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Hi everyone,
This year marks the 42nd year of the Reading Half Marathon, thank you to
everyone who has chosen to run with us on 14th April. Whether you are
participating in the Half Marathon or the Green Park Challenge I hope you’ll
have an amazing day, enjoy the Race Village atmosphere and of course the
medal at the end. I know there are many races for you to choose from and I
am eternally grateful that you will be with us on race day. It is safe to say that
we definitely could not do it without you and that we cannot wait to see you.
We couldn’t do this event without the support from our friends at Reading
Borough Council, Reading Football Club, Green Park and the University of
Reading. I’d like to say a massive thank you to our partners and everyone
behind the scenes who work tirelessly to make this event happen.
We are always amazed by the overwhelming support our runners show to
our official charities and we’re sure this year will be no different. If you still
haven’t decided which charity to run for please take a look at the fantastic
variety you have to choose from on page 14. Through your achievements,
the event will raise hundreds of thousands of pounds for them and of course
encourages more people to be healthy and active.
The weekend is renowned for being one of the best in the running calendar
with something to offer everyone. We hope you enjoy your day as much as
we enjoy organising it for you and seeing you cross the finish line to receive
your well-deserved medal.
Best of luck and have a great race,
Judith Manson, Race Director
 MERCHANDISE

WILL YOU BE WEARING ONE OF OUR FABULOUS RACE T-SHIRTS ON RACE DAY?
We hope you like them as much as we do.
We look forward to seeing you proudly wearing them on race day.

2023 SHORT SLEEVE T-SHIRTS 2023 LONG SLEEVE T-SHIRTS SNOOD – £9.00
£22.00 £25.00 Adaptable, lightweight and soft. The
Men’s and Women’s sizes: S - XXL Men’s and Women’s sizes: S - XXL Snood can be worn around your neck,
wrist, head or even as a hairband.
One size.

UNISEX ½ ZIP LONG SLEEVE UNISEX FLEECE HOODIE RACE BIB CLIPS
£35.00 £37.00 £7.00
Technical brushed fleece, reflective Brushed effect for superior comfort, A great way to attach your Race Bib
detail on the front and back, cuffs with front pouch pocket, contemporary fit. to your running top. The Bib Clips are
thumb opening, slightly longer at the Double Jersey hood lining for extra great as they do not cause any damage
back for comfort fit. comfort. to your top and they can be reused!
Sizes: S – XL Sizes: S – XL One size only – Pack of 4

HOW TO BUY
You can purchase event merchandise at the same time as entering the race
OR
At the event – visit us in the Official Merchandise tent.

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HOW TO GET YOUR RACE BIB

When you entered online you had two choices regarding WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING TO COLLECT YOUR PACK?
how to receive your Race Bib: Please bring a copy of your booking confirmation email
(on your phone is fine) and some form of ID – e.g. driving
1. Have your Race Bib posted to you for a postage fee (UK
licence or bankcard.
only). If you receive a free T-shirt with your entry e.g. VIP
or you ordered a Race T-shirt this will also be in your CAN YOU EXCHANGE YOUR T-SHIRT IF IT DOES NOT FIT?
pack. T-shirt exchanges and general queries are all at the Help
2. Collect your Race Bib on Friday 12th April or Saturday Desk, which is open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. See
13th April from the Reading Football Club Stadium. page 7 for opening times. However, please note there will
be limited stock available.
If you chose Option 1, you may have received your bib
already; if not sit back and relax it will land on your CAN I COLLECT SOMEONE ELSE’S PACK WITH MINE?
doormat in time for the weekend. Yes, please bring proof that your friend/family member
has asked you to collect their bib (text etc.). You will be
If you chose Option 2, we look forward to seeing you asked to sign for it.
before the day. When you arrive at the Stadium head to
the Help Desk tent with volunteers and collection lanes. CAN YOU COLLECT ON SUNDAY 14TH APRIL (RACE DAY)
No, unfortunately there is no Race Pack Collection on
The Race Pack collection points will be manned by some
Sunday, however, the Help Desk will be open at 7am for
wonderful volunteers and open during the following
any last minute queries.
times:
If you have any questions regarding collection please
n Friday 12th April: 5pm – 8pm
email: [email protected]
n Saturday 13th April: 10am – 4pm

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 GETTING THERE

It can never be too early to organise your Race Day travel. Please plan your journey before you set off and whatever
mode of transport you use, allow extra time for delays or congestion.
We suggest you aim to arrive in Reading no later than 08:45.

