Hearty Half Marathon 2026 in association with Jersey Spartan AC

Briefing Notes
The Hearty Half Marathon in association with JSAC starts on the athletics track near to the Clubhouse at 8:00 am. Runners do a single lap anti-clockwise at the start and another one to finish at the same point as the start line, about 40 metres from Clubhouse at the 200 metre mark. 
Generally we advise runners not to push too hard from Longueville Manor to Hougue Bie as the rest of the course is more “accommodating”.
Your details must to be added on the rear of your race number in case of emergency. The number should be clearly visible on your front (triathlon race belts and pinning your number to your shorts will not be permitted) as we will have manual timekeepers as backup for the chip timing.

Details of parking arrangements will be confirmed closer to the date of the race. Any special requests are to be emailed to roadrunning@jerseyspartan.com.

To take part in the half marathon participants must be aged 17 or over on race day.

PLEASE NOTE RUNNERS MAY ONLY USE BONE-CONDUCTION LISTENING DEVICES as all other listening devices, which reduce ability to hear external noise, add significantly to the risk of a runner not being aware of other runners and Traffic on the route. Anyone found using listening devices other than bone-conduction ones may be asked to stop racing and not given a result.

It is not normal for runners to use pavements in Road Races of this kind but in exception on the coast road some runners may feel more comfortable on the pavement when traffic is busy. Please remember to respectfully share the pavement if there are pedestrians. 

Results will be scrutinized and signed off to be published as soon as practicable via a link to the JSAC website, that will be emailed out to all entrants and through a post on JSAC social media channels.

Information regarding the presentation of awards for runners in the respective age categories will be available closer to the event date. 
Any offers of help on the day, for marshalling, handing out water, or with set up would be gratefully received, please sign up on this event using the "Volunteer Sign up" ticket. If you have any questions, please reach out to roadrunning@jerseyspartan.com.

Medical Support and your Personal Safety
We take your safety very seriously and endeavour to provide a safe environment for you to race in, however,you must take every precaution to prevent de-hydration and follow these basic rules:

• Ensure that you are well hydrated before race day.
• Sip water as you wait in the start area.
• If you feel the need to drink between water stops bring your own water bottle or hydration pack. (There will be a minimum of three water stations on the course).
• Take time to drink at each water station-slow down and drink.
• If you are feeling that your heart rate,temperature and breathing are not as you would normally expect during a race you must stop, cool down and decide whether you should walk, retire or carry on.

Normandy Rescue will be supplying ambulance and paramedic cover on the day.

Water stations
Jersey Spartan AC seeks to make the Hearty Half Marathon an eco-friendly event. Please dispose of any rubbish by placing it in bins or drop zones that will be located shortly after each water station. Littering will not be tolerated.

Race Cut-off
There will be a race cut-off of 3 hours to complete the course, which is at the discretion of the Race Director. The race requires a cut-off to ensure that our volunteers, who keep participants safe on the course, are not required to remain outside at their positions for an unlimited time.

T-shirt deadline
T-shirts are available for purchase as merchandise when you register for this event. The deadline for ordering a T-shirt/vest is 5pm Friday 7th August 2025. Any entries made after this date will not have the option to order a T-shirt.

Ticket Prices for non-Jersey Spartan AC Members (not including admin fees)
Early Bird rate (until Tuesday 31st March) - £30 (£28 for EA affiliated athletes)
Standard rate (until Saturday 1st August) - £35 (£33 for EA affiliated athletes)
Late Entry rate (until Wednesday 2nd September) - £40 (£38 for EA affiliated athletes)
ENTRY DEADLINE is Wednesday 2nd September at 12.00 UK time. NO entries will be accepted after this point.

RunEvents England Athletics Licence number #30238.

Jersey Heart Support Group
Jersey Heart Support Group (JHSG) was founded in 2011 by people living with heart conditions. The group has a common aim to carry on where hospital rehabilitation leaves off and continue to battle against cardiac conditions. Many people participating in rehabilitation experience the benefits of being involved in a group and it is this element the JHSG wishes to extend and develop.

In addition to its original area of focus JHSG seeks to educate and spread awareness of heart conditions and emergency treatment. They are also working with the local sports community to ensure clubs have access to defibrillators at their sessions.

Jersey Spartan Athletic Club
Jersey Spartan Athletic Club is a community, not-for-profit organisation and registered charity committed to developing the fitness and wellbeing of children and adults of all ages through participation in athletics and road running.