Comments: one of four lunchtime races taking place on November 16th, December 14th, January 18th and February 22nd; "a 5K race around Saltwell Park, Gateshead's award winning Victorian park"; "for each race a handicap system provides the opportunity for success at all levels from the international to the jogger"; "entries on the day must arrive early".

Comments: RACE FULL; the race was full in 2012 on the cd and in 2010 on Feb10; "the course is undulating (Yorkshire Style) - what do you expect in the Pennines - but with a fast finish"; "T-shirt"; my opinion (from when I did it in 2003 and 2004) is that the "Yorkshire Style" of "undulating" is what I would call "hilly" but I did enjoy the fast downhill finish!.

Comments: "anticlockwise course starting and finishing in Maryport, passing through Dearham, Bulgill and Crosby on the West Cumbrian coast".

Comments: ukresults.net says the RACE IS FULL; the race became full for the 2012 race in about 32 days, for the 2011 race in 30 days and for the 2010 race in 21 days; "the race starts on Garths End in Pocklington and runs through Meltonby, Bishop Wilton, Bolton and Yapham Mill before returning to the Market Place in Pockington"; "flat, rural"; "memento".

Comments: "on the Friday over 1000 children from local primary schools take part and run round a mini course - the children are also given sponsorship packs in the hope that they will be able to raise additional money for the cause"; "on the Saturday approximately 800 students and members of the local community run the full course"; "the Fun Run raises approximately 4000 pounds for Sport in Action Zambia on an annual basis".

Comments: this is the rescheduled date for the race that was postponed from February 5th; use the following link to get more details about the use of existing race numbers, transfer of existing race numbers and deferment to 2013; use the online entry link if you have not already entered; "start and finish, Dewsbury Ring Road"; "T-shirt"; when I ran it in 2002 I wrote "as boring as the Leeds Abbey Dash, too early in the morning, headwind; some K markers (held by people!)" but I got a fast time.

Comments: the race was full in 2011 on Feb09 and in 2010 on Feb08; "out and back course from Bampton village"; "passes along the shores of Haweswater in a remote and dramatic mountain valley"; "hilly course offers an exhilarating run"; junior 2.5K fun run as well (starting just after the main race); "New Balance discount voucher and a race memento".

Comments: "scenic, rural"; "T-shirt"; 5K fun run (at 1015) as well.

Comments: "free refreshments for runners".

Comments: "the annual Edinburgh University 'KB' 5 Mile Road Race takes place round the scenic streets of South Edinburgh"; "the one lap course is fairly undulating and is always popular with local club runners"; "registration, number collection and entries on the day will be in KB House, at King's Buildings (West Mains Road), from 1100 until 1240".

Comments: "two loop race from Princess Mary Athletics Stadium"; in 2011 the course was altered slightly - "following the opening of the Whitechapel Bridge over the M62, the course reverts to its normal route"; "runners information will be available at www.spenac.co.uk"; "memento".

Comments: "the course at Roundhay Park is perfect for novices to try running, walking or jogging, or for a seasoned runner to warm up for longer distances in the future"; "with three distances to choose from, you decide the distance and set your Resolution challenge".

Comments: "the events are 18K and 10K long"; "along waymarked footpaths and bridleways, giving panoramic views of both Morecambe Bay and the surrounding peaks"; "underfoot conditions are variable with a bit of everything"; "good fast sections, but it can be very sticky in places, especially if wet"; "T-shirt, memento"; children's Fun Trails for under 12s as well; discount for booking this event early and discount for booking multiple events.

Comments: "road course starting/finishing at the Manvers Waterfront Boatclub"; "T-shirt"; 1.5M fun run (at 0945) as well.

Comments: "join one of six 10K runs taking place in March 2012 around the country to get fit and raise some vital funds for your local Age UK - all funds raised will go towards our winter Spread the Warmth campaign - looking after older people at a time of year when things can really become a struggle"; "just outside Leeds, beautiful Harewood House is the setting for a unique 10K experience - bring your whole family and take in the views of the stunning country house for a brilliant day out on Mother's Day".

Comments: this is a new race and not the traditional Huddersfield 10K; "if you require parking facilities you are advised to use the Pay and Display"; "you should arrive at the Stadium between 0800 and 0830 in order to pick up your race number and chip"; "limit of 1000"; at the start, "runners will be placed into groups of similar ability"; "the route will start and finish at the Stadium - you will be emailed a copy of the route nearer the time with final preparation details"; "T-shirt".

Comments: "entry restricted to 400"; "race numbers to be collected at Registration"; "fast flat course"; "sections of the course include the old railway track which is inaccessible to vehicles"; "mile markers"; I do not know how accurate the map is.

Comments: "challenging run/walk on an undulating multi terrain 10K route"; "the route links the four superb parks: Lund Park, Devonshire Park, Cliffe Castle and Victoria Park via roads and footpaths"; "no obligation to raise sponsorship - those who raise over 50 pounds in sponsorship get complementary entry into the following year's event"; "branded Big K 10K draw string kit bag"; "as it's held on Mother's Day, every mother also receives a Carnation"; as well as normal online entry, there are also online entry for 16 years and under and online entry for the Corporate Challenge 5 person entry.

Comments: "an undulating anti-clockwise loop starting at the crossroads beside Winder Hall" (CA13 9UP) - cross the River Cocker at Low Lorton Bridge and turn left - take first left after [i.e., about 2K South of] Thackthwaite then left to cross Scale Hill Bridge - turn right at Low Lorton to finish in the school field"; "the outward part of the course is mildly (by Cumbrian standards) undulating but with a relatively level finish and fantastic views of Mellbreak, Grasmoor and Whiteside"; "K markers"; "hot meals and home baking will be available, as well as games and activities to interest children..

Comments: the entry form has a postcode of S26 5PQ whereas I think the Park is at S26 5RN; "T-shirt"; I do not know how accurate the map is; 3K fun run as well (at 1100).

Comments: start/finish in Centenary Square; "predominately flat and closed to traffic making it a fantastic race for beginners and those in search of their personal bests!"; "chip timing"; "K markers"; "T-shirt".

Comments: "traffic-free, wide, well-surfaced (not tarmac), man-made forest trails"; "numbers will be given out on the day"; "mug"; "refreshments available"; in 2004, I wrote "hard-core trail through forests with views; green cycling route clockwise; first 2M is hilly; although described as undulating the course had a tendency to hill in many places".

Comments: "the race starts at Don Valley Stadium and runners will complete a three lap route twisting in and around this world class facility - the course includes a couple of short sharp inclines but nothing compared to the hills in and around our fabulous city"; "all entrants will receive a free University of Sheffield or Sheffield Hallam University T-shirt to wear at the race so please specify this on your booking form - non-University runners are also very welcome".

Comments: "this is the rescheduled date following cancellation of the race on November 20th"; "online entry preferred"; "T-shirt"; I guess the race will have chip timing; wheelchairs race (at 1050) and a fun run (2M?) (at 1000) as well.

Comments: "the route is mainly off road, taking in the fields and dirt tracks surrounding Tickhill"; "the race was formerly held at the beginning of July as part of the Tickhill gala activities - in 2010 the race was moved to March as it became part of the KMRT series of races"; "timings and arrangements to follow"; I've guessed the postcode and that this is a 5M race; if you see any information about this race please e-mail me.