PRE BOOKED PARKING SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE

If you have pre-booked parking in one of our Shuttle buses run between Reading Station
official car parks, all directions will be included and the Race Village from 7am. They operate
with your permit. on a loop all day with the last bus leaving the
Stadium at 3pm.
If you ordered race pack posting your permit
will be sent to you in your race pack. It must be There is a small charge to use the shuttle bus
clearly displayed in your vehicle. of £1.50 each way or £1 for concessionary pass
holders and children under five years of age
Please note that some car parks may have travel free.
restrictions on leaving times and will not open
before the stated time. If you have booked parking in the Yellow or
Blue car park, your bus service is free.
There is no parking at the stadium or on the
surrounding roads. If you have not pre booked TRAINS
a car parking space close to the stadium, we Please check all train times with National Rail
suggest you use town centre parking and Enquiries – Telephone: 03457 48 49 50
travel on the shuttle bus service from the train www.nationalrail.co.uk
station. All car parks are non-refundable & non-
transferable.
Red Car Park – Located on A33/ Longwater
Avenue (RG2 0QS), this car park is approx. 2
minutes’ walk to the Race Village. Please note
vehicles cannot leave before 12.30pm and
must be moved by 4pm when the car park will
be locked.
Yellow Car Park – Located at Wood (Foster
Wheeler), Shinfield Park, Shinfield, RG2 9FW.
There is a free shuttle bus to and from the Race
Village.
Blue Car Park – Located at Mereoak Park & Ride,
RG7 1JY, just south of J11 on the M4. There is
a free shuttle bus to and from the Race Village.

DUE TO ROAD CLOSURES, DO NOT USE JUNCTION 11

OFF THE M4 TO ACCESS READING TOWN

Please note there is a 20 – 30 minute walk from the race

village to the start line. If you or one of your supporters
have any mobility issues and is in need of assistance, then
please contact our Event Team in advance on:
0778 813 7117
or email [email protected]

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BEFORE THE RACE

Unless you have ordered postage your Race Bib and

n  BAGGAGE
purchased or free merchandise (T-shirt) will be ready You will find a baggage label with your Race
to collect from the Help Desk on the Race Village Bib as a separate label, this will be the same
from 5pm on Friday 12th April – see page 5 for number as your race number. Be sure to keep
details. Please note packs can only be collected on this label safe, as you will need this on race day.
Friday and Saturday. Loss of your baggage label will not only delay
your start but also delay the collection of your
Plan your journey - on the day as importantly as you
n  bag. Place your label in a prominent position on
plan your training. For up to date travel information your bag and head to the Kit Tent.
and road closures visit:
www.readinghalfmarathon.com Please note, just like at an airport bags must not
be left unattended under any circumstances
Check the weather – Make sure you prepare for the
n  and could result in the event being delayed.
right weather conditions and wear the right kit. It is It is your responsibility to make sure your bag
likely to be cold so please bring an old top that you are is safe in the Kit Tent so please make sure you
happy not to see again, while you wait at the start line. hand your bag to a member of staff, even if
Drop it at the side of the road, all discarded clothes are you are in a hurry. Organisers cannot be held
being donated to a local charity – they will be very responsible for any losses. At peak times, you
grateful. may experience queues.
Arrive Early – the Race Village and Kit Tent open at
n  HELP DESK
7am on Sunday. It will be busy with thousands of The Help Desk on the Race Village is open on
runners attending, allow plenty of time to drop off Friday 12th, Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th
your bag and make your way to your start zone. April to answer any queries you have.
If you cannot run this year please don’t give your bib
n  There is a limited supply of replacement race
to a friend, the race is licensed by UKA and under their packs so please don’t worry if you arranged
rules if a person is found to be running in another postage and you’ve lost yours or the dog ate it!
runner’s bib there are consequences. You could both
face prosecution, disqualification and potentially OPENING TIMES:
refused entry into future UKA races.
Friday 12th April: 5pm – 8pm
RACE BIB Saturday 13th April: 10am – 4pm
Your Race Bib contains your timing chip; please
do not attempt to remove this. Race numbers Sunday 14th April (Race Day): 7am – 3pm
must be worn, unaltered, do not turn any part
of it over and always wear it on the front of your FIRST TIMERS
running top. Your race number is unique to The experience you have is important to us and
you. In the event of an emergency, we use race the day has been designed to try to give you
numbers to identify individuals. the best possible racing experience. If this is
PLEASE ENSURE YOU COMPLETE YOUR your first Half Marathon then please make sure
MEDICAL INFORMATION ON THE REVERSE OF to read all information provided in this race
YOUR RACE BIB. guide.

