Having got a half marathon PB at my first lap race fairly recently, I was keen to try another, and when I learned it was the last time this event would be held I didn't want to miss out.

The race information was provided in good time and was very clear. On the day there was ample free parking and marshal assistance to get to the right area of the stadium for the start.

Pacers were provided and I decided to stick with expert assistance, with a marathon coming up the following weekend and I wanted to keep it fairly steady.

Plenty of water was available, friendly marshals encouraged you on each lap, and the medal at the end was a nice racetrack-themed design.

Results are a mess, people listed in the 10m race cut the distance short, no recording of laps so if you want to cheat your way to a 10m PB then this was the one for you, same goes for the 10km race. This would have been easy to resolve by placement of a timing lap in the pit lane. Information has been provided to the organisers for them to easily correct the top 10 ladies based on runners previous results but alas they've decided not to bother and leave at least 2 people in the top 5 who were seen on the day to stop 100m from the finish, have a little chat and then carry on to cross the line. Not great for a county championship race. Couldn't hear the race briefing as the was stuck outside the garages. Marshall support was good, although it's a quiet race as no supporters really get to the outside of the circuit. For a £27+ entry fee I'd expect better, especially when you add nearly £2 on as an admin fee. No t-shirt just a medal, packet of cheap crisps and a bottle of water.

Rockingham is fantastic opportunity for a 10K PB, with a fast flat course set in a unique surrounding. Unfortunately, 2018 was the last year as the race course has now been sold off and will be knocked down in 2019. The race HQ is situated in one of the garages alongside the pit stop in the middle of the track, which is reached through an inspiring tunnel many feet under the track, linking the pit and stadium. The registration process is well organised with plenty of volunteers, and even with 3 different events taking place almost simultaneously you get your race number and timing chip very quickly. Interestingly, the timing chips are not the normal paper ones attached to the shoes but a reusable ankle fitting solution. I took part in the 10k again, and we started shortly after 13:15. The route is 2 laps of the track plus a small extra bit at the start to ensure the exact distance. There are several water stations on route which is a plus and not that common for 10k races. The route itself is relatively flat with only a few small inclines, but none that test the quads. One thing I have always found with the route is the final straight can be very windy, in fact one year I felt I was almost walking for a short period as the wind was so strong. However, the races' almost flat profile makes it a very good PB course. On your last lap, you are guided into the finishing straight lined with the crowd cheering you on. For spectators, this is a brilliant course as the top of the pits double as a viewing platform giving clear views of the whole course and field. Perfect for those who dress appropriately for the autumnal weather. On crossing the finishing line you are guided back into the pit stop garage to collect your race medal (the bling) and goody bag, consisting of a bottle of water, banana and bag of crisps… perfect for refuelling after a hard race. The race medal is very well designed and sized, and incorporates the raceway theme into each years bling. I've done many shorter races where the medal is a bit of anti-climax, being an off the shelf generic type, but not Rockingham's! The icing on the cake, is that as part of your race entry, there is a professional photographer capturing them perfect athletic poses, or funny faces which is how I normally look. These photos are free to use after the event and only include a small respectful tag to the event and photographer. It is such a shame that this was the last event and I must applauded the SBR management for such a well organised event, plus a massive thank you to all the volunteers who braved the elements. I look forward to trying some of SBR's other events.

This was my first event pacing for SBR events and my first visit to Rockingham race circuit. I was pacing 80 minutes for the 10 mile event (also 5k and 10k races) and it is such a shame the circuit has been sold and this will be the last event held there, it is a really interesting place to run. Parking and registration all very straightforward as was the pre race briefing. It was great to see a good number of #visorclub members there and a fair few were part of the pace team. We were warned the course can measure long as it is a racing circuit and measured by the racing line, I took a fairly tight line as it wasn’t too busy but my watch still measured 10.2 miles. Not easy to judge the pacing when it is long and also with no mile markers. The route was fun and good support from the crowd and marshals, good number of aid stations and a lovely finishers medal. I brought my group home in 79.47 so very pleased and good number of PB’s from the group around me. Plenty of refreshments available at the end and overall an enjoyable event. I would definitely recommend the SBR events to others.

Good fast course- pity it was the very last at the venue. Officially paces the event and really enjoyed it- rewarded with food and drink. Contact before hand was good and regular race info leading up to it. Compared to last year the event was quiet- not as many competitors or spectators. As there were 3 different distances at once- hard to signpost mile markers (laps).

A great farewell event run by a very friendly and enthusiastic team. Simple registration process with number and timing chip collection on the day. Plenty of parking and shelter and a great shame that nobody will have the chance to complete this race in the future. Free race photos on-line soon after the event, well done SBR.

This was unfortunately the very last Rockingham 10 so I knew I couldn't miss it! This was one of the most unique races I've taken part in as the course navigates a 5k race speedway. The whole thing was organised well and any questions I had leading up to the event were answered promptly by the SBR Events team. The pacing team were expertly correct with their runs and the photography was thrown in with the price! A near perfect event!