Comments: "entries close on March 16th (if space is available entries after this date will be subject to an additional late admin fee of 5 pounds)"; "goodie bag with a T-shirt, Energy drink, and vouchers for our other races as well as sportswear by a leading brand"; here is a link to a form to enter all 5 races of the series - you get a discount of one race and "all those completing the series get a free technical T-shirt and a rucksack" - "series entries close on March 11th".

Comments: in 2012, the Coniston 14 is reverting to the 13.875M route that was used in the years before there was a problem with a bridge between Water Yeat and Nibthwaite that was caused by floods; the race was full in 2008 on Jan18, in 2007 before Jan28 and in 2005 on Feb03; "hilly route follows the road that circles Coniston water"; "stunning views of the surrounding mountains".

Comments: "four races in March, June, September and December"; "venue is the Silkstone Sports Pavilion (behind Dearnside Garage)"; "off road trail course"; "enter all four races in advance for a T-shirt"; a mini shuffle for juniors (at 0945) as well.

Comments: my understanding is that the last Arkendale 10K took place in 2011, i.e., there will be no race in 2012.

Comments: RUNNERS RACE IS FULL; "for runners, online entries closed on December 1st and paper entries on January 11th"; "however, you are still able to enter the non-competitive walk"; runners start at 0930 and the walkers start at 0830; "T-shirt"; part of the "Airedale Triple"; RW once wrote "... varied multi-terrain conditions ... takes in open moorland; steep, single-track woodland climbs and descents; stretches of tarmac past back-to-back terrace houses; canal towpaths; and even sandy horse gallops"; I enjoyed this race immensely when I did it back in 2003.

Comments: "limited entries on the day will be taken at ‘The Quay’ pub" (67 Bridge Street, NE24 2AP); "start is 0.75M from the Blyth Sports Centre"; "on public footpath and cycle ways from Blyth Quayside to Seaton Sluice and return"; "fast, flat"; "T-shirt".

Comments: "venue is Croft Farm"; "based in the beautiful Buttermere valley set amidst a dramatic landscape of high fells, this is a circular route around the shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water"; "undulating course with a combination of off road running terrain ranging from hard-packed rocky trails, grassy tracks and woodland single track"; "the initial section follows the southwest shoreline of Buttermere Lake through the beautiful setting of Burtness Wood at the base of Red Pike and High Stile - returning through the woodland, the route then passes the spectacular waterfall of Sourmilk Gill before contouring along the western shoreline of Crummock Water at the base of Melbreak - savour the views down the whole valley from the pine clad northern shoreline of Lanthwaite Woods before returning along the eastern shores via the base of Rannerdale Knotts"; "hydration and feed stations"; "well marked route"; "memento, refreshments at finish (tea, hot chocolate, coffee and cakes)".

Comments: "fast and flat course starting and finishing at the Hartlepool Maritime Experience"; "incorporating Veterans Athletics Association-North East of England 5M Championship".

Comments: for the last few days the Hornsea Third Marathon web site has been unavailable - I've now switched to forms at www.ukresults.net; "non club entries are welcome, especially Team Entries - prize for winning team of 4 runners"; "pre-entries can receive a race pack including a Nike running vest from Marie Curie"; "numbers to be collected on the day"; "rural undulating course on country lanes"; wheelchair race (at 1040) as well; in previous years there have also been a junior race and fun run as well.

Comments: "a series of six road races of a distance of 3.7M" taking place at 1900 on April 4th, May 2nd, June 6th, July 4th, August 1st and September 5th - these are the dates at www.runbritain.com; "the start is at the Spencers Arms"; "an accurately measured course with points awarded for finishing position and personal best times"; "the series is done on a points system with awards at the end of the series".

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Comments: "held in the spectacular grounds of Sewerby Hall"; "set in acres of beautiful countryside, with breathtaking views of the Yorkshire coast, the hall and gardens have something for everyone"; "medal and Easter Eggs to all finishers - plus plenty of goodies at the finish"; 1M Easter Egg scurry for adults and children as well.

Comments: venue is the 'The Mermaid' (Redcar Road); "time limit of 10 minute mile pace"; "goody bag"; this race is one of a Series of three 5Ks and two 10Ks; if you enter the Series, you get "a 10 pounds Start Fitness voucher"; before March 30th you can enter the Series using a postal form or online entry.

Comments: venue is the "Newburn Riverside Park, Bells Close, Lemington"; "any club wishing to enter a team can use the following link to download information about the races"; "closing date for postal entries is March 28th, with late entries on day"; there are five races: 1100 U13 Boys and Girls (1.8M), 1120 U15 Boys and Girls (1.8M), 1140 Sen and Vet Men Relays (teams of 4 each to run 2.28M), 1143 Sen and Vet Women Relays (teams of 3 each to run 2.28M), 1230 U17 Men and Women (2.28M); qualifying date is August 31st 2011.

Comments: "entries on the day at Derwent AC Club House (Kirkgate, behind the Bitter End pub) subject to race limit"; "start and finish at Cockermouth School"; "multi-terrain"; "Easter Egg"; one of the four races of the Derwent AC Grand Prix; discount if you enter all four races.

Comments: "race numbers will be issued from 0930 from the Hallhill Healthy Living Centre"; "runners must collect their number no later than 1045"; "clear route maps will be posted at Registration - the route is well signposted, and some of it is on public roads"; "memento"; "tea, coffee and sandwiches available free to all runners after the race".

Comments: part of the "Airedale Triple"; "tracks, paths, Leeds-Liverpool canal towpath, road"; "past Emmerdale's Woolpack in Esholt"; "bottle of beer"; because of the varied terrain, it was one of my favourite 10Ks when I was in the North East.

Comments: the inaugural race was held in 2010; "multi terrain race partly on road, partly on forestry track and footpaths and fields"; "the total distance is 10.3K with the 10K point clearly marked"; "first 300 adult finishers will receive an Easter Egg and a commemorative T-shirt"; "new for 2012: children’s race on the sports field for children aged 5 - 11: there will be 3 races, one each for school year groups 1 - 2, 3 - 4 and 5 - 6.

Comments: two pounds discount for the first 250 to enter; "start and finish will take place on Alfred Gelder Street "; "closed roads"; "predominantly road"; "technical T shirt"; "medal"; junior 5K and kids sprint as well.

Comments: the race starts at The Parks Sports Centre and then visits the NS Fish Quay, Tynemouth Castle and St Mary's Lighthouse; "bag, T-shirt"; like 2011, "there are NO entries on the day".

Comments: "entries close on March 31st - if space is available, entries after this date will be subject to an additional late admin fee of 5 pounds"; "starting near the Visitor Centre at Cragside National Trust Estate, the race takes the estate road around through forest and picturesque gardens and past the historic House - finishing at the Visitor Centre"; here is a link to a form to enter all 5 races of the series - you get a discount of one race and "all those completing the series get a free technical T-shirt and a rucksack" - "series entries close on March 11th".

