My 1st time doing Grimsby 10k. I've heard many good things about this race & it lived up to those expectations. The main event (10k) was preceded by the family fun run. This really makes a great event even better with medals awarded for all runners,
In the build up runners were kept well informed with regular emails & plenty of updates on Facebook & Twitter.
The race itself is great value. Solid medal & decent quality tech shirt. The course has PB written all over it. Not the most scenic route but lots of public support, water stations & marshalls,
Starting in the centre & ending in a park with some long, flat stretches in between. I don't recall there being hills of any sort.
The final 3rd sees a 'Mad Mile' in which runners are encouraged to sprint for 1 mile with prizes awarded for the fastest. I stuck to the task in hand, stayed disciplined & resisted the temptation to go too fast. It was far too hot for that! It's an interesting concept & I saw many runners who were up for the challenge.
Finish line was in a large public park. Support was excellent as runners approached the finish.
Post race atmosphere was superb.There was an event village with stalls selling food, running gear as well as charity stalls.
In summary...
HIGHS: PB chasers dream.
LOWS: There was a long wait at the baggage trucks. Volunteers worked very hard & it's not a criticism of these amazing people who give up their time. Maybe the system needs an overhaul?
BOTTOM LINE: Fast,flat race that is great value.