The opener in the East Midlands Grand Prix series and a unique chance to run at the iconic F1 circuit.

I first did this race in 2017 had a fab evening so coming back for a return visit was always on the cards. The pre race registration process was very efficient and the race itself was excellent value and very well organised by Silson AC.

the facilities at the track were very good and parking was easy. Running on the track gives those taking part a great chance of a PB on a largely flat course.

My only gripe of the evening was getting out of the car park at the end. An unfortunate side effect of the growing popularity of the race.

I first ran this race in 2017 but came back for more in 2018. Much busier this year, but there were still "on the day" entries available. Organisation and parking is excellent, compared to a lot of races these days entry is dirt cheap and you get a nice medal (this years is particularly nice), bottle of water and soreen bar at the end, in addition to a water station on course. They have local school kids stood on the "bend of noise" shouting encouragement and offering up high fives which is a nice touch.

Great course for a pb, and if you have any interest in motorsport it's something special to run round it!

I came across this race in 2016 but couldn't make the date. It played on my mind though and despite the 200 mile round trip to get there I really wanted to give it a go.

I love all things motor racing, all things Silverstone and all things running, so it really was a no brainer to sign up for it this year!

The venue is easy to get to, has ample free parking, and is kind of unique, being the home of British motor racing.

Silson AC do a fantastic job organising the race. Pre race comms were good, entry fees were great value and organisation on the day was seamless. There's a great medal to boot!

The course is two laps of the (old) iconic Silverstone race circuit; relatively flat with PB potential, it's still a challenging run (the flatter ones sometimes are!)

If you're more local than me, this is the first race in a series of mid-week races as part of the East Midlands Grand Prix. If I lived closer and the other races were half as well organised as this one I'd be signing up for the series.

To top off a lovely, friendly, yet competitive run, there was great on-course support from a group of children (providing a real boost and loads of High Fives) and from the marshals, and there was tea and cake to finish.

A thoroughly enjoyable race and If I was to have one (very small) criticism, it was drinks in cups at 5k.....I don't tend to take water on a 10k but I know that cups aren't ideal for those that do!