Comments: part of the "Airedale Triple"; "on footpaths along and near the Meanwood Valley Trail"; "bottle of Meanwood Meander beer"; junior races (1M and 2M) as well at 1000; when I did it in 2003 I wrote "tough, because of the terrain I spent most of time looking at the ground, no M/K markers, well marshalled", but I enjoyed it.

Comments: the inaugural race was in 2011; "starts from the Copley Cricket Club"; "the course is flat on either road or canal path finishing on grass".

Comments: early bird discount; "race pack, including timing chip and race number will not be mailed - runners pick up their race packs at the Health and Fitness Expo"; "live, local bands along the course"; "technical T-shirt, runner bag, medal".

Comments: "application forms available from emma@neurocare.org.uk"; "we’ll be taking our BBQ for afterwards, why not join us with yours!".

Comments: this seems to be changing from 10K to "6 mile (approx)"; venue is the Gypsies Green Stadium; "collect numbers on the day"; "held on the Leas"; "spot prizes"; "soup and bun"; "incorporating the VAA-NE 6M MT championship"; 4K fun run as well (at 1030).

Comments: "late entries will be required to collect numbers and chips from registration"; "registration, start and finish will be close together"; "an out and back route from Thornes Park"; "traffic free course"; "chip timing"; "T-shirt"; 1K multi-terrain fun run (at 1030) as well.

Comments: venue is the Railway Inn; one of a series of 8 handicapped races; 12 pounds discount for entering the series; "entries on the night will not attract handicap points"; "entries must be received by April 10th to be handicapped for the first race"; "each runner must register for each run on the night".

Comments: as in previous years, there are races on both Saturday and Sunday; "beautiful undulating run along England's most beautiful valley"; "T-shirt"; 3K fun run as well (at 1100).

Comments: "a fun run at Gibside (Rowlands Gill) to help raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign"; the inaugural run was held in 2010; "T-shirt".

Comments: as in previous years, there are races on both Saturday and Sunday; "beautiful undulating run along England's most beautiful valley"; "T-shirt"; 3K fun run as well (at 1100).

Comments: "online entries at www.raceentry.co.uk" but it's not there yet; I think the venue is about 2K to the east of DL13 3NL; "new longer route"; "spot prizes"; one of the series of three Wild Races taking place at Hamsterley Forest, Bowderdale and Kielder Forest; free T-shirt if you enter all three races.

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Comments: part of the Sheffield Festival of Athletics; "the course is accurately measured and flat, based on the track and pathways in and around Don Valley Stadium"; "the start and finish will be within the stadium - the course leaves and enters the stadium several time making it ideal for spectators"; "T-shirt"; 3K fun run as well (at 0930).

Comments: aka the "Wallsend Harriers Segedunum 5K"; "registration and collection of numbers is at the Segedunum Visitor Centre in Wallsend"; "the race is limited to 250"; "it's a new race based on the '“Gordon Smith Relays' route"; "a largely traffic-free course using the Hadrian’s Way Cycle Path (see map)"; so it's "fast and flat"; magnificent river views; "T-shirt".

Comments: "venue is the Rugby Club (Green Lane); "start/finish is 0.5K from the Rugby Club"; the 2012 race will be on a "changed course due to works being carried out on Sea Defences"; "one lap of road, trail and paved paths"; "flat"; "spot prizes"; use this link for more info about the race; you have to enter this race on the night unless you enter the Series of three 5Ks and two 10Ks; if you enter the Series, you get "a 10 pounds Start Fitness voucher"; before March 30th you can enter the Series using a postal form or online entry.

Comments: "four stage relays"; "open to teams of four runners for teams of men, women and juniors (13+)"; "corporate teams welcome"; "stages of 1.7M (approx.) and fully timed over a figure of eight route around the Serpentine River and the Lake of the historic gem of Hardwick Country Park near Sedgefield"; "it would be a help if you could advise entries/teams in advance"; "2 pounds per runner".

Comments: this year, there are two 17K events and a 10K event; discount for booking early and discount for booking multiple events; children's fun trails for under 12s as well.

Comments: one of the Yorkshire Dales Race Series; "venue is the Fountains CE Primary School"; "race numbers to be collected at registration"; "run over a mixed terrain course including road, trail and moor"; "undulating"; "on the short section that crosses the moor (either side of the 2M mark) it has been known to become very boggy if the weather has been wet"; "spot prizes"; "free post-race refreshments"; when I last did it, I found the off-road bit to be about 2K long and at the end of the race there was a 0.5M killer hill.

Comments: "starts and finishes outside Ravenscar Village Hall (Church Road"; "the race is along the coastal section of Cleveland way to Petard Point then threading across to disused railway, then heading south to Cloughton Wyke, here you rejoin the coastal path going north past Hayburn Wyke, to return to Ravenscar"; "the route uses 95% footpaths and trails"; "four drink/first aid points"; "drink and flapjack at finish"; people who are doing the race are asked to sign in when they arrive for the race; entries on the day are from 0730 to 0830 provided the race is not full.

Comments: venue is the Playing Field; one of a series of 8 handicapped races; 12 pounds discount for entering the series; "entries on the night will not attract handicap points"; "entries must be received by April 10th to be handicapped for the first race"; "each runner must register for each run on the night".

Comments: "a series of six road races of a distance of 3.7M" taking place at 1900 on April 4th, May 2nd, June 6th, July 4th, August 1st and September 5th - these are the dates at www.runbritain.com; "the start is at the Spencers Arms"; "an accurately measured course with points awarded for finishing position and personal best times"; "the series is done on a points system with awards at the end of the series".

Comments: one of a series of three races on Wednesdays: May 2nd, May 9th and May 16th; "due to the increasing popularity of this series, entries will NOT be accepted on the night"; "the race HQ is the Esholt Sports and Social Club"; "there is a 10 minute jog to the start"; "mainly on private roads through the Yorkshire Water estate but finishing on the quiet mainly traffic-free roads of the village"; "fairly flat, fast course"; "runners completing all three races will receive a memento".

Comments: "the race starts on the promenade in Portobello (EH15 1DR)"; "the starting point is approximately 0.5M from the Registration back up the promenade towards Seafield"; "a time limit of three and a half hours has been set for this race - after this has elapsed runners will be asked to withdraw from the race - a sweeper vehicle will be available"; "the race finishes on Beach Road in the centre of North Berwick (EH39 4AF)"; "a bus is provided for transporting runners from the finish back to Portobello - the cost is 5 pounds - spaces are limited and allocated on a first come, first serve basis".

Comments: "collect race number on the day if your postal application arrives after April 22nd"; "the start is at Portinscale, approximately 15 to 20 minutes walk from the rugby club"; "around Derwentwater with a loop into the Newlands valley"; there are two fun runs as well: 1.5K for 12yrs and younger and 2.5K for 13yrs - 17yrs.

Comments: "chip timing"; "no race numbers or chips will be posted - collect race numbers and chips on the day at the Kirkbymoorside Memorial Hall"; "a fast and undulating course starting in Kirkbymoorside and running through the beautiful villages of Gillamoor and Fadmoor"; "ending with a superb finish into Kirkbymoorside town centre"; "mug".

Comments: this is the date given at dallamdash.blogspot.com.

