This is one of the best half marathons and I ensure I book my place year on year where it never fails to disappoint.

The course is scenic on open roads however the marshalling is so good you feel safe and secure throughout. It is certainly a challenging course with good hills throughout. I always find myself looking accross the fieldsto appreciate the views throughout this event which taes you ind off any pain from your legs.

The organisation is perfect and the atmosphere is second to none with in the main serious athletes who love their sport where no-one is unwilling to socialise even throughout the race. Parking is free and very well organised by the marshalls.

The only downside for this race is the water stations are cups which as every runner knows are not easy to run and drink from.

There is no medal for this event but always a good quality t-shirt which I noted for the first time has a sponsor plastered on it which kind of spoils it this year.

I've already booked the time off from work for next year.