Mel’s Milers 10K

The Mel’s Milers 10k takes place annually, usually the last Sunday of March or the first Sunday in April. With around 400 entrants it has a friendly atmosphere and a fantastic setting, starting in the Avenue and finishing in the Quadrangle of Christ’s Hospital school. Refreshments are available during the morning in the cafe next door to Race HQ. Bluecoat Sports Centre provides shower and changing facilities. Registration and prize giving take place in the Wakefield Centre (Race HQ). The course is fast, mostly flat over pathways, track and trail through the tranquil Sussex countryside. The race is on mixed terrain which is mostly off-road, taking in a lap of the school grounds before heading off to Southwater along the Downs Link, through the Country Park, and back along the Downs Link. There is only a short section through a residential area and three road crossings to disturb this. This is a friendly club run event ideal for first time runners, those marathon tapering or looking for a PB. Prizes are awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd men and women, as well as age category awards for 40+, 50+, 60+ and 70+ male and female runners. To encourage more younger runners the entry age has been lowered to 15, and additional prizes will be awarded to the first under 18 male and female runners. All finishers will receive a medal.