This was my first 10k race. I chose this race due to the flat nature of the course. The race HQ and start are located at the back of the town leisure center.   You were advised to park in the town and walk to the the venue as the leisure center parking was limited.  Collecting the bib number was straight forward. There was also a cafe where you could grab a snack or drink. Toilets were available......

The route of the race takes you through the town center before reaching the Phoenix Trail an old........ at the halfway mark where the water stop is. This is basically the turnaround point, and you head back towards the start where the finish is located.   The local support was friendly and encouraging, so were the marshals.  That day was really hot, water-soaked wet sponges were at ready. Some residents had their hosepipes out, giving you a gentle spray as you went past, this was very welcome.

Once finished you received a technical t-shirt (green), as well as a medal and drink. The medal was fairly basic off the peg type of, not a bespoke made one.  The race was chipped timed, after receiving your goodies, you could queue to check your official time or wait for the results to be published on the web. 

 I enjoyed this race and will definitely do it again as it was well organised and enjoyable flat run organised by Thame’s local running club.