Great Wishford RunHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (8 votes). | 1 to 8 of 8 ratings | Page: 1 |
| The big picture (8 votes) | | Overall score | | 88% | | How many would do it again? | | 88% | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 90% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 82% | | Organisation | | 88% | | Value | | 85% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
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2012 race reviewed by: Jane Goodall 4
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Stunning scenery made up (almost) for the hills
In full: The most scenic race I've ever done - the hard climb over the 1st 3km was worth it. Great organisation - efficient registration, fun warm up, friendly & supportive marshalls, & a good fast downhill near the end (though the final km was rather long!). Shame there weren't enough goody bags to go round, so some of us 'slowies' missed out. Otherwise pretty faultless & definitely one to do again.
Date of review: September 11, 2012
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2012 race reviewed by: GRAHAM WICKHAM
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: a hard but interesting race with a mix of surfaces and scenery
In full: I found the course very hard especially the first few kilometres but what goes up must come down so it got better as it went on. I am glad the weather had been dry or the run through the woods would have been treacherous.The marshalls were great and the organisation overall very good. The only problem was lack of signs to the car park which meant runners parking on the road while the car park remained fairly empty.Excellent goody bag considering the price but it would be nice if the medal actually had the name of the race on it.If you have not done this race give it a go, you will not regret it.
Date of review: September 9, 2012
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2012 race reviewed by: Jason hooper 2
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Great day, Great fun, Great Wishford!!
In full: Turned up to the race in beautiful weather if not abit hot!! Great location, brilliant atmosphere, good warm up! Race crew were very helpful and well organised. First 3.5km uphill from start was tough but scenery made up for it!All race marshals were great throughout. Top support when finishing and goodie bag was a bonus. Have run the race for the last 3 years and can't wait for next year - I love it!!!
Date of review: September 9, 2012
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2012 race reviewed by: rb8
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | No | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 20% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Probably the most scenic 10k in Wiltshire
In full: The 3k race was being run when I arrived and it was slightly chaotic and dangerous for the young runners with drivers parking cars along the race route. Would of been safer to have the 3k after the start of the 10k. The race was tough, first 4k uphill and more hills followed. The scenery was glorious and the route enjoyable. I would not recommend the event to a total beginner because it is a hard slog. Per race warm up was fun
Date of review: September 9, 2012
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2011 race reviewed by: paul hansford
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: From registering to crossing the finish line, very helpful, fantastic atmosphere
Date of review: September 14, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: peter windross
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: party atmosphere like your best family get together and an awesome run - something for everyone
In full: Loved it. My first time. Great marshalls and helpers. Lots of rain half way round made for exciting trail section (i underestimated the hills!).
Fab goody-bag with beanie, lots of kids for the 3k as we set off on 10.7k - weird distance.
Great signposting, mix of terrain. Whole range of abilities (though happily no elite which gave me a top ten placing which I'm sure I didn't deserve).
Can't wait for next year - really friendly. See you there.
Date of review: September 13, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Cop-out
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: It certainly was a 'Great' Wishford
In full: Excellent organisation from the moment you arrive. Organiser on a tannoy giving clear instruction and direction. Well marked and staffed race registration. Crazy warm up which I respectfully declined! Considerig you could get lost in Grovely Woods and not be found for years the course was very well marshalled. Amazed this isn't more popular really.
Date of review: September 12, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Jim Ehlert
| | 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: Excellent race
In full: Some improvements this year on an already very good race, the extra water station was great and a goody bag with seasonal event beanie! triffic.
Good event for running famillies.
Date of review: September 11, 2011
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