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Larking Gowen City of Norwich Half Marathon   Enter this event online.

Here's how RW members rated this race (267 votes).

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2009 race reviewed by: Moonlight
Overall score
 
100%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
80%
PB potential
 
80%
Atmosphere
 
100%
Organisation
 
100%
Value
 
100%
Beginner-friendliness
 
80%

In short: Outstanding. A wonderful event all-round, highly recommended!
In full: More or less everything about the event was fantastic. It was well-organised and spacious, everyone knew exactly what was going on, and the race organisers were cheery and very helpful. The start was prompt, and a great atmosphere as the sun came out right after a rainy spell. The marshals (and spectators!) were brilliant, they really helped a lot. The course itself was very nice, lots of gradual inclines but a pretty quick course nonetheless.

At the finish everything was well-run, with prize bags, medals and fruit to replenish energy all being there. With great running conditions, all of the above combined to make this runner have a fantastic experience at his first half marathon - I'd recommend this to anyone, experienced runner or otherwise!
Date of review: November 30, 2009

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2009 race reviewed by: Tifrum
Overall score
 
100%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
80%
PB potential
 
80%
Atmosphere
 
80%
Organisation
 
100%
Value
 
80%
Beginner-friendliness
 
100%

In short: Fantastic Marshalls and Helpers. You're the heroes for standing our in the wet and cold,
In full: Excellent organisation, can't be faulted. Considering it was nearly December it is hardly suprpising that it there was some rain and cold temperatures, but to organise a rainbow and then some at the start was a masterstroke! Another PB for me but I think I've peaked now, I can't imagine getting any better. Once again, a huge thank you to all the helpers on the day, you did us proud.
Date of review: November 30, 2009

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2009 race reviewed by: Mark-C
Overall score
 
80%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
80%
PB potential
 
80%
Atmosphere
 
60%
Organisation
 
80%
Value
 
80%
Beginner-friendliness
 
80%

In short: Is it just me that wants the hill back
In full: Enjoyed it again and the rain stopped at the right time. the course change has got a lot of positive feedback but i think it's a pity to see the big challenge removed.

I'll be back ....
Date of review: November 30, 2009

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2009 race reviewed by: Johnersh
Overall score
 
80%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
60%
PB potential
 
80%
Atmosphere
 
60%
Organisation
 
80%
Value
 
80%
Beginner-friendliness
 
60%

In short: Two Loops of Flattish Norfolk Countryside...
In full: I've not done the previous Norwich course, which i'm told did have a "killer" hill.

This course is best described as having the odd undulation and passes through a mix of small villages, countryside and through the Norwich Showground. Well marked on the miles, by the time you're on the 2nd loop you know fully what to expect and can push hard for that PB...

The fact that the rain held off for the race, helps wrap up my happy memories of the day - i'll be back next year.
Date of review: November 30, 2009

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2009 race reviewed by: Katy Brandom
Overall score
 
80%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
60%
PB potential
 
60%
Atmosphere
 
60%
Organisation
 
60%
Value
 
80%
Beginner-friendliness
 
80%

In short: Really enjoyed the race, was worth the trip from Hertfordshire. A bit of a beginner so it was very beginner friendly.
Date of review: November 30, 2009

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2009 race reviewed by: Nigel Gilham
Overall score
 
80%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
80%
PB potential
 
60%
Atmosphere
 
60%
Organisation
 
60%
Value
 
60%
Beginner-friendliness
 
80%

In short: good to get off on time this year,rain held off which was a bonus, change of course was a good idea & traffic free!
Date of review: November 30, 2009

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2009 race reviewed by: LAURA PIEKOS
Overall score
 
100%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
60%
PB potential
 
100%
Atmosphere
 
80%
Organisation
 
100%
Value
 
80%
Beginner-friendliness
 
80%

In full: Big thank you to all the marshalls and the drivers that slowed down and shame on the drivers that thought they were at brans hatch. Thank you to the marshall at 9 miles who put a plaster on my back.
Date of review: November 30, 2009

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2009 race reviewed by: Marcel Braat
Overall score
 
100%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
60%
PB potential
 
80%
Atmosphere
 
80%
Organisation
 
80%
Value
 
80%
Beginner-friendliness
 
80%

Date of review: November 30, 2009

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2009 race reviewed by: Sean Reeve
Overall score
 
60%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
60%
PB potential
 
60%
Atmosphere
 
40%
Organisation
 
40%
Value
 
40%
Beginner-friendliness
 
60%

In short: Like-able race but cold cattle sheds for changing rooms
In full: Weather conditions didn't help but race was good, I was on for a PB but my legs had over plans. Car park was very slow to get out off. There were more peolpe supporting than I expected. The changing area was very cold and a distance from the showers.
I would it again just to beat my slow time.
Date of review: November 30, 2009

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2009 race reviewed by: PKC
Overall score
 
80%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
80%
PB potential
 
80%
Atmosphere
 
60%
Organisation
 
80%
Value
 
80%
Beginner-friendliness
 
80%

In short: Mainly well organised race
In full: Enjoyable race with good and supportive marshalls. Could have done with more people for chip collection and goody bag area but can't have everything. Well done CONAC I'll be back next year.
Date of review: November 30, 2009

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