Sun 23 Apr 2023 Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, UK Entries closed

Northstowe Half Marathon and Be Prepared 5K | Be Prepared 5K

Run through the newly developing town of Northstowe where the scenery is constantly changing; with landscaped open spaces, natural areas and innovative architecture.

  • Sun 23 Apr 2023
Northstowe Secondary College, Cambridge

Be Prepared 5K

09:45

£8-£15

Age 11 & over

  • 5 km multi terrain running + 6 m ascent

Overview

This very flat multi-terrain course will take you past important historical features of neighbouring Longstanton, new developments of modern Northstowe Town, peaceful paths around the Bug Hunter Waters lake and out into the surrounding countryside with its open skies and wide natural vistas. You’ll be surprised to see so much diversity within the half marathon distance and you won’t be bored, it's a promise!

  • Chip timing
  • Marshalled course
  • Finisher medal
  • Goody bag 
  • Finisher t-shirt
  • Water stations
  • Refreshments
  • Professional First Aid under UKA licence
  • Winners' prizes
  • Great atmosphere


Be Prepared 5K will support the 1st Northstowe Scouts Group and the runners will enjoy a flat lap around the Bug Hunters Waters lake in the Northstowe Water Park. 

All abilities welcome.


This event is part of Northstowe Half Marathon and Be Prepared 5K.

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Event village
  • Families
  • Free venue entry
  • Newcomers
  • Spectators
  • Teams
  • Traders at event
  • Virtual option
  • Wheelchair users

Location

  • Bag storage
  • Cafe
  • Free parking
  • Paid parking
  • Toilets
  • Urban

Route

  • 1 lap
  • Distance markers
  • First aid
  • Flat
  • Marshals
  • Mass start
  • No cut off time
  • Out and back
  • Toilets
  • Traffic free
  • Water stations
  • Way markers

Sustainability

  • Carbon offset
  • Plastic bottle free
  • Plastic-free event
  • Public transport links
  • Recycling
  • Trees not tees

What's included

  • Chip timing
  • Eco medal
  • Massage
  • Race photo
  • Trophy

Fundraising

  • Fundraising incentives
  • Fundraising materials
  • Fundraising support

Entries

  • Age 11 & over
  • Entries closed
  • Charity places
  • Collect race pack
  • Enter on day
  • Enter online
  • Event merch available
  • Insurance available

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Northstowe Secondary College, Cambridge

Half Marathon

09:30

£26-£32

Age 17 & over

  • 21.1 km multi terrain running + 30 m ascent