The 1984 Slough Marathon

Here’s an ad from Athletics Weekly for the first Slough Marathon. I’m pretty sure I went to Upton Park to spectate. Although in future years I’ds follow the race on my bike. Goonies-style.

I think the course was a two-lapper. Unfortunately, I can only remember some of it. But I’d like to jog it next time I’m in Slough.

Maybe you’ve listened to my Slough Triathlon Tour podcast episode. I’m now reminded that I need to re-record some of the audio. As I was using a new machine and hadn’t quite got the gain settings dialled.

I was going to add Upton Park to the tour. To get the start / finish of the marathon. And the Slough BMX Track. That’s located within the park. But I decided to keep the route 100% triathlon focused.

I’m guessing the last edition of the race was in 1989. Sadly.

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Athletics Weekly (UK) 31st March 1984