RUN Hereford 2023
Sponsored by Hereford Contract Canning
Back for its 43rd year, RUN with us on Sunday 14th May 2023 at Herefordshire's biggest and best running event
RUN Hereford is Herefordshire’s premier multi-discipline running event covering Half Marathon, 10K and 5K.
Runners find themselves enjoying Herefordshire’s beautiful countryside and challenging themselves on its undulating nature. Now in its 43rd year, RUN Hereford is widely regarded as Herefordshire’s most popular running event.
Are you ready to RUN Hereford? Let’s go!
1. Pick a distance!
Whatever way you want to RUN Hereford,
we have a distance to suit you. Take it easy on our 5K, push yourself through a 10K or complete a challenge with the Half Marathon.
Every distance is an achievement and we are right behind you whichever you choose.
Half Marathon
Herefordshire’s favourite 13.1-miler across our incredible landscape.
Open to anyone aged 18 and over.
10K
The perfect mix of fast flat sections and challenging ascents.
Open to anyone aged 15 and over.
2. See what you get
Apart from the thrill of the challenge, we will kit you out with everything you need for a successful run.
Every person to cross the finish line will also receive a RUN Hereford 2023 medal.
Hereford’s premier running event is back.
RUN Hereford hits the road on Sunday 14th May 2023 – and you won’t want to miss it.
Flourish in the 5K, tackle a 10K or hammer the Half Marathon, and help St Michael’s support families in our community at a time they need it most.
All entrants will receive a running bib together with all the event information you’ll need.
Included in the entry price is road closures, chip-timing, marshalled routes, signage, drinks station, post-run goodies, medal covers and a finishers’ medal.
Half Marathon Pricing
Super Early Entry – Until 30th June 2022.
| Half Affiliated Entry | Half Unaffiliated Entry | |
|---|---|---|
| Super Early Pricing Before 30th June 22 | Adult: £20 | Adult: £22 |
10K Pricing
| 10K Affiliated Entry | 10K Unaffiliated Entry | |
|---|---|---|
| Super Early Pricing Before 30th June 22 | Adult: £14 | Adult: £16 |
5K Pricing
| 5K Affiliated | 5K Unaffiliated | Child Entry | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Early Pricing Before 30th June 22 | Adult: £8 | Adult: £10 | Child: £8 |
Your entry includes:
- Your running number and timing chip
- Professional timing via DB Max with real-time results
- Medical cover
- Medal for finishers
- Gift for finishers
- Post race massage*
- Top three male and female finishers, plus veteran prizes, plus club prize
You’ll also benefit from:
- Event information
- Fully signed and marshalled routes
- Road closures*
- Water/First Aid stations
- Event Photography
*5K route roads fully closed, 10K and Half Marathon partially closed. Please refer to maps.
*Post race massage subject to availability
RUN – Half Marathon
Herefordshire’s favourite 13.1-miler offers the best the county has to offer – rolling hills and stunning scenery.
Enjoy closed roads at the start and finish, and be sure of a resounding return as supporters gather you welcome you back to the Livestock Market.
Super Early Entry – Until 31st May 2022.
Get our best price, your name on you bib and your running number sent to you prior to the race for priority entry.
| Half Affiliated Entry | Half Unaffiliated Entry | |
|---|---|---|
| Super Early Pricing Before 31st May 22 | Adult (18 & over): £20 | Adult (18 & over): £22 |
Start time: 10.10am
Route: The Half Marathon is the a fantastic scenic route. The route map can be downloaded from the panel to the right.
RUN – 10K
Entry is permitted on the day and registration is from 9am – 9.30am
Herefordshire’s favourite 13.1-miler offers the best the county has to offer – rolling hills and stunning scenery.
Enjoy closed roads at the start and finish, and be sure of a resounding return as supporters gather you welcome you back to the Livestock Market. Open to anyone aged 15 and over.
Super Early Entry – Until 31st May 2022.
| 10K Affiliated | 10K Unaffiliated | |
|---|---|---|
| Super Early Pricing Before 31st May 22 | Aged 15 & over: £14 | Aged 15 & over: £16 |
Start time: 10.10am
Route: The route map can be downloaded from the panel to the right.
RUN 5K
Entry is permitted on the day and registration is from 9am – 9.30am
A largely flat and fast course with the added of bonus of running part of it beside the encouraging crowds gathered at the Livestock Market. Ideal for all ages.
Open to anyone aged eight and over.
Super Early Entry – Until 31st May 2022.
| 5K Affiliated Entry | 5K Unaffiliated Entry | 5K Child Entry (8 & over) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Early Pricing Before 31st May 22 | Adult: £8 | Adult: £10 | Child: £8 |
Start time: 10.20am
Route: The route map can be downloaded from the panel to the right.
To make this day safe and enjoyable for everyone taking part, we have arranged road closures throughout the morning and early afternoon along the following routes:
Stretton Sugwas roundabout (A480 and A4103) to the Roman Road junction with Tillington Road (opposite Ned Potter Ltd) from 9.30am to 2.00pm.
Tillington Road between the Roman Road (A4103) and the crossroads near Burghill Valley Valley Golf Club between 10am and 11am.
Crowmoor Lane (near Burghill Valley Golf Club) – all directions 10.00am to 2.00pm.
Diversions will be in place, with marshals on hand to answer any queries and allow access to and from homes and businesses when deemed safe to do so. Please be aware that the 5K event, featuring 300 runners of all ages, will take place on the Roman Road between the Stretton Sugwas roundabout and the Tillington turning. This means there will be a strict road closure in place with no access between 10.20am and 11.20am.
Every year, runners tell us how much they appreciate the support from spectators along the route, and we know they would appreciate your backing again this year. We are sorry for any inconvenience the road closures may cause, and would like to thank the local community for their support and understanding.
If you have any queries, please contact Race Director: Matt Ashcroft on 01432 851 000
Could you be one of our top fundraisers?
The money you raise for St Michael’s makes a life-changing difference, and we’d love you to try and raise as much sponsorship as possible for your run!
Click here for the RUN Hereford sponsorship page and see how much you could raise.
Those raising more than £100 for St Michael’s will be rewarded with a Sponsors’ Pack containing some great goodies.
A short film featuring runner, teacher and Hospice supporter Ruth Hayden-Cox. Her infectious enthusiasm will inspire you to get the most out of online giving.
Overview
- Sunday 14th May 2023
- From 8am
- Hereford Livestock Market, Roman Road, Hereford HR4 7AN
- Prices start from £18 for adults £10 for children
- Free parking on-site
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