Type of Event: Marathon

Scheduled 4 weeks before the Virgin Money London Marathon and conveniently before other major marathon events both in the UK and internationally, we’ll provide the ideal conditions to practice your pacing, fuelling and endurance amongst hundreds of other runners to help you head into your marathon feeling prepared and confident.

Set at the spectacular, flat and smooth-surfaced Dorney Lake near Windsor, the course takes you around the perimeter of the water with fuel and water stations placed every 2 miles. Pacers, mile markers and chip-timed results will make it as easy as possible to get your pacing right, so that you can focus on your run and practice refuelling and rehydrating during a race.

Subject to availability, we expect pacers to be running the first 16 miles, clearly marked with target marathon times between 2h45m and 5h30m.

Not sure on which distance you should run? Don’t worry – all three of 16, 20 or 24 miles have the same entry fee, and you can change your mind at any time – if it’s before Sunday 30 August, you can drop us an email, or after that, just tell us at the event – even if you change your mind mid-race and decide to stop one or two laps sooner than you planned.

Plus, you’ll receive a Marathon Prep medal, goody bag with replenishing food and drink, and your chip-timed result as soon as you’ve crossed the line.

Don’t miss the chance to prepare for a great marathon race day – take this opportunity to rehearse your:

race day nutrition
race preparation and travel
running in a busy race situation with a marked out course that is new to you
running in all of your marathon race kit
race rehydration and refuelling
recovery and strengthening.

From as little as £23, you can’t afford to not prepare for your big day. Due to Dorney Lake capacity and ensuring a great, safe race experience, places are limited. Enter online now.

Race Venue – Start / Finish :
Both the half / full marathon races will start on the Thames Path trail beside the Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club Race HQ.

Half Marathon Route:
The half marathon route will initially be one 2.5 mile out / back loop to Staines Bridge, followed by 2 out / back 5.3 mile sections, to the Old Windsor Lock Check Point (turnaround point) along this scenic stretch of the River Thames path.

Marathon Route:
The route for the full marathon will initially be 2 out / back 2.5 mile loops to Staines Bridge, followed by 4 out / back 5.3 mile sections, to the Old Windsor Lock Check Point (turnaround point) along this scenic stretch of the River Thames path.

Course Marking / Signage:
Both routes will be very well marked throughout with Hermes Running pink / black chevron fixed directional signage all along the run routes. The courses will be also be well marshalled at both turnaround points and at the respective check points which will be well stocked.

Marshalling:
Both the turnaround points near Staines Bridge and the Old Windsor Lock Check Point will be very clearly marked and fully marshalled.

Event Entry
If you’re looking to enter one of these events there are half or full event distance options, so just make your selection from the corresponding event entry links.

For full info and FAQ’s please see website.

Price:
Registration starts from: GBP 32.00

Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Dirty Weekend is the biggest and best obstacle racing weekend in the world. We’re bringing monster obstacles, our phenomenal afterparty, huge event village and awesome festival campsite back to Burghley House for the 9th year running on 8th May 2021. Take on 13, 20 or 40 miles at the World’s Biggest Obstacle Course.

The 10k, half, marathon and ultra for this series is held annually in September and takes place at the Bewl reservoir which is set within 1000 acres of the picturesque Kent and Sussex countryside based in Lamberhurst, Kent. All these trail routes follow the clockwise “round the reservoir route” at the Bewl Water Country Park which is the largest lake in South East England and they run through some lovely forested areas and open countryside trails overlooking the lake which comprises of one out / back route for the 10km, one lap of this course for the half marathon, two laps for the marathon course, and three laps for the ultra. The course is only undulating on certain sections, whilst the remaining route is run along quiet country back roads.

Course Marking / Signage:
All four routes will be very well marked throughout with Hermes Running pink / black chevron fixed directional signage all along the run routes. The courses will be also be well marshalled at the turnaround points and the four check points will be very well stocked.

Distances:
There are four variations to the course, a 10k, the Half Marathon, the Marathon and the Ultra: The 10km is 6.2miles, the Half Marathon is 13.1 miles, the Marathon is 26.2 miles and the Ultra Marathon is 37.5 miles.

See the website for full info and FAQ’s. Please contact info@hermesrunning.com with any questions!

Price:
Registration starts from: GBP 24.00

Time: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

At the same time across the world; wheelchair users, walkers and runners go as far as they can in a feat of physical and mental endurance. Wings for Life World Run is a charity run, with 100% of all entry fees and donations going directly to the Wings for Life foundation that is working towards finding a cure for spinal cord injuries.

