PRESS RELEASE: 27 April 2017
FINAL CHANCE TO GET YOUR DISCOUNTED 2018 READING HALF MARATHON PLACE
The Reading Half Marathon returns on Sunday 18th March 2018, and now is your final chance to grab discounted
entry to one of the most prestigious half marathons in the British running calendar. Prices will increase in May,
so sign up for your 2018 challenge now to avoid disappointment!
The world-renowned race is in its 35th year and will lead runners from Green Park, through the beautiful grounds
of Reading University and to a momentous finish inside Reading Football Club’s Madejski Stadium. With 203
sub-80 minute times, the 2017 Reading Half Marathon saw more runners crossing the finish line in under 70
and 80 minutes than any other UK road Half Marathon, making it the fastest Half Marathon in the UK*.
Judith Manson, Race Director, comments: “As early bird entries will be closing soon for the 2017 Reading Half
Marathon, I urge you to sign up now to take part in this fantastic community event. It’s flat, it’s fast, and it’s the
perfect platform for seasoned athletes and newcomers alike. The final straight takes you into the magnificent
Madejski Stadium where you'll experience a rapturous reception from hundreds of supporters in the stands.
It’s definitely a date to add to your diary – it promises to be another great year!”
Pre-May entry prices:
Half Marathon
UKA affiliated club runners £34.00 / All other runners £35.00
Green Park Challenge
£9.50
Charity Champion
£58
Corporate Challenge
£185
All races include a fantastic medal and finisher bag.
To keep up with the latest race developments and to secure your place, please visit:
www.readinghalfmarathon.com
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PRESS ENQUIRIES
Ruth Bowerman
Promote PR
01628 507 662
[email protected]
NOTES TO EDITORS
*According to the official Reading Half Marathon 2017 results, and Half Marathon results researched between
Autumn 2016 and Spring 2017.
Vitality Reading Half Marathon, 19 March 2017:
In 2017, 203 athletes completed the race in under 80 minutes.
Male 2017 winner: Andy Vernon (1:03:08)
Female 2017 winner: Charlotte Purdue (1:12:15)
Race organiser, Sweatshop:
The UK’s largest specialist running retailer with shops nationwide. Sweatshop was founded by Olympic
Champion Chris Brasher in 1971, with the aim to give every runner, from absolute beginner to international
athlete, access to the very best equipment, supported by free gait analysis, sports bra fitting service and much
more. Sweatshop’s first responsibility is to the runner and their mission is to help you Be The Best You Can
Be. Sweatshop has been voted the ‘Best Retailer’ by readers of Runner’s World for eight years in succession
including 2014. On top of this the store has been recognised in the 2014 Running Awards as the Best eTailer
and Best Large Retailer.
Sweatshop staff are committed to providing outstanding customer service and to support this Sweatshop
provides an extensive professional development training programme for all their staff including biomechanics,
customer service, breast health and sports bra fitting.
The Sweatshop Running Community is free to join and the free weekly runs open to all ages and abilities see
people rewarded for running regularly. www.sweatshop.co.uk