What is yellow green and waiting? ๐ฑ Nope, it's not Jonathan! ๐
Welcome to Northstowe, a town focused on nature! ๐ This brand-new community in England, located 30 minutes from Cambridge, will be the setting for your next half marathon this month of April: the Northstowe Half Marathon. No buildings on the horizonโyou'll run between newly built houses ๐๏ธ, parks and bodies of water! ๐ณ A small country race that has all the makings of a big one: its half marathon is made for setting a new personal record! ๐คฏ
You got it: it's a half marathon that awaits you, a 21.097 km loop in the heart of the WaterParks ๐ฆ. Low carbon emissions ๐ฎโ๐จ, sports facilities ๐พ and plenty of green spaces, everything you need to run toward victory in the best conditions! ๐ Take a deep breathโyou won't find air purer than the countryside ๐จ. If that doesn't knock down your old PR, we don't know what will โฑ๏ธ. No need to come for the performance to enjoy the event! The locals will be out to cheer you on whatever your time ๐. You can even take part with your whole little tribe by lining up for the "Tom's Trust 5 km" ๐, a race open from 11 years old.
By running in Northstowe ๐โโก๏ธ, you're also doing a good deed! All proceeds will be donated to Tom's Trust, the UK's leading charity ๐ฌ๐ง providing psychological support to children with brain tumours and their families ๐งโ๐งโ๐งโ๐ง.
After crossing the finish line ๐ and enjoying the entertainment at the race venue ๐, go for a tour of the Cambridgeshire area. The small towns nearby ๐๏ธ, like Longstanton, have remained authentic and rich in history. And if you prefer the city, visit Cambridge ๐, just 30 minutes by car, and explore the university and the museums ๐ผ๏ธ. You can even take a punt along the River Cam while enjoying some Fish & Chips ! ๐
Can't make it to the Northstowe Half Marathon ? Maybe you'll be free for the Northstowe Running Festival in August! ๐คช
You can pick up your bib on race day, from 8 a.m., at Northsowe Secondary College.
The races will start on Sunday 25 April 2027:
at 9:30 a.m. for the Half Marathon
at 10 a.m. for the 5 km
For the Half Marathon: 17 years old
For the 5 km: 11 years old
Parental consent will be required for minors.
For the Half Marathon:
ยฃ38
For the 5 km:
ยฃ20
Yes, aid stations are planned for both races.
For the Half Marathon, your entry includes:
Chip timing
Marked course
Professional medical support
Water stations, refreshments
Toilets, bag drop, parking
Free massages
Finisher medal
Gifts
Finisher T-shirt (available for purchase)
For the 5 km, your entry includes:
Chip timing
Marked course
Professional medical support
Water stations, refreshments
Toilets, bag drop, parking
Finisher medal
No, there are no cut-off times.
To volunteer at this race, you need to send your application to volunteer@nothstowehalf.co.uk
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