Sunday 19th February 2023
starting at 11.00am from Blackpool's Middle Walkway • North Promenade • Blackpool • FY1 2JQ
As runners wake on race morning an epic adventure beckons and there is only one question on everyone’s mind, what will todays weather bring us. Hundreds have monitored the weather forecast all week, but it’s Blackpool! In February! Will the wind gently scoot across the waves towards a wakening Blackpool seafront? Or will the conditions be akin to that of Antarctic coastline? Will the rain come from above, or horizontally? Will I get blown away? One thing is guaranteed though, an amazing action-packed run with us on the Fylde Coast.
A fast and flat course around the coastal front of Blackpool... A great race for a PB and an ideal warm up race for the Blackpool & London Marathons. The event is now celebrating its 34th year, and grows in popularity every year. The event attracts competitors of all ages and experience and is a great spectator course for the family as it is a two lap course.
ALL FINISHERS will receive an amazing blingtastic medal and technical tee shirt, chip timing, full medical support and water stations.
ALL FINISHERS will receive an amazing blingtastic medal and technical tee shirt, chip timing, full medical support and water stations.
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The event headquarters is on the Middle Walkway on Blackpool's North Promenade FY1 2JQ (opposite the Grand and Imperial Hotels). The HQ, start and finish is all at the same location. There are car parks throughout the town. At race HQ you will find the registration desks where you can collect your race pack. There are also plenty of toilets and baggage storage including the location for the presentation after the event.
REGISTRATION OPENS AT 9.00am FOR ON THE DAY BIB COLLECTION.
Entry into the event is open to everyone of all abilities as long as you are aged over 17 on the day of the race. You can either enter online here or in person at the events office in Blackpool. We do not accept postal entries.
The standard entry fee is £30.00
The standard entry fee is £30.00
If you are a member of a UK Athletics registered club, and hold a current competition licence, you will qualify for a £2.00 discount on the standard entry fee.
There may be entries available on the day (don't risk it though), and these will be charged at a flat rate of £35.00.
There may be entries available on the day (don't risk it though), and these will be charged at a flat rate of £35.00.
Route map for Great North West Half Marathon by Fylde Coast Runners on plotaroute.com
BIB NUMBER COLLECTION
Your bib number needs to be collected before you run. This can be done in two ways;
• Collect on race morning from the event venue from 8am
• Collect from the events office the full week before the day. We are open 10am - 4pm
Your bib number needs to be collected before you run. This can be done in two ways;
• Collect on race morning from the event venue from 8am
• Collect from the events office the full week before the day. We are open 10am - 4pm
YOUR BIB NUMBER
Once you have collected your bib number, it is important that you fill out the information on the back. This is for your safety. When complete, it needs to be securely attached the FRONT of your running top. It needs to be visible at all times, especially the silver timing tag. If you cannot clearly see the tag, neither will the timing equipment and you won't get a finishers result. The chip timing tag is pre-attached so make sure you don’t fold, cut, deface or damage in any way or you will not get a finishing time. Pins to attach your bib number are supplied if you need them.
You must not use someone else’s bib number, nor let someone else use yours. Bib number swapping is strictly prohibited for several reasons, the most important of which is the danger and confusion it can cause in the event of an incident on the course. It also causes issues with the results and you could cheat someone out of a prize.
Once you have collected your bib number, it is important that you fill out the information on the back. This is for your safety. When complete, it needs to be securely attached the FRONT of your running top. It needs to be visible at all times, especially the silver timing tag. If you cannot clearly see the tag, neither will the timing equipment and you won't get a finishers result. The chip timing tag is pre-attached so make sure you don’t fold, cut, deface or damage in any way or you will not get a finishing time. Pins to attach your bib number are supplied if you need them.
You must not use someone else’s bib number, nor let someone else use yours. Bib number swapping is strictly prohibited for several reasons, the most important of which is the danger and confusion it can cause in the event of an incident on the course. It also causes issues with the results and you could cheat someone out of a prize.
BAGGAGE & KEY DROP
There is an ‘un-manned’ baggage drop area located next to the registration area for small bags, jackets etc. Do not leave any valuables in the baggage area, just essentials needed after your run. We also have a key drop for your car keys. This is located at the registration desks. Place your keys into your race pack envelope and hand over to the staff for safe keeping during the event.
There is an ‘un-manned’ baggage drop area located next to the registration area for small bags, jackets etc. Do not leave any valuables in the baggage area, just essentials needed after your run. We also have a key drop for your car keys. This is located at the registration desks. Place your keys into your race pack envelope and hand over to the staff for safe keeping during the event.
TOILETS
Portable toilets are available for RUNNERS ONLY. These are located next to the start and finish on the middle walkway. Make sure you don’t leave your visit until the last minute, they will become very busy just before the start.
Portable toilets are available for RUNNERS ONLY. These are located next to the start and finish on the middle walkway. Make sure you don’t leave your visit until the last minute, they will become very busy just before the start.
RACE START & ROUTE
The race will start at 11.00am sharp.
You need to get yourself into the starting line at least 5 minutes before the gun fires as there will be important safety announcements and possibly emergency info which you will need to hear. MP3/iPods must NOT BE USED on the start line. The course is fully signed and marshalled. YOU MUST CHECK THE MAP OF THE ROUTE YOU ARE RUNNING. There will be marshals and plenty of signs directing you but ultimately it is your responsibility to make sure you go the correct way.
The race will start at 11.00am sharp.
You need to get yourself into the starting line at least 5 minutes before the gun fires as there will be important safety announcements and possibly emergency info which you will need to hear. MP3/iPods must NOT BE USED on the start line. The course is fully signed and marshalled. YOU MUST CHECK THE MAP OF THE ROUTE YOU ARE RUNNING. There will be marshals and plenty of signs directing you but ultimately it is your responsibility to make sure you go the correct way.
HYDRATION STATIONS
Bottled water will be available on the route at 3.3 MILES, 5.9 MILES, 8.1 MILES and 10.8 MILES. Water is also offered to all runners at the finish line.
Bottled water will be available on the route at 3.3 MILES, 5.9 MILES, 8.1 MILES and 10.8 MILES. Water is also offered to all runners at the finish line.
MEDICAL SUPPORT
The expert team from Remote Medical Services will be on-hand should any medical issues arise. They will be patrolling the course on their response bikes and located at the finish line. Make sure you complete the contact and medical form on the back of your bib number before competing.
The expert team from Remote Medical Services will be on-hand should any medical issues arise. They will be patrolling the course on their response bikes and located at the finish line. Make sure you complete the contact and medical form on the back of your bib number before competing.
RESULTS
Results, giving your official gun-time and personal chip-time will be published on the events website shortly after the event at www.fyldecoastrunners.com/results
Results, giving your official gun-time and personal chip-time will be published on the events website shortly after the event at www.fyldecoastrunners.com/results
AWARDS & PRIZES
All competitors receive an awesome bespoke medal at the finish line!
Individual prizes will be awarded in the following categories:
All competitors receive an awesome bespoke medal at the finish line!
Individual prizes will be awarded in the following categories:
- 1st 3 Men Overall
- 1st 3 Ladies Overall
- 1st Male Veteran over 40/45/50/55/60/65+
- 1st Lady Veteran over 35/40/45/50/55/60+
