I started running in early 2022 joining Queens Park Harriers shortly afterwards. The Harrow Hill 10k was my first course that specified a maximum completion time to get medaled. It was therefore an exciting event to be a part of, and at the same time an anxious one to meet the time challenge at 71 years of age. The organisation of the event was very good particularly as there was a need to change the course at the last minute because of flooding along the Kenton Road stretch. This meant that the new course required running/walking twice up the very steep climb of Football Lane which was I guess was heavy going even for younger legs. The facilities provided were very good, although it seemed that the toilet block had been erected over a pond. Refreshments at the end were plentiful. The results of this event were quick to be published online. I liked the design of the medal; this being my first medal of the year. Well done to the organisers and thanks to all the happy volunteers.

The event as a whole was very good. Very well organised, good scenery and a nice running track to do the warm up. The race was enjoyable and well Marshall. The only negative was a poor cheap looking medal. Food was average too

I haven’t taken part in a 10 km for almost four years and was very apprehensive.

I really enjoyed it, apart from being very organised everyone was very friendly. The course was an excellent choice, there was one road with uneven pavement however I could run in the service road. I like how all the marshals and volunteers were on all ages from the seniors through to the children at the finishing line handing out the medals. All round it had great vibes and I will certainly be taking part again.

This was my first race in 5 years and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you to the organiser and all the helpers and marshalls who have all done a fab job :)

Very welcoming to someone who doesn't run for a club or have much raceday experience, and sports cap water bottles at water stations was a personal favourite! Had a great time in a tough but enjoyable course. Thanks to the team for their hard work.

Excellent idea to start and finish on the running track. Maybe the loos can be located elsewhere in future, was dangerous to enter and exit due to it being on muddy grass.
Hope to enter again next year, this was my fourth!
Maybe a summer 10k?

A really great annual event.

Please consider breaking down age categories further i.e 60 -65, 65-70.

Thanks

Having travelled up from Surrey and not knowing the area I found this so well organised and friendly and I hope to come back next year with some friends from my club

Metros very approachable club and made all participants welcome. I very much enjoyed seeing that a tail walker had been instated to allow walkers to take part in this 10km. See you next year!

Thank you for all your hard work and efforts. Without the volunteers this is not possible - many many thanks....

Some of the pavements and surfaces are uneven which made it tricky at times. Someone reversed their car over the pavement in front of me and I had to detour into their drive. It can’t be avoided with a road race!

Loved the double Football Lane.

Wasn't sure it was going ahead as didn't receive a confirmation email in the morning, following the weather-uncertainty email the night before.

Really well marshalled with friendly volunteers posted at even the smallest of roads to cross. Very well run event.

I've done this race a few times and whilst the course is challenging I try to remind myself what goes up must come down! It's a really friendly and well organised event with great cakes at the end! I enjoyed the finish on the track this year and it made it really good for supporters too.

This was my first entry into an organised race for over 30 years. Only discovering it 2 days before the race date and as it was local, I decided to take the plunge. The event was comfortably sized and made a good intro back into competitive running.
Harrow Hill 10k is well organised and provides a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. I found no issues with the route and the last leg on the track made a good finish.
Two ascents of 'Football Lane' justified sampling the excellent selection of cakes after finishing.
Thank you Metros for rekindling a long lost experience.