of Marrakech is a tick-list destination among experience-hungry globe-trotters, and the highlight of its running calendar perfectly combines an exotic encounter with a simple road race.Thousands of runners - whose nationalities are as diverse as their abilities

.Turning your thoughts to the post-race BBQ might provide a much-needed incentive when the going gets tough, while those keeping a keen eye on the clock are sure to reap the rewards of the event’s unique prize system. All competitors to cross the finish within a

, as the locals turn out in force to cheer some 1,100 runners round the undulating, two-lap traffic-free course. Well established on the north-east racing agenda, this year marks the event’s 20th anniversary, and a concurrent 3K race for 11-16s and a beginners

- such is the popularity of this flat, fast course that places are going like hot cakes.-->National Highlights North Downs 30K (Kent, June 10) Kent: the garden of England, June 10 Few races in our event listings receive such consistent and unanimous praise

in for this longstanding, value-for-money fixture – hardly surprising given the staggering 100% return rate awarded by last year’s race ratings. Attracting a wide variety of ages and abilities, the event is renowned for its across-the-field camaraderie, pleasant course

Round The TableName Andrew Taylor, Running High Events Organises Bath Half-Marathon (since 2000) Name Paul Magner, Trailplus Organises Off-road events including the Saab Salomon Hellrunner series, Helly Hansen adventure races and Puma Urban Escape

A full list of results is now available from the race website, or you can also check out more pictures, courtesy of Nam.Don’t forget to make a note of the event for next year too. After all, if previous forum challenges are anything to go by, you can