Comments: the run starts and finishes at the Stadium of Light; it visits both sides of the river taking in Fawcett Street, Mowbray Park, the Marina and Roker Park; "the route is predominantly flat and perfect for any first time 10K runners"; "chip timing"; there is a web page giving answers to frequently asked questions; "medal, technical t-shirt and goody bag"; "the 10K will be run as part of the festival weekend which incorporates the Junior Run and the inaugural Marathon of the North".

Comments: "the inaugural Marathon of The North will be the first major road marathon in the North East region"; "early-bird entry fee is available until November 30th"; "start time is provisional"; "the race will start and finish at the Stadium of Light"; "the course will incorporate the acclaimed 10K route and will provide a great opportunity for good race times as well as stunning coastal views"; "medal, technical T-shirt and a goody bag"; "pasta party for all runners and their supporters on the evening before"; "the Marathon will be run as part of the festival weekend which incorporates the Junior Run and the Sunderland City 10K".

Comments: "multi-terrain race through woodland, canal towpaths, tracks, trails, cobbled streets and the beautiful bluebell woods"; "with its ups and downs and unique river crossing you're guaranteed to finish with a splash in this race of true Yorkshire grit".

Comments: this year the races are back to Mondays: May 7th, June 4th, June 25th and July 30th; "closing date is 3 days before race"; "competitors will start at staggered times based on the information provided on the official entry form"; "handicap times will be amended accordingly in subsequent races"; "undulating tarmac roads and footpaths within Jesmond Dene, Armstrong and Heaton Parks"; "competitors may enter individual races later in the series".

Comments: "parking is at Royds School"; "race starts just outside the Rothwell Sports Centre (Wakefield Road)"; "fast, accurately measured course"; "chip timing"; "collect your chip on the day".

Comments: "this race has sold out prior to race day every year"; T-shirt.

Comments: "registration is at the Dumfries Sports Club (Nunholm Road) from 1815"; "flat, fast course on quiet rural roads".

Comments: one of a series of three races on Wednesdays: May 2nd, May 9th and May 16th; "due to the increasing popularity of this series, entries will NOT be accepted on the night"; "the race HQ is the Esholt Sports and Social Club"; "there is a 10 minute jog to the start"; "mainly on private roads through the Yorkshire Water estate but finishing on the quiet mainly traffic-free roads of the village"; "fairly flat, fast course"; "runners completing all three races will receive a memento".

Comments: "registration is at the Kendal Leisure Centre"; "starts near the Leisure Centre and then travels through the villages of Natland and Sedgwick before taking a short loop and returning through Natland once more and finishing in Kendal"; "it is a generally undulating course"; here is a link to some race instructions; one of a series of four Wednesday night 10Ks taking place at Kendal, Levens, Hawkshead and Endmoor; discount if you enter all four races - either enter the series using a postal form or enter the series online.

Comments: a relay event for teams from clubs; each team has three runners who each run approximately 2M; venue is the Hadrian's Way cycle path near the Segedunum Museum in Wallsend; "a largely traffic-free course"; "magnificent river views".

Comments: RACE CANCELLED; "race numbers are collected on the day"; "a totally tarmac-free and traffic-free 10M route in and around the Grizedale Forest - the course undulates, following a challenging mix of forest tracks and single track bridleways - en route competitors will find themselves travelling through dense evergreen forest and over open moorland, with breathtaking views, before plunging back into the forest and descending to the finish"; "approximately 10M with around 350m of ascent"; "no drinks stations will be available"; "medal"; "goody bag of local produce and items of interest to a runner or walker"; "free hot drink and cake"; 10M challenge event for non-competitive runners and walkers (at 1300) as well.

Comments: already (January 17th), after just a week, 504 people have entered the 10K - there is a limit of 1200; in 2011, the "10K was full by February 24th 2011"; "the 10K starts outside the Minster, passes through North Bar, crosses the Westwood towards Walkington and then returns to the Market Place"; there were "1200 10K entrants in 2011 (inc. 940 who were not athletic club members)"; "technical T-shirt"; 2K Fun Run as well (at 1015) - use this link to enter the 2K Fun Run; this year, both races can only be entered online; more details about the races are available in the entry information.

Comments: "online entries at www.raceentry.co.uk" but it's not there yet; I think the venue is about 1K to the west of CA17 4NB; in 2004, this went S from Bowderdale, up W side of Bowderdale Beck, then up hill to SD675975, and back via Hazelgill Knott and West Fell; "spot prizes"; one of the series of three Wild Races taking place at Hamsterley Forest, Bowderdale and Kielder Forest; free T-shirt if you enter all three races.

Comments: "a flat and fast route takes in the famous racecourse, passing Town Fields and the centre of Doncaster before returning to the racecourse"; "chip timing"; "walk, jog or run"; "technical T-shirt, goody bag"; "corporate team challenge cup"; "music and entertainment on the course"; fun run as well (at 1115).

Comments: "numbers will not be posted out, but can be collected on race day"; "refreshments available after the race"; 3K fun run as well (at 1000) - here is a link to the form for the 3K fun run.

Comments: "minimum age for the 5M run is 7 years"; "the course is cross country - parts are uneven and may be slippery"; "medal, T-shirt and a Greggs picnic for all participants!"; 1M mini run for under 7s.

Comments: "starts and finishes in Langholm and takes you across various terrain and follows the path of the River Esk"; "mementoes and medals (only guaranteed for pre-registered entries)"; 1M junior fun run (at 1300) and 5M walk (at 1045) as well.

Comments: "challenging 13.1M course through the streets of Leeds starting on the Headrow and finishing on Millennium Square": Race HQ is in the Millennium Square; "chip timing"; there is also a Corporate Challenge Relay - "each team consists of 6 runners - each of the first 5 runners will run 2M and the 6th runner covers the 3.1M to the finish - all runners must be bona fide employees of the same company - transport from the race HQ to the changeover points and returning to the City Centre will be provided"; although online entries are now open for individuals, "entries for the corporate challenge will open later in November - there is a limit of 75 teams - use this link to register your interest for the Corporate Challenge Relay".

Comments: the real title of the race is the "Long Marton Helm Winds 3 Villages Road/Ghyll 10K Run"; here's a link to a map but I don't know how accurate it is; junior races as well (at 1300).

Comments: "there will be a new twist to this year's 5K event as the race will start and finish pitchside at the Riverside Stadium"; 2K fun run as well.

Comments: "online entry coming soon"; although this race was originally on May 6th, it has been moved to May 13th; "parking and facilities at Ripon Cricket Club"; "collect race number on the day"; "starts and finishes in the Hell Wath Nature Reserve in Ripon - it goes through the grounds of Studley Park and surrounding roads then back to to the area round Lower Fountain Hall, followed by the half mile long steep drag up to Whitcliffe Lane - then it is mainly downhill on a narrow country road to the finish"; one of the Yorkshire Dales Race Series.

Comments: "rural, scenic, rather hilly"; "running T-shirt".

Comments: a relay race of about 50M divided into 6 stages varying between about 4.8M and 10.6M each; each team has to provide two runners for each stage; here is a link to some race instructions; "to overcome major logistical and organisational problems", Halifax Harriers have decided to swap the dates of the Calderdale Way Relay and Mytholmroyd Fell Race - so the next CWR will be on May 13th 2012 (and the MFR was on December 11th 2011); this web page does not normally include fell races - however, for historical reasons this one is included.

