Victoria Park Half Marathon
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Victoria Park Half Marathon, 10k and 5k
The event offers chip timed races of three distances in Victoria Park, London: a half marathon, a 10k and a 5k. The courses run on the park's wide paths and use multiple laps: the half marathon covers 6.75 laps, the 10k is 3 laps and the 5k is 1.5 laps. The half marathon route lists an elevation gain of 17 m and clear kilometre and mile signage is provided.
Included with entry are a themed medal, free race photos, chip timed results, post race goodies and a secure bag drop. There is a water station on course and water at the finish. Portable toilets will be available in the event village and food and coffee trucks will operate nearby. An optional event t shirt is offered at checkout.
Race management details note marshal presence, a bike ahead of the lead runner for each distance, and instructions to keep left on the shared public paths to allow safe overtaking. Dogs are not permitted; buggy runners and wheelchair athletes are welcomed with a request to be mindful of other participants. Competitors are advised to use nearby train stations including Hackney Wick, Mile End, Bow Road and Homerton, as parking in the area is very limited. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
