Colchester Half Marathon
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Event Details
The Colchester Half Marathon is a running event held in Colchester. The event starts and finishes at the JobServe Community Stadium on United Way. The route passes through the city centre and includes some of Colchester's iconic landmarks before heading out into the surrounding scenic country lanes.
Course & Atmosphere
The course is a 13.1 mile half marathon distance. It is described by participants as moderately hilly, with a mix of urban and rural sections. Many reviewers highlight significant local crowd support along the streets. The event uses pacers for various finish times.
Organization & Reviews
Participants frequently note the event is well-organized and well-marshalled. Facilities include on-site toilets at the stadium. The event offers finisher medals and event t-shirts, which have been mailed to participants in advance. A common point of feedback from participants concerns the water stations, which some felt were congested and sometimes struggled to keep up with demand. Another suggestion from reviewers is for more visible pacer flags at the start. The event has received a high volume of positive reviews. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