Comments: venue is East Park; one of a series of 8 handicapped races; 12 pounds discount for entering the series; "entries on the night will not attract handicap points"; "entries must be received by April 10th to be handicapped for the first race"; "each runner must register for each run on the night".

Comments: "T-shirt"; "refreshments on sale during and after the race" at the Askern Miners Welfare Club.

Comments: one of a series of three races on Wednesdays: May 2nd, May 9th and May 16th; "due to the increasing popularity of this series, entries will NOT be accepted on the night"; "the race HQ is the Esholt Sports and Social Club"; "there is a 10 minute jog to the start"; "mainly on private roads through the Yorkshire Water estate but finishing on the quiet mainly traffic-free roads of the village"; "fairly flat, fast course"; "runners completing all three races will receive a memento".

Comments: THIS IS A GUESS AT THE DATE.

Comments: venue is the St Peter's Community Centre; race is just over 10K long"; "lanes, bridleways and footpaths over the hills and moors of Sowerby"; "panoramic views over beautiful Pennine hills; "some steep sections, some muddy parts and some occasional stiles"; "about 40% is off-road"; "race numbers are issued on the day"; on the forum of the FRA, Tussockface says that in 2010, "the route went from Sowerby Towngate>Steep Lane>Moor Bottom> Water Stalls> left over stile opp. Catherine House track (Calderdale Way leg 1)> Cottonstones> Otter Lee> Sowerby - probably about 65% road, 30% stony track, 5% footpath".

Comments: THIS IS A GUESS AT THE DATE.

Comments: venue is the Druridge Bay Country Park which "comprises several miles of beach and sand dunes on the beautiful Northumberland Coast, plus two large freshwater lakes surrounded by woods and meadows"; online entry preferred; "limit of 100 entrants"; "here is a link to a general map of what will be a 3 lap course around the Lakes and beach within the Park - a more precise map will be posted once tide timetables are available"; "memento"; this is one a series of four marathons (the Tour of Northumbria) taking place at Druridge Bay,  Hamsterley Forest,  the Northumberland Coast and Newcastle's Town Moor; online entry for the individual races and for the whole series is at www.madeyarun.com; "special award for anyone completing all four events".

Comments: "held in conjunction with the Keswick Mountain Festival"; there is a 22K trail run (at 1100) and a 13K trail run (at 1115); "this year the event will start from Nichol End Marine just outside the village of Portinscale, which is approx. 25-30 minutes walk from event HQ"; "well balanced mix of woodland trails, rocky single tracks and a few testing climbs following footpaths and bridleways"; "well marked route"; "hydration stations"; "memento, cakes and drinks at finish".

Comments: "medal"; "this is a multi-terrain 10K through the breathtaking, private estate of Newby Hall"; 2K fun run as well; "2 for 1 entry into the 25-acres of award winning gardens, sculpture park, adventure playground and mini-railway".

Comments: there is a bus from Roker to SS between 0800 and 0900 provided you prepay - although that's possible on the postal entry form, I don't know whether that's possible with online entry; "start on the beach at SS Pier and continue around a superb scenic route, following the cliff top paths past Marsden Rock, Souter Point Lighthouse, passing very quickly by the Firing Range, onto the beach at Whitburn and finishing at Roker Pier"; "runners back pack to all finishers".

Comments: 3 pounds early bird discount until December 31st 2011; re-established in 2007 after a break since 1986; "starting and finishing at Brathay Hall"; "runs anti-clockwise, passing through Hawkshead, Newby Bridge, Bowness-on-Windermere and Ambleside"; "7 refreshment stations"; "chip timing"; "goody bag"; "medal"; "in 2011 almost 1000 runners enjoyed the stunning scenery around the challenging 26.2M course - we are hoping for 1300 runners in 2012"; "parking for one car and access for runners and their families to the Brathay Hall Family Fun Day"; "there will be everything from a jazz band, local brewery beer tent, BBQ, high ropes challenge course, canoeing, children's activities and plenty more to keep everyone busy throughout the day"; "you must confirm your entry for the marathon and collect your timing chip and number from the event registration centre on the morning of the race or on Saturday May 19th".

Comments: "entries on the day at Derwent AC Club House (Kirkgate, behind the Bitter End pub) subject to race limit"; "start and finish at Cockermouth School"; "road race"; "goes up everyone's favourite hill" - "once you've climbed the hill it's easy..."; one of the four races of the Derwent AC Grand Prix; discount if you enter all four races.

Comments: this is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com; I think this "starts at the Wesley centre in Maltby"; is this an open race? if you have any information about this race, please e-mail me.

Comments: "chip timing"; "technical T-shirt, medal, personal certificate, goody bag"; part of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival which consists of a Marathon, a Half Marathon, a Team Relay, a 10K, a 5K, two Junior Races, an International Breakfast Run, a Mascot Race, a 5k wheelchair and a 5k hand-bike race.

Comments: "surface: tarmac and footpath"; "circular course starting and finishing at Cathedral House, following the canal towpath from the end of St. Thomas Road to Linthwaite and back"; were results produced for last year's race? I've been unable to find any: please e-mail me if you know whether any were produced last year.

Comments: "starting in Staveley village, the courses follow along well marked and marshalled footpaths and bridleways taking in panoramic views of most of the southern Lakeland fells"; "the trails climbs out from Staveley above the Kentmere valley, before returning along the valley itself past idyllic tarns and through ancient woodland, climbing Reston Scar before the descent back into Staveley village"; "underfoot conditions are quite variable - there's a bit of everything"; "short sections of tarmac, grassy footpaths, stoney bridleways with some stiles to climb over near the end"; races are 17K and 10K long; ; discount for booking early and discount for booking multiple events; children's fun trails for under 12s as well.

Comments: -.

Comments: "fast and flat"; "chip timing"; here are links to a map for the Edinburgh Marathon and a map of the EMF Half Marathon; "technical T-shirt, medal, personal certificate, goody bag"; part of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival which consists of a Marathon, a Half Marathon, a Team Relay, a 10K, a 5K, two Junior Races, an International Breakfast Run, a Mascot Race, a 5k wheelchair and a 5k hand-bike race.

Comments: one of the Yorkshire Dales Race Series.

Comments: "the start is 15 minutes walk from the parking area"; "the course is situated in scenic park land which surrounds Raby Castle - the 10K is two laps of a course which will be mainly on tarmac though part of it is on a section of good woodland trail; "mug"; 5K fun run as well at 1030 - this will do one lap of the 10K course - here is a link to online entry for the 5K fun run.

Comments: this race has been moved from April 29th to May 27th; the postal entry form says there are NO entries on the day - it also says entries after the closing date are permitted but cost 3 pounds more; "venue is the Don Valley Stadium"; "half marathon through the city centre"; "chip timing"; "medal, T-shirt"; "Team Challenge for groups of four individuals from organisations which are not athletics clubs" - separate entry form for the Team Challenge; 3K fun run as well on pathways in and around the Stadium.