30 minutes after the starting gun is fired, the moving finishing line that is the ‘Catcher Car’ slowly speeds up and catches one participant after another until the winner is left. The 2021 event will be an App Run with a virtual Catcher Car, allowing people all over the country to take part in a safe and convenient way. The Wings for Life World Run App Run allows each participant to run anywhere and be accompanied by an exciting audio experience as the virtual Catcher Car slowly speeds up to them and finishes their race.

Since 2014, over 700,000 participants from 195 nations have taken part in Wings for Life World Run; completing 7 million kilometres and raising almost €30,000,000 for Wings for Life through entry fees and donations.

The app can be downloaded for free from the App Store or Google Play Store ahead of the event.

Price:
Race Entry Fee: GBP 18.00

Time: 11:00 am to 2:00 pm

This popular early season race follows a flat and scenic route through the historic Highland capital of Inverness alongside the picturesque River Ness and taking in many of the city’s icons. A warm Highland welcome awaits all runners as they approach the finish line.

Whatever your running ability or experience, we guarantee you’ll cross the finish line with a smile on your face!

Many runners and spectators, choose to stay longer – a huge attraction of the Inverness Half Marathon is the area’s natural beauty and wealth of attractions. The area is steeped in history, home to castles, misty mountains and, of course, the Loch Ness Monster. Activities in the Scottish Highlands range from challenging hill walks to kayaking, dolphin spotting boat trips to distillery visits.

Price:
Standard entry: GBP 11.00

Time: 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm

This popular early season race follows a flat and scenic route through the historic Highland capital of Inverness alongside the picturesque River Ness and taking in many of the city’s icons. A warm Highland welcome awaits all runners as they approach the finish line.

A record 2940 runners took part in the 2020 Inverness Half Marathon with entry selling out early so sign up NOW!

If you’re looking for a shorter distance or are new to running, the Inverness 5K could be the race for you. Whatever your running ability or experience, we guarantee you’ll cross the finish line with a smile on your face!

Many runners and spectators, choose to stay longer – a huge attraction of the Inverness Half Marathon is the area’s natural beauty and wealth of attractions. The area is steeped in history, home to castles, misty mountains and, of course, the Loch Ness Monster. Activities in the Scottish Highlands range from challenging hill walks to kayaking, dolphin spotting boat trips to distillery visits.

Price:
Early bird entry: GBP 34.00

Time: 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Starting and finishing near the EMF Hub at Dynamic Earth, this beautiful, scenic route takes place in Holyrood Park in the heart of Edinburgh. The route offers stunning views of Edinburgh Castle and panoramic views of the city.

Runners start on Queens Drive with a 200m downhill section before heading past the steep sides of Arthurs Seat on your right and Dynamic Earth, The Scottish Parliament and Holyrood Palace on your left. Continuing on towards the 1km mark you will pass St. Margaret’s Loch before starting the ascent around the east side of Arthurs Seat. As you continue the clockwise route around this famous old volcano, you will pass Dunsapie Loch at around 2.5km. Now on the far side of Arthur’s seat at 3km runners can enjoy spectacular views of Duddingston Loch below and across the southside of Edinburgh and beyond towards the Pentland Hills. Approaching the 4km marker you will enjoy a panoramic view of the City. The route then doubles back on itself along Duddingston Low Road at 5km and through Duddingston Village at 6km. The route joins the Innocent Railway Road through 7km and 8km and then heads back up onto Queens Drive. Passing the 9km it’s now downhill all the way, back through the Start Line again and the final 250m dash to the cheering crowds and the finish line on Holyrood Gait.

Prices:
Standard entry: GBP 31.00,
Club entry: GBP 29.00

Time: 9:00 am to 11:00 am

Starting and finishing near EMF Hub at Dynamic Earth, this beautiful scenic route takes you around Holyrood Park in the heart of Edinburgh. The route offers stunning views of Edinburgh Castle and panoramic views of the city. Runners start on Queens Drive and after 0.5km the route passes St. Margaret’s Loch before starting the ascent around the east side of Arthur’s Seat before you pass Dunsapie Loch at around 2k.

On the far side of Arthur’s seat and approaching the halfway point, runners can enjoy spectacular views of Duddingston Loch below and across the southside of Edinburgh and beyond towards the Pentland Hills with the knowledge that the rest of the route is flat and downhill! As the route continues down the West Side of this famous old volcano you can enjoy the views of the steep slopes on your right and in the distance the cheering masses at the final turn. The last 250m section runs back through the Start Line and then turns left onto Holyrood Gait and the Finish Line.

