This is my fifth time doing the marathon and today was my 40th marathon. It has to be my favourite. Way above London in terms of scenery although not on speed! The scenery is amazing and it is a nice, smaller and very well organised event. I got the impression that there were fewer volunteers this year with lots of sections left guessing which was disappointing. I hope it is back next year since I shall certainly be entering. 3 hours 33 this year. 3 hours 12 was my best many years ago.

This was my first organised event, so hard to compare, but I enjoyed it a lot.

I missed out on a finishers t-shirt - didn't notice them being given out when I finished - had they all gone by the time I finshed in 5:09?

I wish all races could be done like this one.
Perfect - don't change anything.

Definitely beginner friendly - was my first ever Marathon when I did it in 2018! In an ideal world there would be one more portaloo (maybe there are never enough!) and the results posted on-line sooner. Cheers! B
PS How about a sign up on the portaloos saying "For competitor use only untill race start time"? That would reduce the line a bit.

Great support at the aid stations. I will book again.

Just to say I had to cancel as I was admitted to hospital. I love the park, the directors etc. etc. and, in spite of the disappointment, I'm not ruling out another walking marathon!!

Sr. Andrena

Strongly recommended for first-time marathon runners .

It's a lovely scenic marathon that's well organised and well supported. You can't beat Richmond Park for running around.

Amazing course route and Marshalling

loved the chopped bananas in the second half.

This was a thoroughly enjoyable event in which there was so much encouragement from the organisers and volunteers. Currently coming back from injury, having poor joints and trying to work out my boundaries I did not feel pressured and could enjoy the event, which you do not always get when attending events. I will definitely return next year and hopefully be back running well.