make this year even better.
Mooathon - Donegal Half Marathon - The wildest, most fun Half-Marathon you will ever do!
And an excellent warm up race for the adidas Dublin Marathon
New Forest Marathon and Half Marathon
City of Norwich Half Marathon the race will again be based at the Norfolk Showground and will follow the fast two-lap course that has served us so well over recent years
Plymouth Half Marathon
Race for Life
Race the Train Many competitors return regularly to try and better their performance or just beat THAT train while others have run nearly every year since the races started. Most serious runners have heard about it either from their friends, TV, or the press so, if you haven’t already competed, perhaps this year is the time to attempt it. These events also give you the additional challenge of not only racing your fellow competitors but also the Train. Having been televised world-wide on several occasions we have attracted many runners from abroad coming from all over Europe and as far away as New Zealand, Australia, America, Hong Kong and Africa.
Reading Half Marathon
Entries are open for the Asics Reading Half Marathon 2006. The new fast, flat course has excellent PB potential and, backed by the top running shoe brand, the 2006 event promises to be better than ever before. Starting and finishing at the magnificent Madejski Stadium, you'll feel the buzz as you run down the finishing straight in front of the stadium crowds! Last year's race filled up earlier than anticipated, with 100's of potential entrants missing out. To guarantee your place in the 2006 event, get your entry in early at www.asicsreadinghalfmarathon.co.uk. You can enter online or download an entry form
Robin Hood Marathon It aims to be the biggest and best event the UK has to offer and really will be a carnival atmosphere
Run for the Children Run for the Children is a unique community fitness initiative for children, parents, friends and families featuring a series of 3km fun runs, supported by a healthy eating and lifestyle programme.
Run London
St Neots Riverside Half Marathon
Sheffield Marathon
Snowdon International Fell 10
Stonehaven Half We hope that you will find the event to be well organised and of course - enjoyable
Sussex Beacon Half Marathon - The only half marathon to run through Brighton centre, past landmarks such as the Brighton Pavilion and along the seafront. The race is perfectly timed as part of your Flora London Marathon training. Its great race for serious runners and first timers alike - our winner in 2007 was just 20secs off his personal best.
Stornoway Half Marathon The Stornoway Half Marathon is no ordinary race. We offer a superb course, the second half of which is off-road, around the beautiful wooded grounds of Lews Castle
Stratford 220 Triathlon The Stratford 220 Triathlon is a fun but challenging event set around the historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon. The event is aimed at all abilities, at all levels of fitness, from complete novice to club and pro triathlete, as well as charity and fun competitors
The Sussex Beacon half marathon - for 2007 it will be held on Sunday 18th Feb, starting at 10am from Brighton seafront. Its an annual event featuring online entry - www.sussexbeacon.org.uk/halfmarathon.htm an all road course and chip timing. It’s a major fundraiser for the Sussex Beacon last year attracting over 4100 entrants and raising over £83,000 - for 2007 we are aiming for 6000 entrants and funds raised totalling £111,000.
Swineshead Ten Mile Run The race is a single lap over undulating rural roads & is considered by many to be the best organised small race in East Anglia. www.swineshead10.co.uk
Uni 5km Birmingham University
Welsh Castles Relay Ten ten mile races, back to back. Then another ten the following day.
Woking 3 Mile Monthly Handicap A race for road runners over 3 miles (well, actually 2.85 miles), but with a couple of differences from most races
Yateley 10Km
Ythan Challenge This was where the adventure really began, with a variety of obstacles to slow down the runners — including hay bales, crawl nets, firemen’s poles, and some awesome hills to climb — and the river Ythan to navigate before they headed back to the Meadows.
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