Hogweed Hilly HalfHere's how RW members rated this race (220 votes). 2009 race reviewed by: David Scott 13
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Clearly an event organised by runners for runners, excellent.
In full: Well organised with some nice touches unlike many of the big city marathons. The field was a sensible size for the location and the organisers were obviously concerned with the participant's enjoyment rather than profit. Attention to detail was evident right down to individual numbering on the goodie bags. Congratulation to all concerned and keep up the excellent work.
Date of review: March 23, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Boz
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Fantastic race with flawless organisation
In full: This was my first Hogweed Hill Half, not a PB course but a fantasic one, brilliant organisation and marshals. Would choose this over a big city race any day
Date of review: March 23, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Pete Matthews
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 20% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: The ronseal of races... it was a half and it was hilly! :)
Date of review: March 23, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Celloal
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Exactly what it says on the tin
In full: Beautiful scenery helped to take away from the pain of the hills and the organisation was faultless. Plenty of parking near the start and jelly baby carrying marshals to boot. Great goody bag with chocolate and orange juice and a t shirt. Thank you, Hogweed Trotters!
Date of review: March 22, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Marco Galimberti
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
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Date of review: March 22, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: LetMeOutThere
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Outstanding race, terrific organisation on all aspects
In full: I must have done 50+ half marathons (and countless other distances) now and this outshone them all. Full marks to Bob and the Hogweeds team for a brilliantly handled event. Great route with more than ample warning of the challenging course, clear instructions and remarkably friendly marshalls all round. This was my Hogweeds debut and will certainly be back for more. It struck me as a running event organised by runners for runners even through to the car parking and catering at the end. Would thoroughly recommend this event.
Date of review: March 22, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Ros Matthews
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 20% |
In short: Fantastic organisation on a challenging but beautiful rolling course!
In full: Very impressed with the number of marshals and the encouragement they gave around the course. The course was on unclosed roads so every now and then you just had to keep to the side - but it really wasn't a problem! The hill at mile 8 was much faster to walk than run - so as long as you factored this in - there were enough downhills to really make up for it. Really memorable race - thanks Hogweeds!
Date of review: March 22, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Maria Powell 2
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Fantastic day
In full: Second time for me and I'll be back! Well done Hogweeds for a really friendly, well organised event.
Date of review: March 22, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Sammy1
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: This was our first half marathon, very challenging but good prep for the london marathon !!
Date of review: March 22, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: K2
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Wonderful scenery! I had to keep walking so I could admire it.
In full: Fantastic race! Wonderful scenery (made me realise why I run), very friendly and encouraging marshalls, excellent food, good quality T-shirt. The Hogweeds even managed to arrange glorious sunshine. Brilliant! See you next year.
Date of review: March 22, 2009
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