← Oulton Park Cheshire - December

Race took place at Oulton Park race circuit. Registration was simple enough. There were hot food/drink facilities available and post/pre-race massage - all very welcome. Race had all distances ranging from 5k to Marathon, so catered for all abilities. Marathon was 10x 2.6mile laps of the race track. Route was run on smooth but it did have a couple of hills to tackle on each lap. Nothing too major but you could feel it, especially in the latter stages. There was a bit of a slope on one of the corners, which was a testing on the legs. There was excellent support at the end of each lap but on course it was a bit lonely at times. Marshals were encouraging & friendly and there was a bit of LIVE music to entertain the runners. Aid stations were at the start of each lap and they contained bottled water and energy gels. Finishers received a decent medal, quality tech shirt, flapjack, banana ect. Another bonus from this race was the FREE photographs - always very welcome. In summary - Enjoyable day. Well organised, good value, friendly event. Free photos are excellent news. I'll certainly be back to do this race again.