Bath Half Marathon
Join Research Autism on Sunday 11 March 2012 for the chance to run a half marathon.
Bath Half Marathon
The Bath Half Marathon – or the ‘Bath Half’ as it is affectionately known, is one of the longest established and most popular city centre road events in the UK. It is also the largest charity fundraising event in the South West region, raising over £1.4 million for charity last year alone.
The course itself is fast and flat making it suitable for all abilities – for beginners whose key objective is to complete the course, to more regular long-distance event runners, looking to beat their personal best time. It covers a two lap 13.1 mile (21.1km) traffic-free course straddling both sides of the River Avon. The race starts and finishes in Great Pulteney Street, in the heart of the World Heritage City of Bath
Why Research Autism?
Running a half marathon is a wonderful achievement in itself. But why not harness your determination – and increase your motivation in training and to get across the finish line – by supporting a deserving cause that urgently needs your help?
Sheaian Lee, who recently ran the Bristol Half Marathon for us, says: “There were times during my training when my motivation started to crumble. But remembering that the money I would raise would help to improve the quality of life of people with autism really kept me going.”
We are the only charity focused exclusively on building a solid research base to document interventions (treatments or therapies) for autism rather than its causes. We aim to be the trusted source that those affected so desperately need for information on effective and scientifically researched treatments.
We have the active support of many of the world’s leading figures in autism but we need your help too.
How do I join the Research Autism running team?
Challenge yourself in 2012
Join our Research Autism Team and take on the challenge of a lifetime. Pull on our famous yellow vest and take part in the 2012 Bath Half Marathon to support research into interventions for people and their families who are affected by autism/on the autism spectrum. We are asking runners to pledge to raise a minimum sponsorship of £500. Please note, that if you are unable to cover the cost of your place through sponsorship we will have to invoice you after the race to cover any shortfall.
To sign up, print and complete the Entry Form and send it to us at Research Autism, Adam House, 1 Fitzroy Square, London W1T 5HE.
If you would like to run for Research Autism, simply email marathon@researchautism.net or call us on 020 3490 3094. We will be delighted to advise and support you all the way!
As part of our running team, you will receive our runners’ pack which includes advice on race preparation – including training schedules and nutrition tips – and on fundraising. We will keep in contact with you, providing advice as you need it…and you’ll get a free Research Autism running shirt for the race.
We look forward to hearing from you! Thank you for your support.
Frequently Asked Questions
When it comes to support, there’s no competition. Find out everything you need to know about entering, training and completing the run
Other fundraising events
We would also like to hear from you if you would like to support us through sponsored involvement in any other event. We can provide support and further information about the charity. Please email info@researchautism.net
Related Links
- Bath Half Marathon website (Open in new window)
- Research Autism Challenge Events
- Research Autism Events
- Fundraising for Research Autism
Last Updated : 15/11/2011 Back to Top
