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Vitality Run Hackney Half Marathon 2015
The freshest half marathon to hit London is back!
Sunday 10th May 2015
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What: Half Marathon on closed roads in the heart of East London
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When: Sunday 10th May 2015
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Start & Finish: Hackney Marshes, Homerton Road, London, E9 5PF
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Entry Prices: £44 unaffiliated; £42 affiliated (£5 discount for a limited time only)
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Official Race Charity: Cancer Research UK
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Official Vitality Run Series Charity: Laureus Sport for Good Foundation
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The Vitality Run Hackney Half Marathon is returning for its second year on Sunday May 10th, 2015.
Following the successful debut race in 2014 - which saw 12,500 runners signing up in a matter of
weeks, places for this year’s run are expected to go fast.
The Vitality Run Hackney Half Marathon is a friendly, flat and fast course that runs through the heart
of east London. The route shows off the very best of the borough’s beautiful green spaces. Starting
and finishing at Hackney Marshes, the closed-roads course will once again pass by some of
Hackney’s best kept parks and key landmarks, including the world-famous Hackney Empire as well as
a new and improved route through the iconic Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
This is a race for runners of all ages and abilities: from elite international athletes to first-time
runners. So whether you’re looking for a goal to help you get fit, a challenge to raise money for
charity, a PB on the fast course or simply to have fun as you run, the Vitality Run Hackney Half
Marathon is a great race.
For more information please visit www.runhackney.com
GO2 Events | 0845 304 5443 | runhackney@go2events.org.uk
Press Enquiries
Katherine Selby | 07787 533143| Katherine@actionpr.co.uk
Runners can expect huge local support once again, a free men’s or ladies fit technical t-shirt, live
entertainment on course and in the race village, plentiful water stations, and a sparkly new medal
for 2015.
“We were delighted with the success and response of the inaugural Vitality Run Hackney Half
Marathon last year and the 2015 event looks set to be even bigger and better,” says Jon Ridgeon,
Vitality Run Hackney Race Ambassador. “The closed-roads and flat route will suit novice runners
while those looking for a PB are in with a very good chance at the front of the race. With Hackney
Council as our partners for this event, runners are guaranteed a party atmosphere, loads of local
support and a very warm welcome once again.”
Speaking on behalf of the title sponsor of the event, Neville Koopowitz, CEO, Vitality commented:
"Vitality encourages people to make positive lifestyle changes and rewards them for living active and
healthy lives. The Vitality Run Series is just one of the ways we hope to unite a nation of runners and
inspire many more people at all levels to take part and compete in the 2015 Hackney Half
Marathon."
The concept for the event was created by Councillor Jonathan McShane, Cabinet Member for
Health, Social Care & Culture at Hackney Council. He said: “We're thrilled to announce the second
Vitality Run Hackney Half Marathon. Ever since June's race, residents have been telling me how
much they enjoyed having a half marathon on their doorstep; whether they ran or took to the
streets to watch, there was a real buzz about the borough, and I hope next year's event will be even
better. With entries open in the run up to Christmas, this could be the perfect challenge to work off
any festive over-indulgence."
“Cancer Research UK is delighted to once again be the Official National Charity Partner for the 2015
Run Hackney Half Marathon,” says Kathryn Hurrell, Cancer Research UK, Sports Team Manager.
“Last year we had an incredible team of over 1400 runners racing around this iconic route in the
heart of London. We want to make 2015 even bigger and so are calling on people to join our CRUK
team and help us bring forward the day that all cancers are cured. One in three of us will be affected
by cancer in our lifetime but with your help we can stop cancer in its tracks. To join our team call
0300 123 5461 or email sportsteam@cancer.org.uk as together we will cross that finish line and beat
cancer sooner.”
For more information please visit www.runhackney.com
GO2 Events | 0845 304 5443 | runhackney@go2events.org.uk
Press Enquiries
Katherine Selby | 07787 533143| Katherine@actionpr.co.uk
Schools Challenge
The Vitality Run Hackney Schools Challenge is a programme aimed at 4–11 year olds of all abilities
from the London Borough of Hackney. It highlights at home and at school the importance and
enjoyment associated with leading a more healthy and active lifestyle. Pupils must cover a total of
13.1 miles, running a mile a week (achieved and verified at school), and will race with their teachers
over the final mile on the day of the half marathon to complete the challenge.
They will be running in front of a home crowd all cheering them on, and will have the pride of
receiving their very own Vitality Run Hackney medal and goody bag! For more information on the
Schools Challenge and how to enter, visit www.runhackney.com/schools-challenge/.
Company Challenge
The Vitality Run Hackney Company Challenge is a great way to inspire a workplace, set a challenge
and motivate employees to be active and take part in a great community event! Rally some work
colleagues, enter a mixed team of 4, and encourage your company to back your efforts and achieve
as a team. It could also be a great opportunity for some healthy industry competition between rival
companies! For more information on the Company Challenge and how to enter, visit
www.runhackney.com/company-challenge/.
For more information please visit www.runhackney.com
GO2 Events | 0845 304 5443 | runhackney@go2events.org.uk
Press Enquiries
Katherine Selby | 07787 533143| Katherine@actionpr.co.uk
A ROUTE TO REMEMBER
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A single lap run through the heart of Hackney
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9am Race Start in Hackney Marshes
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Incredible Hackney Hospitality as you are cheered on by thousands of supporters!
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A tour of Hackney passing by; Hackney Marshes, Hackney Empire, Broadway Market, London
Fields, Hackney Wick.
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An updated route through the iconic Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, designed to enhance
runner experience
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Live entertainment to energise even the weariest of runners!
For more information please visit www.runhackney.com
GO2 Events | 0845 304 5443 | runhackney@go2events.org.uk
Press Enquiries
Katherine Selby | 07787 533143| Katherine@actionpr.co.uk