Prices:
Standard entry: GBP 20.50,
Club entry: GBP 18.50

Time: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

The Edinburgh Marathon has sold out every year since 2008 and is the second largest marathon in the UK, behind only London. Fast and flat, this course was voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runners World, ideal if it’s your first marathon or you are looking for a PB. The course not only offers the chance to set a personal best, but also see some of the city’s iconic landmarks.

For more information and a route map, please see the website.

The Edinburgh Marathon has sold out every year since 2008 and is the second largest marathon in the UK, behind only London. Fast and flat, this course was voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runners World, ideal if it’s your first marathon or you are looking for a PB. The course not only offers the chance to set a personal best, but also see some of the city’s iconic landmarks.

For more information and a route map, please see the website.

URL:
Inquiries: https://go.evvnt.com/443240-2?pid=5564

On Sunday May 30, 2021 at 10:00 am (ends Sunday May 30, 2021 at 4:00 pm)

Category: Sports / Leisure | Running

Prices:
Standard entry: GBP 62.0,
Club entry: GBP 59.5

Man vs Coast returns to the most famous coastline in the British Isles. Our breathtaking 25 mile route takes in high cliffs, brooding moorland, picture-perfect, beaches, crashing waves, big swells, rough-hewn rocks, water jumps, short swims and a few cheeky surprises. This is one for the adventurer who wants to make a weekend of it.

Bring your family, bring your mates. Enjoy Cornwall in the height of summer. From our base near Penzance and with a stunning Start-line at St Michael’s Mount, the route will weave its way coast to coast from one side of the Cornish peninsula to the other, taking in a course that is exciting beyond belief.

*This is a running event, not a swimming event however you will certainly get wet. All of the swim sections are short and can be bypassed if you wish.

The course will follow the North Downs Way trail on an out / back route all the way to the Boxhill lookout point, the course will be one out and back lap for the half marathon and two out and back laps for the marathon.The trail is undulating and varied throughout with some lovely scenery along the way too. Course conditions and the weather at this time of the year can be warm so this will be a challenging trail run, with a unique horse brass medal to reward all finishers.

Venue Information:
This challenging half marathon / marathon route will start near the Reigate Hill Car Park (Surrey) in a small field adjacent to the North Downs Way trail.Both courses entail running on lovely forested undulating trails all along the North Downs Way out towards the Betchworth Lime Quarry then onwards to the Boxhill lookout where the half marathon and marathon turnaround points will both be. The half marathon will comprise of one lap of this out and back course and the marathon route will be two laps. The terrain is comprised of a mixture of challenging uphill assents or descents on these sandy and rutted trails offering the runner spectacular views throughout.

Course Marking / Signage:
Both routes will be very well marked throughout with Hermes Running pink / black chevron fixed directional signage all along the run routes. The courses will be also be well marshalled at the respective check points located at Pebblesdown Road and the Boxhill lookout which is also the turnaround point for the half and full marathon, these two checkpoints will be very well stocked.

Distances:
There are two variations to the course, the half and the marathon: The Half Marathon is 13.1 miles The Marathon is 26.2 miles

Please contact us at info@hermesrunning.com with any questions! See the website for full info and FAQ’s.

Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/697615-0?pid=5564

Time: 09:00 to 16:30

Category: Sports / Leisure | Running

Price:
Registration starts from: GBP 32.00

LAST EVER Man vs Lakes.

For 2021 we’re bringing back our classic Man vs Lakes day 1 ultra & introducing the opportunity to upgrade to our brand new 2nd day Sea to Scafell Summit.

This adventure run is like nothing you will have experienced. You will enter the Lake District by striking out with an audacious and surreal crossing of the quicksands of Morecambe Bay, before heading north through mountainous country on a rollercoaster running route that brings you to the foot of England’s most famous Lake. You then proceed higher into the hills and forests of the area and immerse yourself into the Lake itself, tackling short wades, swims*, slides, jumps and an amazingly bold floating assault course. A trademark Man vs “Vertical Kilometer” will push those quads to breaking point and help to rack up a whopping 4200ft of ascent before you psych yourself up for a “Swallows and Amazons” rope swing suspended from a crane. A final push takes you further in to the heart of Lakeland for a serene kayak loop on Lake Coniston just before you finish.