Brass Monkey Half Marathon
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Brass Monkey Half Marathon
The Brass Monkey Half Marathon is a road race organised by York Knavesmire Harriers from York Racecourse (Ebor Stand, postcode YO23 1EX), just over a mile from the city centre and the railway station. The event offers a flat, fast looped course that runs southwards from the racecourse and is certified by the Association of UK Course Measurers. UK Athletics Road Race Licence has been applied for and the event holds UK Athletics Gold Grade.
Entry is by ballot to manage demand, with one application per person and a payment window for successful applicants. Transfers between participants are permitted under the organiser’s process and selected transfer windows apply. Deferred places are allowed for certain entrants and entry refunds are not available in the event of cancellation; deferred entries will require payment in the following year.
Facilities at the race HQ include seating in the Ebor stand where dogs are not permitted, toilets, refreshments, changing areas without shower facilities, a staffed baggage drop and parking at the racecourse. There are no toilets on the course. The route includes three water stations and water at the finish. A lead vehicle with timing clock and a sweep vehicle with first aid will operate on the course. The event has a 2 hour 45 minute time limit and results are based on gun time. The organisers ask runners to hand litter to marshals for collection.
Prizes are equal for men and women with multiple age categories and team awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
