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John F.

4.7

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· 2026 Marathon ·
I was close to the 7 hour cut off for the marathon and had been unsure if I would finish. The last 3 help spots especially gave psycological and physical support. Water and feeding stations for summer long runs are better placed on up-hills and in the shade ...some were and som...
I was close to the 7 hour cut off for the marathon and had been unsure if I would finish. The last 3 help spots especially gave psycological and physical support. Water and feeding stations for summer long runs are better placed on up-hills and in the shade ...some were and some were not. The approach up to final steep hill does not appear to be visible from the start/finish area, although the runners may be close to where they could be seen. It would be lovely for spectators at the finish and runners to have line of sight with each other before the last long hill! Who knows... in future races we may have video cameras at the water points where runners can be seen on a screen back at the start/finish area, possibly with live auditory comms also!! LOL!

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4.8

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· 2026 Marathon ·
Lovely course

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Adam W.

5.0

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· 2026 Marathon ·
I absolutely can't fault this run. I've run it 5 times now and every time it's been outstanding. great atmosphere, amazing well signposted route (if you don't mind beautiful scenic hills) with great marshalling. Plenty of Free photos, a top quality medal and a finisher goodie ba...
I absolutely can't fault this run. I've run it 5 times now and every time it's been outstanding. great atmosphere, amazing well signposted route (if you don't mind beautiful scenic hills) with great marshalling. Plenty of Free photos, a top quality medal and a finisher goodie bag make this event stand out in a sea of cost cutting.

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5.0

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· 2026 Half Marathon ·
This was my fifth half and I did the marathon in 2021 so have run 6/11 years. I love this race - the organisation is first class, the route is fabulous (although seems to get hillier every year!), the marshals are fab and the goodies at the end are second to none - a glass, a pa...
This was my fifth half and I did the marathon in 2021 so have run 6/11 years. I love this race - the organisation is first class, the route is fabulous (although seems to get hillier every year!), the marshals are fab and the goodies at the end are second to none - a glass, a pair of running socks and lots of nibbles in a branded paper bag. This year, 4/5 of our family ran, with middle child coming 3rd female. The slate prize was really appreciated. Thank you to Tim and BMHAC for a race organised by runners for runners.

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5.0

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· 2026 Half Marathon ·
This is totally different from city races - it’s scenic, it’s tough (the up hills and the down!), it’s very well organised and friendly. The finisher goodies are great and also you get free race photos afterwards. Give it a go!
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4.9

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· 2026 Half Marathon ·
First time at this event and thought it was excellent in every sense. Well organised, a friendly event team, lots of attention to detail and a super medal and other associated goodies. Not cheap but well worth the entry cost. Highly recommended, especially if you like a challengi...
First time at this event and thought it was excellent in every sense. Well organised, a friendly event team, lots of attention to detail and a super medal and other associated goodies. Not cheap but well worth the entry cost. Highly recommended, especially if you like a challenging and varied trail route.

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4.9

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· 2026 Marathon ·
No need to load a map on your watch, amazing Marshals at every twist and turn. Pre event communication was very good, easy to find, plenty of parking and nice big open race area. The start of the race is big and wide so you can spread out nicely and no bottlenecks.

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Neil F.

5.0

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· 2026 Marathon ·
This was my second year running the Hoppit marathon and, again, it was an absolutely superb event. Relaxed and friendly, very well organised and with superb marshals all cheering you on around the course. From the medal and beer glass designs to the race photography and caterin...
This was my second year running the Hoppit marathon and, again, it was an absolutely superb event. Relaxed and friendly, very well organised and with superb marshals all cheering you on around the course. From the medal and beer glass designs to the race photography and catering, I can't fault it - thanks so much for a great day out!

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5.0

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· 2026 Marathon ·
Absolutely outstanding event! From the moment I signed up the communication was great and collecting my race number was a breeze. The start and finish area was well maintained, plenty of clean toilets. The actual race was set in the most beautiful area. The aid stations wer...
Absolutely outstanding event! From the moment I signed up the communication was great and collecting my race number was a breeze. The start and finish area was well maintained, plenty of clean toilets. The actual race was set in the most beautiful area. The aid stations were well stocked and marshals were very supportive. Other runners were friendly and gave you the boost needed. I would totally very much recommend this race

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Sam P.

5.0

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· 2026 Marathon ·
An absolutely beautiful event. The marshals were all so lovely. Really efficient water and coke top-ups at aid stations and good fuel options. Finish line felt amazing despite being right at the back. And to top it all off, the photography being included is amazing.

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