Brighton Half Marathon

Date - February 2011 (TBC)
Region - Brighton
Distance - 13.1 miles

We had 106 runners plodding along through the terrible conditions at this year’s Brighton Half Marathon on Sunday 21st February.

Despite the rain, the cold and the wind, they all managed to cross the finish line! A few lucky individuals even crossed the line wearing (very wet!) toilet costumes.

The event went really well, and it was great to see so many people running in WaterAid running vests.  As the funds are now starting to come in, it looks like we are going to raise just over £25,000 from the event, which is great news! That’s 833 toilets, 4167 taps or 34,722m of pipe! Well done everyone!

We also had a few faithful WaterAid supporters at the cheering points supporting friends and family members, so thank you to you for braving the conditions!

Thanks to everyone for all your support especially the runners who have worked so hard in training and fundraising. You all did brilliantly!

Quotes from our runners

"Despite the wind and rain, I had a good run and somehow almost got a personal best time!  The refreshments you provided in the tent following the run were certainly very welcome. I found the organisation from the WaterAid side both before and during the race day to be professional and efficient." Avi Govind

"The atmosphere was absolutely amazing; it was unlike anything I’ve ever seen or been part of. The rain and hail made it feel a bit like I was running through purgatory though." Dalilah Baruti

If you want to get involved in next years Brighton Half Marathon, watch this space! Or to take part in any other events for WaterAid, check out our website, email us at events@wateraid.org, or call 020 7793 2232.

WaterAid will also be taking part in the first Brighton Marathon on Sunday 18th April, so make sure you come down and show your support. Just drop us an email if you would like to volunteer.

Run the Brighton Half Marathon for WaterAid:
You can enter by applying for a WaterAid place or directly through the Brighton Half Marathon website (link opens in new window).

WaterAid has over 100 runners in the Brighton Half Marathon. Please email events@wateraid.org if you would be interested in taking part in 2011.  We ask our participants to raise a minimum fundraising target of £250 together with a £20 non refundable registration fee in return for lots of support along the way.

Runners with their own places:
If you secure your own place in the Brighton Half Marathon, we'd be delighted for you to join our team and raise as much sponsorship as you can for WaterAid.

WaterAid team benefits:
In return for your dedication and commitment to the half marathon, you will receive:

• An online sponsorship page
• A monthly WaterAid Team newsletter including tips on training - and nutrition, fundraising advice and runners' stories
• A thorough fundraising information pack and running tips leaflet
• Access to our fundraising internet resources
• Continuous advice and support from WaterAid's experienced events team
• A coveted WaterAid running vest
• The opportunity to run in a WaterAid costume such as a WaterAid toilet or tap
• A festive post-race party where participants can meet their supporters and refuel on refreshments

More information:
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact our events team at events@wateraid.org or on 0207 793 2232.