Bacchus Half Marathon & 10K

Question 1

Is it for me?

Accepted Answer

Bacchus is a celebration of wine, music and running. The aim is to have fun and finish, not to be watching the clock.

Question 2

What fitness level must I be?

Accepted Answer

There is no fitness level required at all for Bacchus. Whether you walk or run everyone is welcome to join in the fun. There is no hard cut-off but there is a back marker who starts after the last half marathon wave and will walk the course in roughly 4 hours. The back marker will encourage to keep moving but no one will pull you off the course. If you are worried about your time book into one of the earlier waves to give you more time on the course.

Question 3

What is the age limit for Bacchus?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for the Half Marathon is 18 years. The minimum age for the 10K is 16 years. There is no age limit for the 2K Fun Run. Please note if you are under 18 your number will be marked, and you will only be served soft drinks at the event.

Question 4

Are there prizes for the winners?

Accepted Answer

As Bacchus Wine Half Marathon & 10K are primarily fun runs there will no prizes for those first across the line. However, awards are given to the best fancy dress costumes we see on the day. The competition is judged by our finish line team and will be given on the spot. (Decisions are entirely subjective as this is a light-hearted competition – there will be no discussion on the decisions they make).

Question 5

What is included in my entry fee?

Accepted Answer

Entry fee includes; Race Entry and Timing, Finisher’s Medal, All wines and food at drinks stations, Technical t-shirt (Half Marathon ONLY) - 10K runners can purchase t-shirts in advance of race day for £12 on our booking platform or by emailing info@209events.com, Ticket to the post-race pulled pork party with a plate of complimentary food and drink. Additional food and drink is available to purchase, Free parking, Medical Support, Secure Baggage, Free digital downloads of race photos. We have a team of photographers around the course and at the finish line.

Question 6

When/ how will I receive my race pack?

Accepted Answer

If you enter the race before August 1, 2025, race packs will be posted to you in early August. If you entered after this time, your race pack will be available to collect on race morning from our registration tent. If you entered before the posting cut-off and have not received your race pack by Wednesday September 3, please let us know by emailing: info@209events.com. and we will arrange a replacement number for collection on race morning. We will not send out replacement numbers.

Question 7

What do I do if I can no longer run?

Accepted Answer

There are several options available to you if you can no longer run. You can defer your entry to the following year, or you can transfer your entry to another runner. We do not offer refunds. To defer or transfer your entry please email transfer@209events.com with your details.

Question 8

What time must I arrive?

Accepted Answer

We recommend that you arrive 60-90 minutes before the start of your race to allow time for parking, bag drop and to ensure you have enough time to collect your race pack (if you need it).

Question 9

I have spectators coming to watch, how and when do they get in?

Accepted Answer

Spectators arrive and park in the same place as competitors. As the venue is open on race day you are free to arrive and leave when you please.

Question 10

Is the car park close to the race village/start?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the car park is a short walk to the main Denbies Building, Start and Race Village.

Question 11

What is the course like?

Accepted Answer

The course is run through a mix of Denbies vineyard and sections of the North Downs and Pilgrims Way. It is undulating to hilly throughout with one significant climb on the half marathon, most of route is rough trail with some sections of single track, gravel and tarmac.

Question 12

What facilities will there be on-site?

Accepted Answer

There will be both temporary toilets and toilets within the main Denbies Estate building. Event parking will site at Denbies and the designated parking areas, please follow our event event parking signs marshal instructions to park on the day. Registered participants will receive their hog roast directly as they finish the race. Other food, drink and refreshments are available within the main Denbies building for spectators and other guests. There will be a managed baggage area.

Question 13

When does the event finish?

Accepted Answer

The race itself finishes when the last runner comes across the line. The post-race hog roast and music however will continue to be available for a period of time after the race for all to enjoy. The actual timing is subject to change on the day.

Question 14

Route Markings (What to look out for)

Accepted Answer

The route will be clearly marked using signage arrows, marshals, taped areas and mini flags (orange for the half marathon, blue for the 10K).

Question 15

Medical Support

Accepted Answer

There will be a medical team provided by Codeblue Medical Services on-site throughout the main event. They will be in the race village and out on the course.

Question 16

What happens if I must pull out on route?

Accepted Answer

If you can make it to the next marshal point, please do so where they can advise you of the quickest route back to the race village. If you can’t make it to the next marshal point, please ask another competitor to notify the next marshal of your location where our medical team can be dispatched to you.

Question 17

On the course food/drink

Accepted Answer

There will be 2 wine stations and one additional water station serving the 10K route. There will be 6 wine stations and one water station serving the half marathon. Please note, that the half marathon visits one of the wine stations twice. All wine at the aid stations is provided by Denbies Wine Estate. You will have the chance to sample an array of their range of wines (Please note that Denbies wine is vegan). There will be soft drinks options for those under 18 and water, as always. The food will be an array of small bites that will accompany the wine.

There is ample food, drink and water if you take only one portion at each aid station. Please be considerate of the runners behind you. If you take multiple food and drink portions at any aid station there won't be enough for everyone.

Question 18

Can people come out on the route to see me?

Accepted Answer

The best place for spectators will most likely be at the start/finish close to Denbies main building, where they can watch runners set off and return and be close to facilities and the musical entertainment at the post-race hog roast.

Question 19

Are dogs allowed?

Accepted Answer

Whilst dogs are allowed on Denbies grounds, there are no dogs allowed to take part in the race and dogs are NOT allowed inside the Denbies main building.

Question 20

Are buggies allowed on route?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, buggies with children are not allowed to take part in the race, the course and its' terrain are not suitable for buggies (even off-road ones).

Question 21

Where can I find the results?

Accepted Answer

The link to the results will be added to our web page when it is available. Usually within 24 hours of the race.

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Bacchus Half Marathon & 10K

Bacchus Half Marathon & 10K

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