My Event Ratings

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

In short: Well organised, good value races - friendly atmosphere
In full: Did 4 of the races. Can be a bit boring doing laps, but its a challenge in the dark (although majority of course floodlit) and always a good friendly atmosphere. Good venue and facilities. Nice technical t shirt (rear design) for those who did 3 races or more!
Date of review: April 11, 2013

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Overall score		60%
Would you do it again?		No
Details:
Scenery		60%
PB potential		80%
Atmosphere		60%
Organisation		80%
Value		80%
Beginner-friendliness		80%

In short: Well organised - shame about the weather (and length of course)
In full: Yes, my watch read 9m just short of 0.2m of the 9 mile marker (probably didn't help seeing a couple of painted notes in the road showing turnaround point between miles 8-9 which didn't happen where marked). Therefore, course @ 13.3m. For some (as in case of my sister), it would have been a PB.

However, well done to those who marshalled and for those that supported. The weather was awful and it does give us runners a boost to have support. Preferred collecting t-shirt beforehand, saves congestion at end. The course was undulating in places but ok. Plenty of water stations. Nice medal. All in all, not that bad.
Date of review: November 1, 2012

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

In short: Enjoyed it! Great organisation and location
In full: Hills weren't as challenging as led to believe (but definitely undulating). Nice route; well marshalled; weather was perfect; Goody bag nice touch. Good support. I agree with the earlier comment about the matting on the grass. I too found it a tad slippery (but obviously there for a reason?) Well done Barns Green
Date of review: October 31, 2011

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

In short: Good hard workout for a Sunday morning!
In full: Yes, it was challenging and a very warm day (which was forecast!)but that is not down to the organisers who did a fab job. I received useful updates via email; parking was great; a goody bag with water and snacks (bonus) and a great medal. I don't normally use the water stations (but use them occasionally as a top up), but I'd rather be running over paper cups than half drunk plastic bottles! I think I'll be back next year. Thank you to all the supporters and organisers.
Date of review: September 26, 2011

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

In short: Tough!
In full: Didn't really read previous reviews which was probably a good idea as didn't know it would be as challenging! Friendly atmosphere, lovely location. Def one to do if you want a good stamina training session in before a 10k!
Date of review: July 28, 2011

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

In short: Superb organisation, friendly and fast course!
In full: I agree with all the previous comments. Shame about the weather, but at least it wasn't freezing or windy on top of the torrential rain. Marshalls were fantastic and very encouraging ....I did the Bexhill 10k a couple of months ago and Bexhill really put on well organised races. Medal is superb! Oh, and the update on your lap times was great ... nice touch.
Date of review: November 15, 2010

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Overall score		40%
Would you do it again?		Maybe
Details:
Scenery		60%
PB potential		80%
Atmosphere		60%
Organisation		20%
Value		60%
Beginner-friendliness		40%

In short: Terrible organisation
In full: I agree with the majority of comments made already. I spent the first 5 miles weaving, pushing past the slower runners and in the end I just ran a comfortable/training pace as I wasn't going to be on target to try and get a PB. I am surprised there weren't a lot of injuries as you weren't made aware of road bollards etc which when running in huge crowds can cause last second jumping out of way .... I agree with the steeplechase comment (plyometric training came in handy!)

Direction/advice really should be taken from Running clubs. They have experience in this field. I may do this again once I start reading more positive comments in the next couple of years.
Date of review: October 25, 2010

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

In short: Good course. First time doing this course. Maybe start it earlier like the Darent 10k
In full: It was very hot and reading reviews it was hot last year. Maybe start the race at 8.30/9.00am and if it is a scorcher it should be a bit cooler and also, it doesn't cut into your Sunday too much.

Good organisation, good location, good medal. Enjoyed it. Will be back, but will register on day (weather permitting this time!)
Date of review: May 24, 2010

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

In short: Well organised .... Good atmosphere. Ideal for anyone considering stepping up to a "half" marathon
In full: Plenty of water stations and 2 sponge stations ... excellent! (especially as it was getting really warm) Really well marshalled. Will definitely recommend this race.
Date of review: April 12, 2010

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

In short: Always one for the December calendar ... kicks starts your Sunday morning!
In full: 4th time I have done this run ... ideal distance for those who have just taken up running with a few inclines! Fair play and well done to all those that dressed up ... makes the run more relaxed, enjoyable and fun.
Date of review: December 8, 2009

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