to the public. Cue off-road running at its most serene, with some tough undulations, but plenty of rewarding views over Berkshire as runners leave the woods. Make sure you've got enough in the tank for the sharp uphill finish! There's also a 4K fun run

and a fun run taking place in the afternoon. All three events start and finish on Market Street and tour through the heart of the city. For the 10K and 5K, runners will take in Glovers Court, with slight climbs through Avenham and Miller Parks. Then it

runner receives a home-made Cornish pastie.More marathon highlights:Dumfries Marathon (Dumfries & Galloway, Mar 19)Bungay Black Dog Marathon (Suffolk, Apr 2)Three Forts Marathon (West Sussex, Apr 30)Get ready for the Battle Of The HastyHastings Half

London Half-Marathon, Northamptonshire When? March 9 Why? A key London Marathon build-up race, this Silverstone racetrack-based event offers a flat course, slick organisation, abundant facilities – and Runner's World pacers. 85 90 80 ratings41