Shakespeare MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (815 votes). | The big picture 2007 (156 votes) | | Overall score | | 82% | | How many would do it again? | | 89% | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 81% | | PB potential | | 71% | | Atmosphere | | 73% | | Organisation | | 83% | | Value | | 55% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 75% |
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2007 race reviewed by: Jen Salter
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Very well organised, a bit pricey, very scenic but definitely not PB potential
In full: My reason for doing this race was to get a PB for entry into the NY Marathon. Although it is not 'hilly' it is definitely sufficiently undulating to prevent a PB. Other than that, really enjoyed the day. Thankyou!
Date of review: May 20, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Brian Anley
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: First time I have run the event. Was my 12th attempt at the distance and thoroughly enjoyed it. Can't wait for next years event and comes at ideal time for anybody that misses out on doing London
Date of review: May 16, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Andra Lange
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: very well organised and marshalled
In full: found the narrow path at the mile 12.5 very frustrating reducing running in 1 line, so no good for last mile sprinting
Date of review: May 8, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Tysky dhu
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Well organised and enjoyable day out. Worth coming up from Cornwall
In full: Might want to check the distances of both races, as three of our club runners with Garmins all recorded over the distance. Good Marshalls and special thanks to the Sea Cadets for the efficent handling of kit. Nice villages to run through. One small hill and a couple of slopes made it a nice change from the Launceston and Truro halfs.
Date of review: May 8, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: steve trevenna
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Great scenary, nice size field for bth 1/2 and full, Good support thrpoughout. Mnor criticism on visibility of mile markers,
In full: Overall very good organisation with water and sponges and sports drink at about 17 miles. Good support along course. Minor criticism that the mile markers were not that visible especially in the early miles, lamp posts would be great! Hills did hurt a bit but ony 10 mins worse than my pb.
Date of review: May 7, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: James Barnett
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: I love this race!
In full: I think this race is still excellent. Second time I've ran it and I think it gets better every year... It's also nice to know that the entrance fee goes towards worthwhile local charities such as the Shakespeare Hospice and Stratford Young Carers! It's all about keeping it real! ;)
Date of review: May 6, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: tracy gray
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Did the marathon in a pb which given the nature of the course and weather was good. This was pricey and no goody bag or t-shirt. Well organised though and good friendly marshalling, water and spnge stations.
Date of review: May 4, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: morticia
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Really enjoyed this one. Good support on course. Well marshaled.
Date of review: May 3, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Victoria Jane 2
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 40% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: VERY NICE RUN. NICE & FAST NO SERIOUS HILLS. VERY GOOD ORGANISATION. LOTS OF WELL MANNED WATER STATIONS. SURPRISINGLY WELL SUPPORTED. IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT DOING A FIRST MARATHON NEXT YEAR THIS IS A GOOD PLACE TO START.
Date of review: May 3, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Duwb
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Fantastic for a first time marathon. Friendly people and very well organised.
In full: Much more enjoyable than running in a city. The course was good and only the 1 hill, although it felt a bit steeper on lap 2! In my first marathon I got around in a shade under 3 hours 17 mins, and this was aided no end by the good support, the frequent water stations, and the favourable weather. I wasn't too keen on the Greenway, especially the second time around, as the scenary never changed and so it almost felt like I was jogging on the spot. The finish was great and it was most uplifting to be able to see the finish from quite a long way away. thanks to everyone involved in putting on a great event.
Date of review: May 3, 2007
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