Berkorun - Berkhamsted Rotary Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Berkhamsted Rotary Club organises the Berkorun event in Berkhamsted. Distances offered include:
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
- Five Mile Run - 5 miles
This will be the 43rd annual staging. Registration is online only and closes at midnight on the night before the event. The Half Marathon is licenced under UK Athletics Rules (Event Licence No. 30030). The Half Marathon does not accept entrants under 17 years and requires runners to be able to complete the course in under 3 hours. The Five Mile Run has no formal age limit, but participants under 12 must be accompanied by a responsible person aged 18 or over. Entrant limits are 1,750 for the Half Marathon and 750 for the Five Mile Run.
Course, facilities and race rules
Both races start and finish at Berkhamsted Cricket Club, Castle Hill, Berkhamsted HP4 1HE. The Half Marathon runs through Chilterns countryside with mile signage and several drinks stations. The Five Mile Run follows the first part of the Half Marathon route; about two thirds is on country roads and there is one uphill section. Race packs include a chipped bib and baggage label. Official race numbers and electronic timing chips must be worn. Finishers receive a medal and goody bag; Half Marathon finishers also receive a T-shirt. Limited changing facilities and secure baggage storage are provided. Dogs and bicycles are not allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
