BERWICK ST JAMES PUMPKIN 5 AND 10KM RACES

We are pleased to announce that we will be hosting the 2^nd Pumpkin 5km and 10km races on Saturday 25th September 2010.

WHAT IS THE LINK WITH PUMPKINS

An annual event in the village is the Pumpkin Competition in Sep, held at the Boot Inn.  The competition has several classes ranging from the longest carrot to the heaviest pumpkin.  The competition is now in its second decade and is great day out for the family.  This year we have coincided the race with the Pumpkin Competition, so why not stay after the race and join in with the fun at the pub.

RACE LOCATION

Please see the ‘location’ tab on the website for directions to Berwick St James. 

RACE HQ

The race HQ/Start and finish is all at the Berwick Guide Centre.  This provides excellent facilities including toilets.  Parking will be available in the field behind the Guide Centre depending on the weather conditions, if very wet, parking will be along the high street.  The Berwick Guide Centre is located on the southern end of the village, but will be clearly signed from both directions.

THE ROUTES

You are invited to join us for a scenic run around the beautiful village of Berwick St James.   The route for both the 5 and 10km is initially challenging, but offers breathtaking scenery once at the top!  The routes each consist of a 1 lap multi-terrain route, running along public and private restricted by ways.  Challenging courses that will prepare you well for the Autumn half marathons or simply provide you with a great sense of achievement if this is your first race.

We encourage walkers and invite dogs on a lead on the 5 km route!  So whatever your ability come and join us!

Unfortunately cyclists will not be permitted. 

TIMINGS  Race entries will be taken from 0900hrs.  The 5km and 10km will start at 1100.

PRIZES

In each race prizes will be awarded to the 1^st and 2^nd Open Male and Female.  1^st Male Veteran over 40/50/60 and 1^st Female veteran over 35/45/55.  A small memento will be given to all finishers!

REFRESHMENTS

There will be water stations on the route.  Water/juice/tea and coffee will be available free of charge at the finish.  In addition there will be sausages and cakes at a small cost.

Entry Form and Cost

Please follow the link to the entry form.  You can also enter online via Runners World website.

So come along and join us, whether it is your first 5km or part of your half marathon training schedule...we look forward to seeing all of you in September.