I have been trying to do the Watford Half Marathon for a while now.
- in 2012 the Watford Half Marathon was cancelled because of heavy snow
- in 2013 I signed up but then couldn't run because of clash with a family event
- in 2014 I was ill and could barely get out of bed, let alone run a half marathon
- in 2015 - all systems go!
Reportedly one of the hilliest and one of the hardest half marathon's in the country, I was actually looking forward to running the Watford Harriers organised Watford Half Marathon 2015! After checking the weather (repeatedly) in the week leading up to the race, it turned out to be cold and windy, but no rain or snow. So headed for the Cassiobury Park start.
The start was fairly simple, lining up at the top of Cassiobury Park and then heading off down the big paths towards the canal and the centre of the park. By this time the sun had started to break through and I was already starting to get hot (note to self - again - under no circumstances wear a running jacket whilst doing a half marathon!!!)
We broke out of the park for a bit of street running, with support at various points cheering us on, before emerging into the grounds of the Grove Hotel. This part of the course was beautiful as we headed through and around the Grove golf course and grounds - but it was undulating and unbelievably hilly... Down slopes, up slopes, through the tree lined roads and winding lanes, the course was spectacular and great fun with nice camaraderie as everyone gave each other encouraging words to help with the various uphill efforts!
Then back to the park for a big finish under the trees and a banner before heading into the finish area to receive a medal, a goody bag and a free Watford Half Marathon 'technical' t-shirt. Not a PB, but I was pleased with my time of 1:47.53 and enjoyed the race immensely.
After a hot drink and some food (found in the well put together race village) I headed back to the car and photographed the remains of the start as it waited to be packed up and taken away - a fitting end to a good day!
Thank you Watford Half Marathon and I hope to see you again.
- in 2012 the Watford Half Marathon was cancelled because of heavy snow
- in 2013 I signed up but then couldn't run because of clash with a family event
- in 2014 I was ill and could barely get out of bed, let alone run a half marathon
- in 2015 - all systems go!
Reportedly one of the hilliest and one of the hardest half marathon's in the country, I was actually looking forward to running the Watford Harriers organised Watford Half Marathon 2015! After checking the weather (repeatedly) in the week leading up to the race, it turned out to be cold and windy, but no rain or snow. So headed for the Cassiobury Park start.
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| Watford Half Marathon start |
We broke out of the park for a bit of street running, with support at various points cheering us on, before emerging into the grounds of the Grove Hotel. This part of the course was beautiful as we headed through and around the Grove golf course and grounds - but it was undulating and unbelievably hilly... Down slopes, up slopes, through the tree lined roads and winding lanes, the course was spectacular and great fun with nice camaraderie as everyone gave each other encouraging words to help with the various uphill efforts!
Then back to the park for a big finish under the trees and a banner before heading into the finish area to receive a medal, a goody bag and a free Watford Half Marathon 'technical' t-shirt. Not a PB, but I was pleased with my time of 1:47.53 and enjoyed the race immensely.
After a hot drink and some food (found in the well put together race village) I headed back to the car and photographed the remains of the start as it waited to be packed up and taken away - a fitting end to a good day!
Thank you Watford Half Marathon and I hope to see you again.
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