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Tees Pride Middlesbrough 10k race one of the most popular events in Middlesbrough, bringing together serious athletes, fun-runners, fundraisers and families in a fun atmosphere. The race takes place on Sunday 21 September, starting at Hall Drive, Acklam.
The courses is one lap, flat and marked at each kilometer and with full road closures makes it ideal for all including those attempting a personal best.
If the 10k isnt for you then why not take part in the Middlesbrough PCT 3k Fun Run which is an excellent event for people of all ages, and takes place prior to the Middlesbrough 10k.
The closing date for entries to the 10k race is 5 September and no entries can be accepted on the day. You can get further information on the race and can register online by visiting the Middlesbrough 10k Run website.
Is the Middlesbrough Tees Pride 10k for you?
Everyone agrees that the 10k is one of the most enjoyable events ever staged in Middlesbrough. It brings together serious athletes, fun-runners, fundraisers and families in an atmosphere of festival and friendship.
In Middlesbrough we encourage people to take up healthier lifestyles and the 10k has been a springboard, as it encourages more people to be more active. For many of the runners irrespective of their age or fitness level, the Middlesbrough Tees Pride 10k has been their first ever race.
Race History
The race was introduced in 2005 and was an immediate success, and since 2006 is included in the North East road race series, which was quite remarkable after only one year.
Having built on the initial success, the race continues to grow and for 2008 the race attracted over 3,000 entries.
The Course
The Course is one lap, flat and marked at each kilometer and with full road closures makes it ideal for all including those attempting a personal best.
Timetable
7.15am Race car parks open
7.45am Acklam Road southbound from Hall Drive to the Blue Bell roundabout will be closed to southbound traffic.
8.45am Full race route road closure except northbound Acklam road traffic from Trimdon Avenue and southbound traffic along Marton road. These will remain open throughout the race as access for emergency services.
8.50am Middlesbrough PCT 3k Fun Run mass warm up
9.10am Middlesbrough PCT 3k Fun Run START
9.40am Middlesbrough Tees Pride 10k mass warm up
10.10am Middlesbrough Tees Pride 10k Wheelchair Race START
10.15am Middlesbrough Tees Pride 10k Road Race START
12 Noon Presentations on site in Kings Manor School
*12 Noon - Route fully re-opens
This is an estimate and will depend on events throughout the morning
Entertainment
Century fm radio will provide entertainment from the main stage throughout the morning and will include music and live bands. They will also provide entertainment at the final smooth mile marker.
There will also be bands playing at strategic points around the course creating a tremendous atmosphere that will help every runner enjoy and complete the course.
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