Your race number will be either white or black, On the day, be sure to follow instructions
as you exit the stadium please follow the signs provided by marshals and the commentary
to make sure you are in the correct lane in the team via the PA.
finish funnel.

FAQS
For any additional information or queries
check our FAQs section online.

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 RACE DAY – SUNDAY 14TH APRIL

READING HALF MARATHON, GREEN PARK CHALLENGE AND HILTON READING CORPORATE CHALLENGE

TIMETABLE FOR RACE DAY THE HILTON READING

07.00 Race Village, Car Parks open and Shuttle CORPORATE CHALLENGE
buses start service We will arrange with your Team Leader to collect
08:30 Green Park Challenge Starts everyone’s wristbands so you can access the Hilton
Reading Corporate Challenge hospitality room in the
08:40 First Green Park finisher expected across
the finish line Stadium Conference Centre. Here you can drop off your
bag and then all you have to do is go to the start line,
08:50 Last shuttle bus and taxis leaves train enter the correct zone (Green Park Challenge – Purple,
station to get you to the start line on time
Half Marathon – Red) and wait for the gun!
09:00 Half Marathon runners begin to walk
down to start line VIP
10:00 Half Marathon Wheelchair Race Starts If you signed up as one of our special VIP’s, good choice
and well done as VIP always sells out fast. You have a great
10:15 Half Marathon First Wave Starts
day ahead of you as your VIP entry not only includes your
11:15 First elite runner expected to finish Half Marathon race entry and technical T-shirt but you
11:15 – 11:30 Awards Presentation on the pitch can also enjoy the hospitality in the VIP area, the VIP bag
12:15 – 13:15 Peak time of finishers drop, free photograph and a well-deserved postrace
massage.
14:15 Last Half Marathon runner expected to
finish On race day please pick up your VIP wristband from the
15:00 Race Village closes & final shuttle bus Help Desk and head to the Club 106 room on the first
leaves for train station floor of the Stadium Conference Centre.

PACERS
THE START ZONES We have a great team of pacers, who will each be wearing
Please make sure you are in your start zone in plenty
n  a flag with their allocated time. Please allow plenty of
of time, the race cannot be delayed for anyone. time at the start line to find your pacer. Please note that
Your Race Bib is a colour coded race number; you
n  all pacers will be running to their own chip time, not gun
should only start in your allocated colour/start zone. time, therefore if your need to clarify what splits they are
This will help prevent you going too quickly or slowly doing, just ask, they are very friendly. More information
at the start. on pacers can be found at:
www.readinghalfmarathon.com/pages/pace-runners
If your entry has been downloaded we cannot change
your start zone. Please note you can only start in your RACE VILLAGE ACTIVITY
allocated start zone, they have been measured for the Located at the Reading Football Club Stadium, the Race
right number of people and no additional runners. The Village is close to the start line in Green Park and right
start will be released in waves one colour at a time. next to the finish line on the magnificent Stadium half
way line. Athletes come to drop off their baggage in the
COLOUR START ZONES: morning, soak up the entertainment before and after the
White Elites race, meet friends and grab a bite to eat and drink. See
page 10 for a map of the Race Village.
Yellow 01:25:00
Red 01:45:00 MEDICAL PROVISION
Blue 01:55:00 We take the provision of medical care very seriously.
There is a large First Aid area close to the finish line
Green 02:05:00 managed by crews from Waterside Medical and South
Orange 02:20:00 Central Ambulance Service; they will also be located
Pink 02:20:00 plus along the route. We will be in constant contact with the
medical teams so we can react quickly to any medical
Please note all start zone timings are subject to change. situation that arises. If you require medical attention
Sub 1.45 means anyone who has a finisher time including on the day, please alert a member of the race team or a
and under 1 hour, 44 minutes and 59 seconds. Route Marshal.

