Wheathampstead 10k/2k Fun Run

The Wheathampstead 10K/2K Family Fun Run is now in its seventh year and will be run on Sunday 20th May 2007. It started life in 2000 as the Beech Hyde 10K/2K and was set up by one of the parents of Beech Hyde school as a fun and healthy way to raise funds for the school. What started as a small event - primarily for families of Beech Hyde and their friends - has gradually expanded over the years to become a huge community event. Not only do runners come from all over the county and from as far afield as North London but the event itself involves the whole village. A team of parents help organise the run and local businesses give support with donations, advertising and supplies. This year we are extremely lucky to have GHM Consultancy Group as our race sponsor. GHM has a history of being involved in the local community and has sponsored both of the village’s primary schools over the years, as well as supporting many events.

Last year over 650 runners registered to take part in the 10K and 584 of them ran the course. Another 581 entered the 2K of which approximately 350 were children. We hope to see you this year!

Key features:

beautiful, challenging, off-road 10K run – total escape from tarmac
fastest time 2006: Sam Pullan 34.40 mins
2K fun run for children and their parents
crèche provided for children age 3mths to 8 years, located between car park and race finish
amusements for the children - bouncy castles and family entertainment
burgers and homemade cakes in abundance
an event that the whole family can participate in
Aro Sports goody bags for first 12 men and first 12 women past the finish banner
10% discount on purchases from Aro Sports to all entrants

Please explore the links provided for further details about the race and an entry form. You will also see a sponsorship form which you can either use to support Beech Hyde Primary School or adapt for your favorite charity. There is also a fitness programme to help you get fit for the 10K. This is designed for those of you new to running but could be adapted for any level of runner.

Feedback from previous runners (source: www.runnersworld.co.uk)

“Great course, scenery and atmosphere”, “a race with something to challenge everyone – really really enjoyed it”, “a well organised and friendly race.”

“I can thoroughly recommend it as a great cross country course, which is ideally suited to all levels of runner (and definitely first timers). It has a really friendly atmosphere, it's a beautiful course…… I think it's a must - particularly if you're local”.

“Very friendly race….. Loads of fun on the day.”