The pace runnners
We have 19 Pace Runners targetting every 15 minute time slot from 3 hours to 5 hours. Pace runners run the race at a pre-determined pace which they may adjust slightly at different points in the race to take account of the changes in terrain.
If you are a new runner with a specific target time in mind or you are looking to beat your personal best time, our Pace Crew will be there to help you achieve your goal.
Our Pace Runners are also a familiar sight at our monthly training runs, where they support runners in their progress towards race day.
If you'd like to be considered for our 2020 Pace Crew please contact our Pace Crew Manager, Dave davet@chestermarathon.co.uk
Our 2020 marathon Pace Crew will be announced in Summer 2020. This was our 2019 team:
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Course Record
The route is renowned for being fast and largely flat – more than 70% of our runners achieve PBs!
Men
2:21:25
Marius Ionescu in 2014
Women
2:40:26
Julie Briscoe in 2013
2019 Marathon Results
Men
1st | Tom Charles (Trafford AC) | 2:29:29 |
2nd | Tristan Windley (Keswick AC) | 2:29:36 |
3rd | Neil Renault | 2:32:59 |
Women
1st | Abbey van Dijk | 3:01:51 |
2nd | Johanna Sutcliffe (Halifax Harriers & AC) | 3:04:59 |
3rd | Camilla Hermsen (Harpenden Arrows) | 3:05:11 |
Volunteer
As with all such events, our events would not be possible without the help of a huge team of volunteers.
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