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RACE DAY – SUNDAY 14TH APRIL

ILLNESS, INJURY & DEFERRALS Split into two waves (purple and pink) it is designed to
We strongly recommend you do not compete if you are ensure your start is safely controlled and reduces the risk
feeling unwell or injured. If you have concerns prior to of pushing. The fun run finishes inside the Stadium and
race day please contact your doctor or physio before from here, runners will head through the finishers’ funnel
running. and into the Race Village. Please arrange to meet your
friends or family in the centre of the Race Village or by a
We do have a deferral process, therefore if you are unable location, which is easy to find – e.g. the Merchandise Tent
to take part in this year’s event due to injury or illness and (see map on page 10).
can provide an evidence note by physio or doctor then
please submit this to our deferrals page which can be First Wave – Purple
found online via our FAQS. Age 11 and over
Plus Corporate Challenge Green Park Challenge runners
TIMING
Your Race Bib will record two times, your chip time and Second Wave – Pink
your gun time. Your chip time starts when you pass over Age 10 and under
the start line, whilst your gun time will start when the Plus all allocated accompanying adults
first start gun is fired. Your timing device is attached to
your Race Bib therefore, please do not remove or tamper
with it. Please note you cannot move forward into a different
zone.
Please note all Half Marathon competition results are
based on gun time, not chip time. Please make sure you start in your allocated zone, failure
to do this will result in disqualification from the Schools
GREEN PARK CHALLENGE Challenge Results and Awards.
The Green Park Challenge will start on the same start line
Unlike the Half Marathon the Green Park Challenge and
as the Half Marathon. The fun run will begin at 08:30 with
Schools Challenge results are based on your Chip Time,
a pulsed start.
not the Gun Time.

A33
Longwater Drive

Northern Way
START

Brook Drive
GreenPark

Race Site

Stadium

Finish

Shooters Way

Costco

South Oak Way

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what3words has given every 3m square in the world a
unique 3 word address, which means it’s easy to find and
share any location with just three words. We will be using
what3words for the exact location of key places like the
Help Desk, Kit Tent and car parking on event day. Starting Zones (allow 30 minutes walk from the stadium)

Pink Wheelchair Hilton Hotel

To find out more visit: www.what3words.com Access to Start Red Car Park
Orange
no exit
until 12:30pm
Green
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Blue
Bennet Road
no parking
Red

Yellow Walking routes from the Race

Village to the start line will be
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First Aid Point what3words 4
1 Help Desk ///guilty.stays.treat 13
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3 Hilton Corporate Challenge Box ///bound.pushed.motion 13
8 In/Out STADIUM
– Inside Conference Centre 2 1 PC World
10
Hotel
4 Toilets (more available in the stadium) ///corner.spit.slick 3
Hotel & Bar
open to non residents FINISH
5 Massage Tent ///nights.amount.ropes
6
west stand open

6 Disabled Parking ///fade.lights.memo

In/Out
south stand open 12
7 Charity Partners Tent ////covers.liver.puzzle In/Out

8 Official Merchandise Tent ///food.gets.issue

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9 Medals/Finisher Items Collection Point ///gave.lies.merit shuttle Green Park
buses no event parking
10 VIP Suite ///bound.pushed.motion
– Inside Conference centre

11 Shuttle Bus to Train Station ///pounds.snows.bike

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12 Shuttle Bus to Race Car Parks ///stone.tips.salads

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13 Food & Drink

RACE VILLAGE
THE ROUTE

Shuttle Bus Stop

Reading
Valpy
Street The Forbury
Reading West

Friar Street

Oxford Kings Road

The
Russell
Street
8M Road Oracle 7M
9M Tilehurst Road London Street

w Hospital

Coley Avenue
w Hospital

10M 6M
Prospect Liebenrood
Road
11M Kendrick Road
Park
Berkeley
Bath Road Avenue

Hospital
5M
Christchurch
The Queen’s Drive
Coley Recreation Ground Waterloo Road
Meadows University
of Reading
A33

Pepper
Lane 4M

12M Northumberland
Shinfield Road
w Avenue
3M
Basingstoke
1M Road w
Green Park Hospital

Bennet Road
Whitley Wood Road
START Hartland Road
A33
Retail
Brook Drive Park 2M
Select Car Leasing
Stadium FINISH
Longwater Half Marathon Route
Avenue 13M
Green Park Challenge Route

