#BeNiceToYourNoggin and go jogging...

Local mental health charity, Havering Mind, is delighted to be organising this super popular Half Marathon once again with the popular 10K course returning after a successful first outing!

The Havering Half Marathon and 10K is there for runners, joggers, and walkers of all abilities. With Southend Road closed to traffic, you'll have it all to yourself (and your fellow noggins) as you fly South to enjoy Ingrebourne Hill Park's grassy tracks. From there you'll explore the gravel paths of Hornchurch Country Park and the pretty suburban streets of Upminster, before winding back along woodland trails next to the River Ingrebourne. With such interesting and varied surroundings, you'll find yourself crossing the finish line before you know it!

This event really does have something for everyone and, what's more, while you're out there getting it done, you'll be supporting the noggins of Havering too!

So, what are you waiting for? Get active, get outdoors, and go jogging for your noggin!

Developed in partnership with Havering Council, the #BeNicetoYourNoggin campaign aims to spread awareness of the support available in the community and how it can be accessed.

The coronavirus pandemic has been incredibly tough for everyone and has had a huge impact on our mental health. Money raised through entries will help Havering Mind to support local people cope with the thoughts, feelings, and issues they are facing.

Find out more about the #BeNiceToYourNoggin campaign at www.haveringmind.org.uk

Whilst free parking will be available, are a limited number of car parking spaces are available at Abbs Cross Sports Centre which can be pre-purchased here.

Event T-shirts are also available for purchase during registration (or can be found here) for collection at the event.

The 2021 road closure schedule can be found here for reference and will be updated approximately 6 weeks prior to the 2022 event.

All of our events are organised following government and governing body COVID-19 guidance. We will continue to ensure that we deliver safe and enjoyable events.

Entry on the day will be subject to availability and a GBP 5 surcharge.

Event Details

Licensing

These events are expected to be licensed with UK Athletics (UKA) and the results published by Run Britain shortly after the event.

Bib Numbers

Bib numbers are available for collection at the event only, participants should not expect to receive anything by mail.

Results

Results will be uploaded live to our website (internet connection permitting) and communicated to all pre-registered participants within 24 hours of the event.

Rewards

All finishers will receive a medal on completing their event with prizes available for the top three places overall - and the top place in each of the veteran categories (V40/V50/V60/V70) - for both females and males at each distance. Winners will be notified via email by the end of the following week where a presentation is not possible on the day.

Pacers

Pacers will not be offered at this event.

Facilities

Medical Cover

Suitable medical cover is provided at our events in case of a medical emergency. 

Bag Drop

Whilst we recommend bringing as little as possible, participants can leave essential belongings with us using the tear-off baggage strip on their bib.

Photography

Event images are expected to be available, usually within 24 hours of the event.

Water Stations

Water will be available on the routes approximately every 2.5-3 miles.

Toilets

Toilets will be available in the event village for use throughout the event. Toilets will be available on the Half Marathon route only at approximately 7.5 miles.

Changing Rooms/Showers 

There are no dedicated changing rooms/showers.

Other Information

Wheelchairs

This event is suitable for wheelchair users. Any participants wishing to compete with specialised equipment are asked to contact us before entering to ensure we can accommodate any additional requirements.

Buggies, Pushchairs and Strollers

As UK Athletics licensed events, the pushing of persons in any device is prohibited under the UKA Rules of Competition - including, but not limited to - buggies, pushchairs, strollers (or similar) and wheelchairs.

Spectators

Spectators are permitted at this event.

Earphones/Headphones 

Noise-cancelling earphones/headphones are prohibited and, whilst we discourage the use of other earphones/headphones in running events, participants choosing to use them should ensure they are set to a low enough volume that instructions from event officials can be clearly understood. 

Dogs

Participants must not be accompanied by a personally owned or controlled dog during an event. Entries may be accepted from participants with medical assistance dogs, subject to them being correctly registered and identifiable as such, and subject to prior approval by the Event Director.

Prices:

Half Marathon: GBP 30.00,

10K: GBP 24.00

Time: 9:30 am - 1:00 pm