Elite Athletes

Now open for entries

Elite runners are invited to apply to enter the race as part of our Elite start.

To be eligible to run as an elite you need to have achieved the following times since 1st January 2010:

• Men sub 2:45
• Women sub 3:15

To apply for an elite place please email Linda with details of your qualifying time and a link to results on the race organiser's website.

Elites who have run faster than 2:30 (men) 3:00 (women) since 1st January 2011 will be given a free place.

For our elite runners we are offering the following package

1. Front pen for elites at the start of the race
2. Pre-race elite athletes marquee near to the starting line
3. Dedicated toilets by the elites marquee
4. Transfer of baggage from elites marquee to main baggage storage ready for collection
5. Pre race water & isotonic drinks plus post race buffet at the finish
6. Dedicated on course drinks stations for faster elite athletes (for runner's own drinks)

Details of the £5,000 prize fund can be seen here.

We are a race organised by runners and are determined to deliver a race which will gain a reputation as the UK's favourite regional marathon.