M Mile Markers

Charity Cheering Point

w Water

Toilets

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 ON ROUTE

Whilst running the Half Marathon route please be sure SWEEP TIMES
to follow the signs and listen to the instructions of the
marshals. 1 mile 11.10
2 miles 11.25
WATER STATIONS
There will be four Water Stations on the route at regular 3 miles 11.40
intervals serving water in 330 ml sport bottles (see map on
page 11). It is important to know what your body needs, 4 miles 11.50
practise/train using hydration so you know what you need 5 miles 12.10
and what to do to keep hydrated during the race.
6 miles 12.20
Everyone is different, not everyone needs to take on
water at each station so please practise this in advance 7 miles 12.35
on your training runs.
8 miles 12.55
TOILETS 9 miles 13.10
There will be a small number of toilets at each Water
Station, as well as lots of toilets in the Race Village and 10 miles 13.35
inside the Stadium. With thousands of runners getting
11 miles 13.45
ready to go to the start line, please expect queues for the
toilet facilities in the Race Village. 12 miles 14.05
LEAD CAR & SWEEP VEHICLE 13 miles 14.25
Both races will be led by a lead car, which drives in front
of the lead runners ensuring a clean running line. There is
also a sweep vehicle at the rear of the race who supports CROWD PARTICIPATION & ENTERTAINMENT
anyone who may be struggling. The sweep vehicle will The route will be lined with spectators and charity
only carry those in need and will not leave its position at cheering points! To keep those legs pumping when the
the rear of the race, unless there is an emergency. going gets tough.

Once the sweep vehicle has gone past, roads will begin to MEDICAL ASSISTANCE ON ROUTE
re-open in accordance with timings agreed with Reading If you require medical attention on the day please alert
Council. If the sweep vehicle goes past you and you are a Route Marshal who will be lining the route wearing
outside of the sweep times below you may be asked to a yellow high visibility bib, they will be able to call for
continue on the pavement. further medical assistance. There are trained medics
positioned strategically around the route, ready to react
if needed.
Please ensure you have filled in the medical section on
the back of your race number.

RACE PHOTOGRAPHY
As well as our two wonderful photographers Alex and Vit,
Marathon Photos Live will be present to make sure they
capture your finish line moments. All of the Marathon
Photos Live race pics will be online within seconds of
being taken.
Look out for the link in your results email to find your
photos.
To make sure they don’t miss you please remember you
must wear your Race Bib clearly on the front of your
T-shirt.

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 CHARITY PARTNERS

Each year we work with some truly inspiring charities that help a variety of great causes and 2024 is no different!
Our objective is to transform the amount raised through the Reading Half Marathon event for our Charity Partners.
If you have not decided to run for a charity yet it’s never too late – we encourage everyone to run for one of these
amazing charities. You will also find most of them in the Race Village – go say hello and drop a few pennies in one of
the Charity collection tins.

CANCER RESEARCH UK – HEADLINE CHARITY www.cancerresearchuk.org

Today, 1 in 2 people now survive cancer; we want to get to 3 in 4 by 2034. Every step
we make towards beating cancer relies on every pound and every runner. Cancer is
happening right now and together we can beat cancer. Join our team and help bring
forward the day when all cancers are cured.

SUE RYDER www.sueryder.org

Sue Ryder supports people through the most difficult times of their lives. Whether that’s
a terminal illness, the loss of a loved one or a neurological condition – we’re there when
it matters.

BIBS (BABIES IN BUSCOT SUPPORT) www.bibs.org.uk

BIBS help to give sick and premature newborns at the Royal Berkshire Hospital the best
possible start in life. A small charity, run by parents of former Buscot (neonatal ward)
graduates – every penny raised helps save tiny lives and provide emotional support for
families. We fund life-saving equipment, improve facilities and care for the families who
follow in our footsteps.

BERKSHIRE WOMEN’S AID www.berkshirewomensaid.org.uk

Berkshire Women’s Aid is a charity that supports all survivors of domestic violence and
abuse across Berkshire. We work with survivors to find immediate routes to safety to
recover and rebuild. Our vision is to break the cycle of domestic abuse, today and for
future generations.

