Major New Sponsor for Chester Half Marathon

The organisers of the Chester Half Marathon have announced the signing of a major new sponsor for the event.

"We are delighted to welcome Cheshire Oaks who will be the title sponsor for the event," said Race Organiser Chris Hulse.  "Their support will help us move forward with the race as it moves into an exciting new phase."

The 13.1 mile race being held on Sunday 13 May will start at Chester Racecourse but instead of heading for Eccleston as in recent years will take the athletes up Parkgate Road towards Two Mills, then back through Saughall and Blacon before returning to the city.

"The old course just could not safely accommodate greater numbers and we were also keen to create a city centre finish that people would remember," explained Chris.  "A finishing straight down Northgate Street to a spectacular finish area flanked by the Town Hall and Chester Cathedral will be fantastic!"