Headington 5 mile.
We were trying to achieve our four different distances for club award
without having to extend ourselves to a marathon or half! 5 mile races
seem to be few and far apart, but we managed to find this one and only in
Oxford.
An excellent flat course (120 ft climb), well sign posted and with ample
marshals. Headington Road Runners are very friendly hosts. The
organisation was good and with only about 250 entrants, the start through
winding streets was no problem. After both of us achieving PBs the range
of cakes on sale took us nearly as long to decide which to have. The range
of freebies at the finish was also a treat with the usual drinks and
snacks, but also included trainer fresheners and we even got a
commemorative mug!
If you are looking for a fast 5 mile run next year then sign up for this
one, I highly recommend it.
Stuart Knight
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