CAMP MOHAWK www.campmohawk.org.uk

Camp Mohawk is a multi functional day centre for children with special needs, set in
5 acres of beautiful countryside, just outside Wargrave. Our vision is for children and
young people with special needs arising from physical or cognitive disabilities to
receive the support necessary to realise their full potential as valued individuals, with
their disability being openly understood and accepted.

ROYAL BERKS CHARITY www.royalberkscharity.co.uk

Royal Berks Charity provides vital funds that enhance the care and experience of
patients and staff at Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. It enables the funding of
projects, equipment and endeavours that goes above and beyond what the NHS can
provide.

STARTING POINT www.startingpoint.org.uk

Starting Point enables young people who face disadvantage to see transformation in
their lives – we passionately believe every young person should have the chance of a
brighter more hopeful future.

SPORT IN MIND www.sportinmind.org

A Reading-based charity that uses sport and physical activity to improve the lives
of people experiencing mental health problems. Our award-winning programmes,
delivered in partnership with the NHS, help aid recovery, promote mental wellbeing,
improve physical health, combat social isolation and empower people in the UK to
move their lives forward in a positive direction.

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GET INVOLVED

We hope you enjoy this years Reading Half Marathon and Find out more about all of these opportunities by
Green Park Challenge. emailing: [email protected]
Whether it is your first, second or third time or perhaps
you have been in every single event, we would love to
have you back next year.

NOT RUNNING
If you are interested in being involved but don’t want to
run there are many ways you can join us, why not...

BECOME A PARTNER
We are always looking to welcome new organisations to
share in this fantastic race. If you or your company would
like to be part of an iconic event please get in touch and
we would be thrilled to talk through some ideas.

AND THAT’S NOT ALL

We have a range of opportunities available from

VOLUNTEERS
entertainment and performing to being part of the Race
Crew.

VOLUNTEERS VOLUNTEER IN 2025

Each year we rely on the generosity of so many Want to be part of the Reading Half Marathon in 2025 but
individuals, charities, organisations, community groups, don’t want to run? Why not become part of our dedicated
sports and running clubs who help us make this event volunteering team.
happen. There are over 700 people involved on the day,
all giving up their free time to make your run as good as Being a volunteer is extremely rewarding, it is a chance to
it can be. meet new friends and like-minded people but it is not for
the faint hearted.
Individual volunteers are recruited directly through the
event website known as Race Makers. As well as Race It can be a long, tiring day and come rain or shine we
Makers groups of volunteers come from various local will need your support to help make this fabulous event
organisations that have assisted the races for many years. happen.

Most volunteers started their day while you were just To find out more email: [email protected]
getting up, they have been unpacking medals and goody
bags in the finish funnel, arranging tables and chairs,
setting up the Kit Tents, sorting out water on the route or
standing at the end of a road to ensure the route is safe
and ready for you.
Please say a BIG THANK YOU to all our wonderful
volunteers – high five them on the route, give them a
big smile and a cheer if you can.

OUR COMMITMENT
Goldline Events is committed to ‘Helping Runners Be
The Best They Can Be’, giving them access to the best
races and creating the best runner experience in all of
our events – as a volunteer ‘Race Maker’ you can expect
the same commitment: we will train you to be the best
you can be in your role, provide you with the equipment
you need to fulfil your role and ensure you have the best
experience of the day.

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AFTER THE RACE

So, you’ve crossed the finish line and have achieved your Please note that all Schools Challenge results will be
goal, WELL DONE. based on the runners chip time.
You may have raised thousands for charity, you’re For more information about the Schools Challenge and
probably very emotional and posing proudly with your the prizes available please visit:
finishers medal for that all important photo. https://www.readinghalfmarathon.com/pages/green-
Whether you had the best time ever or are really glad to park-challenge
be finished you still have a few things coming your way
over the next few days.
THE HILTON READING
RESULTS
The race results will show two times, your chip time
CORPORATE CHALLENGE
The Hilton Reading Corporate Challenge team’s score will
and your gun time. Your gun time is your official Half
be calculated as the total of the chip times of the fastest
Marathon race time in accordance with UKA rules.
two members running the Half Marathon and the fastest
You will receive an email on the evening of race day to two members running the Green Park Challenge.
confirm your provisional finish time and place.
All other team members’ times will be excluded, so that
The full list of provisional results will be posted on our all teams can be fairly compared no matter the size of the
official website on the day of the race. team.