Comments: venue is the Sports Club; one of a series of 8 handicapped races; 12 pounds discount for entering the series; "entries on the night will not attract handicap points"; "entries must be received by April 10th to be handicapped for the first race"; "each runner must register for each run on the night".

Comments: "registration is at the Village Hall"; "starts in Levens Village and then moves out onto the flat plains of the Lyth Valley for about 4K before starting the climb up into Brigsteer and around the village before climbing once more through Brigsteer Woods and back to Levens"; here is a link to some race instructions; one of of a series of four Wednesday night 10Ks taking place at Kendal, Levens, Hawkshead and Endmoor; discount if you enter all four races - either enter the series using a postal form or enter the series online.

Comments: this is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com; the preview at www.runbritain.com says "Pudsey Pacers are proud to present the revival of the infamous Post Hill Race - race to test all abilities from novice to experienced runner - who will be crowned King & Queen of the Hill..."; I've guessed the postcode; if you see anything else about this race, please e-mail me.

Comments: "race limit is 200"; "multi-terrain"; "approximately 6M up the Derwent Valley, starting from Swalwell Cricket Club"; "T-shirt".

Comments: this is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com.

Comments: "venue is the Woodhouse Grove School"; "multi-terrain"; "on tracks, paths, canal towpath with a bit of road"; "memento/prize".

Comments: "registration is at the St Cuthbert's Church Hall from 0900"; "collect your number at registration - numbers are not posted"; "start and finish is the Allendale Village Market Square"; "scenic course through an area of outstanding natural beauty"; "undulating"; "T-shirt for first 200 entrants"; free junior 1M fun run (at 1030) as well; here is a link to some other information about the races"; "held in conjunction with the Allendale Fair".

Comments: one of the Yorkshire Dales Race Series.

Comments: "pay and display parking available"; "the course is the same for runners, joggers and walkers - could participants please keep to the right of the path to enable people to pass you on your left"; "the route takes you across multi terrain including gravel path, road and sand sections".

Comments: "the race will begin at 0900 from the Guildhall on Alfred Gelder Street (at its junction with Lowgate, Hull City Centre)"; enter all three races of the series at a reduced price using the Yorkshire Season Ticket.

Comments: "online entries at www.raceentry.co.uk" but it's not there yet; choice of 10K (two laps) and 5K (one lap); "tarmac, trail and tussock"; free junior races (on tarmac) as well: up to 10 yrs (at 1000) and up to 16 yrs (at 1015) - enter on the day for the junior race; "all races start opposite the Exhibition Park lake".

Comments: "FRA CM (Category C, Medium) fell race - 6.9 miles, 700' climb"; "based on a course very similar to the previous Middleton Trail race organised by the Round Table, the 6.9 mile out-and-back route takes in tracks through woodland, fields and moors, interspersed with some brief road sections"; "virtually all of the climb is on the way out, but runners will be reinvigorated by the views over the Wharfe Valley and across to Ilkley Moor when they hit the moorland on the top......and of course, what goes up must come down, making for a very fast second half of the race"; "prize for all finishers"; Junior Ilkley Trail Races as well from 1000: under 8s 0.5K, ages 8-13 1M, ages 14-18 2M.

Comments: this year the races are back to Mondays: May 7th, June 4th, June 25th and July 30th; "closing date is 3 days before race"; "competitors will start at staggered times based on the information provided on the official entry form"; "handicap times will be amended accordingly in subsequent races"; "undulating tarmac roads and footpaths within Jesmond Dene, Armstrong and Heaton Parks"; "competitors may enter individual races later in the series".

Comments: "a series of six road races of a distance of 3.7M" taking place at 1900 on April 4th, May 2nd, June 6th, July 4th, August 1st and September 5th - these are the dates at www.runbritain.com; "the start is at the Spencers Arms"; "an accurately measured course with points awarded for finishing position and personal best times"; "the series is done on a points system with awards at the end of the series".

Comments: venue is the Carlisle Racecourse; "a mixture of quiet country roads which are generally flat or gently undulating"; "road surfaces are generally OK but there are rougher areas especially near some of the junctions"; "the run will finish directly in front of the Racecourse grandstand"; "refreshments available".

Comments: -.

Comments: online and postal entries opened on Monday February 6th; online entries filled on that day; last year, postal entries filled within four days but this year curiously they are still open; the www.blaydonrace.co.uk web site says "the postal entry form is also available from many sports shops and also from athletics clubs"; "entries for this year's race will be split between 2000 online entries, and 2000 by post"; "the course will be changed this year, because of planned redevelopment at Blaydon Shopping Centre: the finish will now be on the playing fields at Shibdon Road, a bit further on from the Shopping Centre - the Derwenthaugh Marina section will be reduced in distance so that the total will still be around 5.9M"; "every finisher will receive a special bottle of proper beer, brewed by Wylam Brewery in Heddon-on-the-Wall, the home village of the Blaydon Race founder, Jim Dewar"; "the Kiddars Blaydon Fun Run, for youngsters from local schools, will take place at Blaydon before the Race".

Comments: the Grasmere Gallop was re-launched in 2011; the 2012 race is on a Saturday rather than on a Sunday; "you will receive your race number at registration"; here's a description of the 2011 route: "a mixture of terrain - the first section climbing steadily along the Red Bank Road leaving Grasmere behind and then onto the spectacular Loughrigg Terrace, an occasionally rocky path across Loughrigg Fell passing the famous Rydal Caves along the way - you then return via the shore lines of both Rydal and Grasmere, with an optional 'water dash' for those of you who are willing, before returning to Grasmere village via the Red Bank Road, for a 'grand stand' finish on the Grasmere Sports Field"; Teddy Dash (for under 5s and their teddies), a 5.7K Fun Run and a 10K Nordic Walk as well.

Comments: "maximum of 50 teams"; "5 legs with 2 runners per leg, i.e., 10 runners per team"; "footpaths along becks and through woods, tracks across fields, tracks across heather moorlands; very undulating"; "sandstone rocks and peat on moors"; "at this time of the year the ground should be mainly dry and not boggy"; "T-shirt plus food and drink in the clubhouse after the finish".

Comments: "approx. one third of a marathon"; "along the banks of the River Ouse"; "from the Westfield Sports Complex"; "T-shirt"; "spot prizes"; 2M fun run as well (at 1000).

Comments: "venue is the Mabie Forest, which is 4M south of Dumfries, off the A710"; "free car parking"; "race to be staged on beautiful trails and paths"; "goody bag and free tea/coffee and biscuits at the 'shed' to all finishers"; "the Mabie Forest also offers superb facilities for Mountain Biking, Forest Walks and Picnics".

Comments: "there is a limit of 250 runners"; no SAE as you "pick up your number at the race"; "10 minute walk from registration to the start"; "a multi-terrain event on private roads and tracks in the stunningly scenic Hulne Park"; in 2012 this race will form part of the Festival of Alnwick; "prize for all finishers"; 3K junior fun run as well (at 1830).

Comments: venue is the Playing Field; one of a series of 8 handicapped races; 12 pounds discount for entering the series; "entries on the night will not attract handicap points"; "entries must be received by April 10th to be handicapped for the first race"; "each runner must register for each run on the night".

