If you've set your sights on a spring marathon, then a perfectly timed half marathon to test your stamina is part of the drill and the North Lincolnshire Half offers just that thanks to its 5 March date.

This flat, fast and friendly race boasts a fabulous finish with a lap inside Quibell Park Athletic Stadium, Scunthorpe and is ideally timed for anyone looking for a good fast early season time.

Speaking about the race's return, organisers said: "We are delighted to bring the North Lincolnshire Half Marathon back to the running calendar this March. Our race has proved to be extremely popular over the years with many runners achieving a ‘personal’ or ‘age group’  best performance.

"The final lap on the Quibell Park's running track is always surrounded by lots of spectators to cheer you in which is a real boost when you need it!"

New for 2023, organisers have added a 10K race to the day's events; speaking of the route they say: "It will also feature a similarly flat, fast course as the half marathon passing through the scenic rural roads of North Lincolnshire."

Organisers have designed the event so that both races start and finish in exactly the same place, making for a fantastic post-race atmosphere. The friendly nature of the event and the flat routes make both distances suitable for anyone looking to run either distance for the first time.

If you'd like to know more, visit the North Lincolnshire Half Marathon website.

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