Please note that some results must be verified before The results are not finalised on race day, there is a slight
being made official. It can take up to 5 days for the results delay whilst the Half Marathon and Green Park Challenge
to be listed as official, this is due to any queries runners results are confirmed and listed as official. Once made
may have about their result or timing. We appreciate your official the first, second and third place teams will be
patience if there is a slight delay, we will work as quickly contacted.
as we can to verify the results.
If you have any queries about your result or chip timing
then please get in touch with our timing providers as
soon as possible so they can look into this effectively.
RACE PHOTOS
Don’t forget to look out for your link in your results email
Please email any queries to: [email protected]
to your race photos.
FEEDBACK
We work hard each year to provide an event that you
will remember for all the right reasons, your feedback is HAVE YOU ORDERED YOUR ITAB YET?
vital to ensure we deliver the best possible race year after There is still time to order your iTAB medal ribbon holder
year, please let us know the bits your loved and if there to show off your efforts. You can purchase yours from our
is anything that we can improve to enhance your day by website up to race day and it will be sent to you shortly
emailing: [email protected] after the race. How smart do these look?

GREEN PARK SCHOOLS CHALLENGE

Each year we award over 100 prizes to children across the
county, a child is automatically entered into the Schools
Challenge if their school was included on their entry.
Following the race the School Challenge results will be
calculated by the events team once the results have been
listed as official.
Please bear with us during this time as the awarding
system is a time consuming process. Once confirmed the
Schools Challenge winners will be contacted and invited
to an awards evening via the email address, which was After race day you can order yours from iTAB:
inputted on their entry. https://www.itab.us.com/product/reading-half/

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SPONSORS & PARTNERS

This race could not happen without the fantastic help and support of so many people who work tirelessly before,
during and after the event to help us bring it to life. We would like to say a massive thank you to all our sponsors,
partners and agencies who have helped us along the way.

Green Park Greatest Hits radio Reading Borough Council

University of Reading iTAB Therapists off the High Street
Reading Football Club Marathon Photos
Voco Reading Hilton Reading Hotel

Headline Charity Cancer Research UK

Charity Partners Sue Ryder Royal Berk’s Charity

Babes in Buscot Support (BIBS) Starting Point
Berkshire Women’s Aid Sport in Mind
Camp Mohawk
OUR RACE TEAM
A massive thank you to the guys and girls who can be found in the Race Village building your event or on the route
marking out Mile Markers to help us make this one of the best races out there.

VOLUNTEERS & RACE MAKERS THA

A special thank you goes out to our army of brilliant volunteers and marshals, without whom this event simply could
not happen. Thank you for giving us your time and helping us make this such a fantastic event and great day for
everyone. Whether you are from a charity, club, group or individual Race Maker, we appreciate you all for being
involved in this year’s event.

RUNNERS
Most of all we want to say thank you to all the runners this year, whether you have taken part in the Green Park
Challenge or the Half Marathon. You are the reason we do this and we hope you enjoy your day as much as we enjoy
organising it!

WHAT’S NEXT
We hope you enjoyed this year’s races. Whether it was your first, second or third time or perhaps you have been in
every single event, we would love to have you back next year.
Entries for the 2025 race will be open on Monday 15th April. Enter early to catch the Early Bird Offers, plus all 2024
finishers will be sent an even bigger discount as a thank you from us for taking part – this special finisher discount is
only valid for 1 week so make sure you don’t miss it.
If you cannot wait until 2025, you’ll be pleased to know
you can join us at the Robin Hood Half Marathon in September 2024.

www.robinhoodhalfmarathon.co.uk

WILL YOU BE ONE OF OUR LUCKY

HALF MARATHON WINNERS?
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There are 42 tickets to celebrate 42 years

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Early Bird discounts on race entries for 2025 will be on sale from
10am on Monday 15th April and you won’t want to miss out on these discounts!

RAN IN 2024 – SAVE EVEN MORE

Check your Inbox on Sunday evening for the BEST EVER 2024 finisher
discount code which will give you ANOTHER £10.00 OFF the Early Bird price
– YES you did read that right – £15.00 OFF your 2025 entry!

This offer is only valid for one week from Monday 15th April
to midnight on Sunday 21st April, so don’t miss out!

WE’RE READY FOR 2025 – HOW ABOUT YOU?

www.readinghalfmarathon.com