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Downton Half Marathon

Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (122 votes).

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2006 race reviewed by: Thomas Earl
Overall score
 
100%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
100%
PB potential
 
60%
Atmosphere
 
100%
Organisation
 
80%
Value
 
100%
Beginner-friendliness
 
60%

In short: Lightning, monsoon, flood- well done everybody!
In full: Considering conditions I thought this was a fantastic race. Marshalls were great, general atmosphere was terrific. Well outside PB but I enjoyed the race and think everybody can be proud of themselves-organisers and runners alike. Good value and great countryside.
Date of review: November 26, 2006

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2006 race reviewed by: Mark Myatt
Overall score
 
60%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
80%
PB potential
 
60%
Atmosphere
 
80%
Organisation
 
60%
Value
 
80%
Beginner-friendliness
 
40%

In short: A good half marathon in extremely bad conditions
In full: The marshal's were brilliant, stuck there standing in monsoon weather. The roads were ankle deep in water - runners were drenched, but spirit's were extremely high. This was a mldly challenging half marathon on a good day, but today it was made hard with the rain, wind, hail and strength it came down on us. Well done everyone who did it.
Date of review: November 26, 2006

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2006 race reviewed by: jeanser
Overall score
 
80%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
80%
PB potential
 
60%
Atmosphere
 
60%
Organisation
 
80%
Value
 
100%
Beginner-friendliness
 
60%

In short: It hurt, was very wet, but lovely marshals made it. Thank you
In full: It was very hard work due to the weather, and the waterlogged roads but i loved it. Marshals were encouraging,exspecialy the young ladies at one of the water station made me smile, also tea and bun served by some very nice people too
Date of review: November 26, 2006

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2006 race reviewed by: Anthony Harrison
Overall score
 
100%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
100%
PB potential
 
60%
Atmosphere
 
60%
Organisation
 
100%
Value
 
100%
Beginner-friendliness
 
60%

In short: Very good run and well organised
In full: Many thanks to all the organisers and helpers. From the start to the finish, very well organised which makes for a better run, even the weather couldn’t spoil it. Well done Downton
Date of review: November 26, 2006

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2006 race reviewed by: Robert Brown 11
Overall score
 
80%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
80%
PB potential
 
60%
Atmosphere
 
80%
Organisation
 
80%
Value
 
80%
Beginner-friendliness
 
60%

In short: Very good value well organised race despite the conditions!
Date of review: November 26, 2006

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2006 race reviewed by: TW3
Overall score
 
100%
Would you do it again?
 
Yes
 
Details:
Scenery
 
100%
PB potential
 
40%
Atmosphere
 
100%
Organisation
 
100%
Value
 
100%
Beginner-friendliness
 
80%

In short: Do this for the glorious scenery - not for a PB!
In full: Hilly? Yes. Monsoon weather conditions. Undoubtedly. But who cares - even the ankle-deep streams we were splashing through couldn't spoil the enjoyment. This a gem of a half: a very small field and run through glorious countryside with just a few cars in 13 miles. Terrific support from the hardy marshals. And incredible value too - a medal and a t-shirt included in a very modest entry fee. Thank you, Downton!
Date of review: November 26, 2006

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