Four Square
Hanmer Half
Race Info
2023 Date coming soon
The Hanmer Half Marathon takes competitors on a unique journey through Hanmer Forest amongst amazing mountain scenery.
Course
After an initial 2km climb the route follows forest roads to a split at Jollies Pass Road. Here the half marathon takes participants through the main block of forest before linking up with the 10km route to run through the flat Heritage forest and a final sprint down the road to finish at Hanmer School.
The final 5km course follows Jollies Pass Road for 2km where it joins the 10km and half marathon for the finish.
Walkers
Walkers are welcome on each distance, however due to marshal constraints the marshals will move from their positions in the half marathon once the last runner has passed.
Walkers must keep to the left to allow runners to pass and must not block the course. You must walk if entered as a walker, if you are seen to be running or jogging you will be disqualified.
Race Categories
Half Marathon - Male and Female
Junior (14-17), Senior (18-39), Veteran (40-49), Masters (50-59), Classic (60+)
Walkers
Overall Half Marathon Male and Female
Overall 10km Male and Female
10km - Male and Female
Junior (12-17), Senior (18-39), Veteran (40-49), Masters (50-59), Classic (60+)
On the Day
Half Marathon
Race Briefing: 10.00 at the Domain
Race Start: 10.20
10km
Race Briefing: 10.00 at the Domain
Race Start: 10.30
5km
Race Briefing: 10.30 at Jollies Pass Road near Dog Stream Reserve
Race Start: 10.45
Water Stations
There will be water stations approx every 5km for the half marathon and 10km. Please ensure you are carrying enough water as these stations are not designed to fill camel packs.
Suggested Kit
Hanmer Springs is an alpine village and can experience a wide range of weather conditions. We recommend you consider carrying the following. Layered clothing, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, hydration pack, survival blanket, energy bar. Please do not wear headphones as this limits your ability to hear directions from marshals and hazards.
Prize giving
The Prize giving ceremony will be held at the finish area at Hanmer School at approx 2.30pm or when the final results are received. The amount of prizes per grade will be determined by the number of entries to the grade. There will be one overall walker prize for the Half Marathon, 10km and 5km, there are no age categories for walkers.
Enjoy Hanmer Springs
Food and beverages will be available throughout the event for purchase. Hanmer Springs is a gorgeous alpine village, so bring your family and friends along and stay the weekend. You can find accommodation options here.
Due to liquor licensing Hanmer Events do not allow BYO to their events. Please do not bring dogs to the event unless they are assistance dogs or with our marshals.
Registration
Half Marathon
$75 Senior
$60 Junior
10km
$55 Senior
$35 Junior
5km
$35 Senior
$25 Junior
Online Registrations close on Wednesday 4th May 2023, after this date you will need to register on Friday 5th May at The Domain in Hanmer Springs from 6.30pm-8.30pm or on Saturday 6th May from 7.30am-9.30am at The Domain. Late registrations will incur a fee of $20.00 and are subject to availability.
Please note that online entries are now closed.
Changes and cancellations incur a fee of $10.00. No changes can be made to your registration after 7th April . No refunds will be given after 7th April 2023.
You must register for the race on Friday 5th May at The Domain in Hanmer Springs from 6.30pm-8.30pm or on Saturday morning 7.30am-9am at The Domain.
In the case of Force Majeure, including COVID-19, no refunds will be issued. Your entry will automatically be transferred to a rearranged date or you will be provided with a credit towards any other Hanmer Event.
For all juniors completing an indemnity form will need to be completed by a parent or legal guardian.
Sponsor
Four Square Hanmer Springs
Situated in New Zealand’s premier alpine spa destination, we offer a full range of grocery, butchery, produce, beer and wine plus lotto and the great service you expect from a Four Square Supermarket.