#Birminghamblackcountryhalfmarathon

Описание: The Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon is a unique point to point race along the canal towpaths between Wolverhampton City Centre and Brindley Place in Birmingham.

The event format, is based on people's predicted finishing times. It seeds runners into in a time trial format running in waves of similar abilities. Waves start from 08:30 - 12:00. The conditions underfoot vary from gravel tracks and un-kept trails to smooth pavement.

The race accommodates all types of runners. There are entries for "Elites" such as club runners or those serious about running and the "Socials" those that are also club runners but don't take it too seriously to those who like a personal challenge or those running for another reason such as charity or personal reasons.

The route is largely flat with some locks and bridges as the only inclines, the route includes the famous 'Coseley Tunnel' a 360 metre tunnel, a memorable feature of the scenic course. The route features floating drink stations (canal barges) every 3 miles offering runners water and electrolyte.

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