This race is situated in the heart of glorious South
Devon, the 2 lap traffic free course starting from Paignton Seafront (TQ4
6BN) then heading along the coastline towards Torquay and back, for the 13.1
miles. Passing palm tree lined promenades, sub-tropical gardens, wonderful
sandy beaches with breathtaking coastal views of Torbay, turning back by
Torquay’s glitzy marina.
Race Organised by...
in association with the...
The race entry fee is
£20.00 discounted to £18.00 for EA registered runners,
you can download our entry form, print it, and send it to us in the post
with your cheque or you can enter online via the Sport Systems website using
your debit or credit card. The online price is £22 unaffiliated discounted
£20
for UKA registered runners.
We regret that once the entry applications have been processed we cannot refund your entry fee if you do not eventually take part, nor can we carry forward your entry to the following years event.
This year we will be using
Electronic Timing via a chip on your shoe to record your race result.
These chips are not disposable and must be returned to us at the finish of
the race in return for your Medal, Goody Bag and T-shirt!
Last Year (2009)...
for the 6th time Race Winner & 1st Male was Toby Lambert in 1h 08m
11s,
from Winchester & District AC.
Last Year (2009)...
The 1st Female finisher was Jo Meek in time of 1h:21m:56s from Tavistock
Athletic Club
This years prizes will be equal for all male and female runners.
| Race Cash Prizes | ||
| MALE | FEMALE | |
| 1st | £450 | £450 |
| 2nd | £250 | £250 |
| 3rd | £100 | £100 |
|
Plus £50
for breaking... Male 1h 07m 21s - Lady 1h 18m 22s |
||
Brooks vouchers to the value of
£30 (1st), £20 (2nd) & £10 (3rd) will be awarded to the
first 3 finishers in the following age categories. (Subject to entries)
Men...
17-19yrs, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
Also...
Team prizes will be awarded to the first male team (4 to count) 1st
Female Team (4 to count) EA Affiliated Teams Only!
This years race limit has been raised to 2000.
Entry fee is £2 extra on the day, regret that there will be no entries on the day if the race limit is met. This race is likely to be full well before race day!
Your acceptance details will be posted on this website after your entry has been processed. Please allow two weeks. Click here to view latest entries.
Race Numbers and programme will be sent out early June.
Please register your race number and email address at www.photo-fit.net to be emailed previews of your race photos.
For spectators, Torbay known as the 'Queen of the English
Riviera' is a place to relax, to soak up the atmosphere, experience the
continental climate and to take in the wonderful scenery whilst supporting
their athletes running in the most stylish resort race in Britain.
This year
Bays Brewery the new local brewers will have a bar area on
Paignton Green near the Finish, where you will be able to relax, recover and
try their Bays Best, Gold and Breaker ales, along with a selection of wines
and soft drinks.
See below for more info.
Torbay offers a complete range of accommodation to
suite every taste and budget; so enjoy the special continental flair with
Torbay's real Riviera café culture, attractions, lively nightlife and
specialist shopping.
If you require accommodation please call the English Riviera Tourist Board
on 01803 211211 or visit
www.englishriviera.co.uk
RACE HEAD QUARTERS POST CODE is TQ4 6BN
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