My Funny Valentine

Get ready to celebrate love and fitness at the My Funny Valentine event, organized by Long Player Running on Sunday, February 14th, 2027. Set against the stunning backdrop of Southbourne's beachfront promenade, just east of Bournemouth, this exciting event is perfect for runners of all abilities. Participants can choose their own distance, ranging from a fun 5K to an ultra-marathon, along a picturesque flat and tarmacked out-and-back route that spans 5.3km (3.28 miles) per lap. With flexible start times between 8 AM and 9:30 AM, runners can arrive when they feel ready to hit the ground running, finishing by 3 PM with a generous maximum time limit of 7 hours. Every finisher who completes a lap will be awarded a medal, making this a rewarding experience for all. Plus, enjoy the convenience of on-site amenities, including an aid and drinks station featuring both sweet and savory snacks, as well as public toilets and showers along the promenade. Join us at My Funny Valentine for a day filled with camaraderie, personal achievement, and unforgettable coastal views!

Set on the beachfront promenade at Southbourne (SoBo), to the east of Bournemouth, with views along the coast, this is a flat, tarmacked event suitable for all abilities. My Funny Valentine consists of an 'out and back' route along the prom offering participants the opportunity to choose their own distance, from 5K to ultra-marathon. All finishers of lap or more will receive a medal. We offer flexible start times between 8am and 9.30am. Just turn up when you're ready to run. All runners to finish by 3pm (maximum 7 hours). Number pick-up is on the day at race registration before you start the event. We will have an aid and drinks table at the start/finish of each lap. There will be a selection of savoury and sweet items. There will also be an area to leave your own items.Please note we do not provide plastic cups; bring your own. Public toilets and showers are available along the promenade. Final instructions will be sent out via email before the event with full race day information. Laps are a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course. There is no elevation gain / loss on this route; making flat and fast. Please note, as per UK Athletics rules, distance restrictions apply to participants ages 20 or under This route is officially measured & certified by the Association of UK Course Measurers so it counts as a road marathon for 100 marathon club purposes.