My Event Ratings

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

In short: Humanity in motion
In full: This was my first on-road half, so must admit I have nothing to compare it with, but I was very impressed by the whole experience. Huge credit to the marshals, plentiful, cheerily encouraging, well placed and skilfully managing the traffic, which was generally respectful of the race. I was also amazed to see so many people at the roadside, especially in the country and the villages, given the harsh windchill, cheering us on, high fiving and offering jbs. The community involvement near the start/finish is great: church (cakes, drinks, children's activities), school, theatre.
I don't understand why people care about the medal, but if you look closely at this one from Brentwood Rotary, I like that it has the slogan 'Humanity in motion'. The RW pacer ahead of me was absolutely spot on. I live locally and I do think a few more road sections could be closed where there are alternative routes.
Date of review: March 27, 2013

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Overall score		100%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		100%
PB potential		60%
Atmosphere		100%
Organisation		100%
Value		100%
Beginner-friendliness		100%

In short: Huge fun
In full: I just wish I lived closer, so I could run such a superb route regularly. The race was brilliant.
Date of review: October 11, 2012

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

In short: Marvellous, mad, memorable marathon
In full: I have to start with the marshals, who were fabulous, helpful, encouraging, safety-conscious in a good way. Some stood isolated on the hill in pouring rain for hours. Total dedication. You knew you would be ok whatever happened. A little of every type of terrain on this well-marked course, mostly made more demanding by the relentless rain on top of weeks of wet weather. The game of avoiding a full muddy foot soaking at every step certainly helped the miles go by, along with the gorgeous ever-changing route. The views were close and misty, but still wonderful. Everyone seemed to be there to enjoy themselves. It was my first marathon. I fully expected to suffer, but everything about this race keeps you going, so I would say it is surprisingly beginner-friendly. (Free kendal mint cake and nuun drinks helped too.)
Th organisers create a superb atmosphere even in these conditions. In return you have to accept some quirks, like registering in person the day before for the early race and having 3 minutes added to your time because it started 3 minutes late(!?) An experience not to be missed by anyone who enjoys the country. You can even walk if you want! I seriously doubt any other race I ever enter will beat this one.
Date of review: July 11, 2012

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Overall score		80%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		100%
PB potential		60%
Atmosphere		80%
Organisation		80%
Value		40%
Beginner-friendliness		80%

In short: Glorious day, great route, loads of great organisation, but please warn participants they need to allow 15 mins from road to parking up and more to get to registration. Info states 'event village will be obvious from car park'. Not so.
Date of review: May 12, 2012

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

In short: Very enjoyable run - thank you very much to the organisers.
In full: Ford site genuinely pleasant in the morning sun. Birds singing, grassy banks, wide, empty track, no traffic. It's hard to find this combination round these parts.
Date of review: February 26, 2012

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

In short: Great fun and very well organised. Bedgebury a really attractive venue. Family came and enjoyed.
Date of review: June 19, 2011

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