Comments: "Sandall Beat Wood is a popular woodland in Doncaster - it was established in the early 1800s and it is recognised as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and Local Nature Reserve - it covers 140 acres"; "the surface conditions are in general, well made trails, grass, stone and a few hundred meters of tarmac pavement towards the finish - depending on the amount of rainfall some areas can be wet and muddy underfoot - the route is free of obstructions such as stiles and bridges"; "technical T-shirt"; discount if you enter the Sandall Beat 10K Trail Race and the Brodsworth Open 5 Mile Road Race - here's a link to the entry form for both races; 1M fun run as well (at 1900).

Comments: venue is the Otley Cricket Club; "bottle of beer from Hambleton Ales"; "BBQ, refreshments and a bar"; this race is a race in the Leeds Athletics Network 2012 Race Series.

Comments: "undulating off road course; "the race starts at the bottom of the Penshaw Hill with a steady climb round the back of the monument to the top of the hill"; "there is a prize awarded for the first man and the first woman to reach the top of the hill"; "the course then takes a steady downhill route to the front of the monument hill"; "from this point the course runs around the base of the monument twice before the final climb to the finish at the top of the hill".

Comments: in 2012, there are two events: a 20K trail run at 1200 and a 10K trail run at 1230; "both the 10K and the 20K races are run over varied trail terrain keeping the runners off the main highways to enjoy the exceptional scenery of the famous twin valleys of Great and Little Langdale"; "once you have entered, your payments will be checked and notification of race number will be sent to you - pick up your number and timing chip at the start of the race so allow plenty of time before the race to do this"; "parking is free for competitors entering online before the event".

Comments: "award"; 2M fun run (at 1410) as well; there's also "a summer fete from 1330 to 1630 - abseiling, zip-wire, ropes course, archery, tube slide, bouncy castle, stalls, games, teas: a day out for all the family!".

Comments: as in 2011, this race is on a Saturday at 1030 rather than on a Sunday at 1100; "start/finish in Rother Valley Country Park"; "entry fee to the Park is 3 pounds"; the three lakes are at "Rother Valley, Treeton and Ulley"; "80% off-road run"; "the run is signed and marked with tape plus marshals in positions to aid navigation"; "there is a time limit of 3hr 15min".

Comments: "four races in March, June, September and December"; "venue is the Silkstone Sports Pavilion (behind Dearnside Garage)"; "off road trail course"; "enter all four races in advance for a T-shirt"; a mini shuffle for juniors (at 0945) as well.

Comments: "entries close on June 12th (if space is available entries after this date will be subject to an additional late admin fee of 5 pounds)"; "starting within Bamburgh Castle grounds, the race goes through the village of Bamburgh and does a loop, returning along the main road from Seahouses to Bamburgh, finishing in front of the castle"; here is a link to a form to enter all 5 races of the series - you get a discount of one race and "all those completing the series get a free technical T-shirt and a rucksack" - "series entries close on March 11th".

Comments: this race is on June 17th and not June 10th; 6K trail race for 13yrs+ (at 1000) and a 1K kids dash for U13yrs (at 1005) as well.

Comments: venue is Fitz Park; "the marathon, half-marathon and 10K events will set off in waves, with the first wave starting at approximately 1000 - a full timetable will be available later"; "the course is made up of a long lap, with a slightly shorter lap to accommodate the 10K trail - the half marathon course will consist of one long and one short lap, with the marathon covering two long and two short laps"; "the multi terrain course begins flat along the old Keswick Railway track for about 2M, when the route then separates - the long lap turns right up toward Wescoe Farm and then onto Lonscale Farm, taking the runners to the highest point of 399m - the short lap climbs over the northern shoulder of Latrigg Fell to an ascent of 270m - the two laps then rejoin for a run down the Cumbria Way back to Fitz Park" - see the map for more details; "chip timing"; "medal, T-shirt, finisher's pack".

Comments: online entry is to be provided at www.raceentry.co.uk but it's not there yet; "new longer route"; "spot prizes"; one of the series of three Wild Races taking place at Hamsterley Forest, Bowderdale and Kielder Forest; free T-shirt if you enter all three races.

Comments: this is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com.

Comments: this is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com; this is the third time this event has taken place; "the first two events raised a total of 28000 pounds in aid of Prostate Cancer awareness and treatment".

Comments: this is the inaugural race - however, the route "will be familiar if you competed in the 2011 South Yorkshire Road League"; "the route starts in Pickburn village, close to the Race HQ at the Pickburn Arms - after a lap of the village runners climb the short hill to '5 lanes end' near Markham Grange Garden Centre before turning left - the route then follows country lanes until, at approximately 3M, runners turn left onto the Forestry Commission’s Brodsworth Community Woodland - the last 2M are all off road on well-made trails and include the short sharp climb, known as the 'Brodsworth Beast' - the finish is approximately 200 metres from the Pickburn Arms where food and drink will be available"; discount if you enter the Sandall Beat 10K Trail Race and the Brodsworth Open 5 Mile Road Race - here's a link to the entry form for both races.

Comments: "registration is at the Village Hall"; "set around Esthwaite Water and starts and finishes in Hawkshead"; "it is an undulating course"; "followed by a BBQ"; here is a link to some race instructions; one of a series of four Wednesday night 10Ks taking place at Kendal, Levens, Hawkshead and Endmoor; discount if you enter all four races - either enter the series using a postal form or enter the series online.

Comments: this is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com.

Comments: "urging runners of all levels to run the 5K scenic route along the Newcastle Gateshead Quayside"; "there will be a presentation for the top three male and female runners and a prize for the largest team entered".

Comments: "the Chase commences in Coronation Park, proceeds uphill by road to Whancliffe Woods, loops through the woods and finishes back in the Park; "the distance is approximately 6K with 180m of ascent"; "the Junior Chase is approximately 3K with 100m of ascent"; children's events start at 1830.

Comments: "a 5K fun run around Edinburgh's Holyrood Park"; "medal, completion certificate and goody bag"; there are also walks (12M, 6M, 3M, 2M and 1M) and the "Toddle for Scotland" (a walk for the "little ones" age 6 years and under).

Comments: "entries received before the end of March will qualify for a free prize draw to win a 50 pounds voucher from Simply Running (Hull)"; in 2012 the Half Marathon will start 1 hour earlier than 2011's race and the fun run will start at 0930; "run over a testing course which includes both an outward and return run across the world famous Humber Bridge"; "chip timing"; "mile markers"; "medal and T-shirt"; "spot prizes"; "corporate team challenge: businesses and organisations are invited to raise teams of 3 or more unaffiliated runners (first 3 to count) to compete for this trophy"; family 2.5M fun run as well (at 0930) ".

Comments: this is the date given at www.runbritain.com; in 2011 there were two events, a 10K and a 5K with both races taking place "on a traffic free, mixed terrain course within the grounds of Lambton Estate"; "Lambton Park is an historic estate situated between Durham and Newcastle upon Tyne".

Comments: one of the Yorkshire Dales Race Series.

Comments: in 2012, "we hope to make improvements to the race including starting and finishing the event at Staveley village hall - more details will be on the web site when they become available".

