Whitstable & Herne Bay Half Marathon MoRun
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Whitstable & Herne Bay MoRun
The Whitstable & Herne Bay MoRun is a charity running event at Hampton Pier Recreation Ground, Herne Bay, CT6 8EJ. The event supports Movember and raises awareness and funds for men’s health issues including prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention. Races are chip timed and include an event for children.
Distances
- 1.5 km Mini MoRun
- 5 km MoRun
- 10 km MoRun
- Half Marathon MoRun
The course runs predominantly on hard surfaces along the seafront, with a grass village hub. The route is dog friendly and generally suitable for buggies though some sections can be narrow. The 5k route turns at the 2.5 km marshal point; the 10k turns at 5 km; the half marathon includes a 1.1 km section before repeating the 10k out and back twice. Participants should follow signs and marshals and keep to the left unless directed otherwise.
Event services include full chip timing with a chip on the race bib, unique MoRunning medals, an exclusive headband, water stations, finish-line sweets, marked and marshalled course, and medical cover. Toilets are located at the event hub and bag storage is available but limited under manned gazebos. Fancy dress, spot prizes and champion medals are awarded for categories such as best dressed, fastest Mo and Mini Mo winners. Merchandise and fundraising options for Movember are available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
