Half Marathons near Newmarket 2017
Achievable for the novices and not to be laughed at by the pros, if you’re looking for a challenge, a real challenge, can I recommend a half marathon race.
If you’re anything like me, you need a real life challenge to whip you into gear for training (read about my half marathon experience here). Signing up to an event like a half marathon is a huge driver to push you towards your fitness and lifestyle goals. This event requires dedication to training; running fitness yes but also resistance training and a lot of stretching is advised. It’s a commitment and enough to have a (positive) impact on your life, but not so extreme a challenge that it will take over your life completely.
So, here at BOTIC, we’ve put together a list of all the half marathons we could think of within accessible distance from Newmarket. If you’ve been thinking about it for a while or are looking for that motivation to a more active lifestyle, why not make 2017 the year for a half marathon race?
Cambridge Boundary Run
26th February 2017
Why run? See some beautiful seldom-explored areas of the city and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere
Saucony Cambridge Half Marathon
5th March 2017
Why run? Raise money for Cancer Research and let the huge crowds spur you on to a great time
MK Festival of Running Half Marathon
5th March 2017
Why run? This all tarmac race is part of a fun-filled day of family friendly events
Stowmarket Half Marathon
19th March 2017
Why run? Join the locals on this lovely countryside route - suitable for wheelchair racers
Colchester Half Marathon
12th March 2017
Why run? Raise money for The Essex & Herts Air Ambulance Trust and enjoy the many water, food and first aid stations along the route
Swavesey Half Marathon
March 2017
Why run? On the day entry available and a lush route on the footpaths around Fen Drayton lakes
Bungay Half Marathon
2nd April 2017
Why run? Enjoy your medal, goodie bag and technical t-shirt after this multi terrain race
Norwich Half Marathon
9th April 2017
Why run? This BARR Gold Grade event has a good rep for fast times and you can get work involved with the Business Challenge packages available
MK Half Marathon
1st May 2017
Why run? Get on route entertainment and instant times on this bank holiday Monday race
East Cambs Half Marathon
June 2016
Why run? Friendly and flat - ideal for newbies!
Kimbolton Half Marathon
20th August 2017
Why run? Beautiful historic route and £100 for the male and female winner!
Wissey Half Marathon
September 2017
Why run? A flat, fast race through idyllic Norfolk countryside
Ipswich Half Marathon
September 2017
Why run? Cash prizes for top winners and goodie bags for all
Milton Keynes Half Marathon
24th September 2017
Why run? Raise money for the NSPCC on the friendly for all levels race
Perkins Great Eastern Run Half Marathon
October 2017
Why run? Fantastic support from the locals and flat, fast course
Wimpole Half Marathon
October 2017
Beautiful scenery on this route around National Trust's Wimpole Estate
St Neots Half Marathon
November
Why run? 3 mile downhill finish = fast times!
Good luck on the challenge and remember the BOTIC team is here for all your sports therapy needs throughout your training.
Have we forgotten any? Let us know and we'll update the post! Happy running!