Comments: "race limit of 300"; "Race HQ and parking is at the Winshields Camp Site with the start approx 1K away - shuttle bus available for those that pre-book - it costs 1.50 pounds"; "the race is a circular route of not less than half marathon distance along a section of the Wall with outstanding views of this World Heritage Site"; "mixed terrain of grass path, forest track and approx 2M of road"; "undulating in nature with the only significant climbs being along the Wall itself"; "suitable for road running and trail shoes"; "technical T-shirt"; "spot prizes".

Comments: this year the races are back to Mondays: May 7th, June 4th, June 25th and July 30th; "closing date is 3 days before race"; "competitors will start at staggered times based on the information provided on the official entry form"; "handicap times will be amended accordingly in subsequent races"; "undulating tarmac roads and footpaths within Jesmond Dene, Armstrong and Heaton Parks"; "competitors may enter individual races later in the series".

Comments: venue is the Blacksmiths Arms; one of a series of 8 handicapped races; 12 pounds discount for entering the series; "entries on the night will not attract handicap points"; "entries must be received by April 10th to be handicapped for the first race"; "each runner must register for each run on the night".

Comments: "venue is the Rugby Club (Green Lane); "start/finish is 0.5K from the Rugby Club"; the 2012 race will be on a "changed course due to works being carried out on Sea Defences"; "one lap of road, trail and paved paths"; "flat"; "spot prizes"; use this link for more info about the race; you have to enter this race on the night unless you enter the Series of three 5Ks and two 10Ks; if you enter the Series, you get "a 10 pounds Start Fitness voucher"; before March 30th you can enter the Series using a postal form or online entry.

Comments: this is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com.

Comments: in 2012, this race is moving from a Wednesday evening to a Saturday morning; "collect numbers on the day"; "start at the entrance to Threlkeld Leys on the Brandlingill road (1M from registration)"; "K markers are on the road in temporary orange paint"; "undulating anti-clockwise loop"; "run on road turning left at each junction"; "finish on road approaching Paddle School, approximately 1/3 mile from School".

Comments: one of the Yorkshire Dales Race Series; "pick up number on race day"; "race starts and finishes on the historic Masham Market"; "course takes you through the grounds of the magnificent Swinton Park Castle Hotel, and into the stunning countryside of Colsterdale and the Burn Valley"; "the race is run on undulating rural roads and across picturesque moorland roads"; "medal"; "spot prizes"; "all runners are eligible for a post race tea"; use the following link for other race information; 2M off-road fun run for 16 yrs and under (at 1100) as well.

Comments: "starting and finishing at John Ruskin School in Coniston village, the 42.2K Coniston Marathon Trail Race and Challenge takes in a complete circuit of Coniston Water along well marked and marshalled footpaths and bridleways"; "it also takes in the idyllic beauty spot of Tarn Hows, and the elevated Beacon Tarn"; "the whole course gives panoramic views of Lake Coniston and the surrounding peaks of the Old Man, Swirl How, Wetherlam and Dow Crags"; "underfoot conditions are generally good for those used to off road running"; as well as two marathon events there is also a half marathon; discount for booking early and discount for booking multiple events; children's fun trails for under 12s as well.

Comments: "all within the Forest, a tarmac out and back of 1.8M, followed by three laps - the lap is all on very good quality forest roads/tracks, suitable for road shoes - very scenic"; "limit of 100 entrants"; "collect numbers on the day"; "memento"; here is a link to an FAQ; this is one a series of four marathons (the Tour of Northumbria) taking place at Druridge Bay,  Hamsterley Forest,  the Northumberland Coast and Newcastle's Town Moor; online entry for the individual races and for the whole series is at www.madeyarun.com; "special award for anyone completing all four events".

Comments: "entries on the day at Derwent AC Club House (Kirkgate, behind the Bitter End pub) subject to race limit"; "start and finish at Cockermouth School"; "multi-terrain"; one of the four races of the Derwent AC Grand Prix; discount if you enter all four races.

Comments: "a series of six road races of a distance of 3.7M" taking place at 1900 on April 4th, May 2nd, June 6th, July 4th, August 1st and September 5th - these are the dates at www.runbritain.com; "the start is at the Spencers Arms"; "an accurately measured course with points awarded for finishing position and personal best times"; "the series is done on a points system with awards at the end of the series".

Comments: venue is the Greetland All Rounders Sports Club (Rochdale Road); "the route includes a loop back to the start after 1M, it then follows the old route to the crossroads of Scammonden Road and the B6113 (just after 3M on the old course) - instead of turning right here runners will now turn left and head straight back to the finish - this eliminates the many tricky road crossings we had plus the hill at 4M so this should also be a faster course"; "memento".

Comments: this is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com; I think this "starts at the Wesley Centre and takes in the beautiful and historic Roche Abbey"; is this an open race? if you have any information about this race, please e-mail me.

Comments: race HQ is Ovingham Middle School (NE42 6DE); start line is in Ovington (NE42 6DJ) which is about 1M from the race HQ up a gentle hill; "flat rural, along minor roads and tracks - most of the roads are closed"; finish is near the river bridge in Low Prudhoe; free pie and peas in the School afterwards; there is a two pounds reduction if you enter both this race and the Tynedale 10M Jelly Road Race.

Comments: this is the date given at http://www.beverleyac.com.

Comments: "Kilburn is 20M north of York and 6M east of Thirsk in the North York Moors National Park"; "an undulating,scenic route overlooked by the White Horse"; "the race passes through historic Coxwold – Lawrence Sterne’s Shandy Hall on your left, the Norman Church on your right – the Cistercian Byland Abbey – the picturesque village of Oldstead – back to Kilburn with its Robert Thompson ‘ Mouseman’ Workshops, Museum and Cafe, plus the Norman Church and 12th century Forresters Arms"; "traditional afternoon tea for all finishers"; "bottle of wine to all finishers over 65 male and female"; in 2003, I wrote: "undulating with several long gentle hills, enjoyable, scenic (houses from 1662, abbey, white horse)".

Comments: "the race will begin at 0900 from Leeds Town Hall on The Headrow (at its junction with Park Row, Leeds City Centre)"; enter all three races of the series at a reduced price using the Yorkshire Season Ticket.

Comments: "we are just finalising the details but you can register to be notified once entry opens"; 3K fun run as well.

Comments: this is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com.

Comments: this is the inaugural race; "limit of 300"; "race numbers to be collected on the day"; "race HQ is the Tyne Bar (NE6 1LP)"; "it is a flat fast road race"; "starting on the historic Newcastle Quayside, the route takes runners West on the riverside path, passing seven Bridges of the Tyne before turning at the Newcastle Business Park returning Eastwards to finish on the Quayside adjacent to the mouth of the Ouseburn"; "T-shirt"; "the Ouseburn Valley Brewery will be brewing a Tyne Bridge Harriers Ale for the night".

Comments: venue is the Village Hall; one of a series of 8 handicapped races; 12 pounds discount for entering the series; "entries on the night will not attract handicap points"; "entries must be received by April 10th to be handicapped for the first race"; "each runner must register for each run on the night".

Comments: "a fast three lap course around the town centre for 5K runners and one lap for fun runners"; "the races start at 1900 with the Johnymac Family 1M Fun Run"; "the second race is the competitive Vets race starting at 1930 and the final race will be the Open race starting at 2000"; "technical T-shirt".