Larking Gowen Ipswich Half Marathon: World Records broken

One of the regions most well-known running events, the half marathon, took place on Sunday, seeing thousands of participants take on the challenge.

The 13.1-mile route started at Portman Road stadium, taking runners through the Waterfront, Holywells Park and the River Orwell.

Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service broke multiple world records as they completed the race in their full PPE.

Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service attempted to break multiple world records (Image: Larking Gowen) Ashley Buxton attempted to break the record for the fastest half marathon wearing PT kit and carrying a breath apparatus set.

Paul Shattock attempted the same record but in fire PPE and breath apparatus while under air.

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George Trott and Grant Whitehead attempted the fastest half marathon in firefighters PPR and carrying breathing apparatus.

While results are still yet to be officially confirmed by Guinness World Records, their current timings show they have beaten the current records.

Runners started at the home of Ipswich Town Football Club (Image: Larking Gowen) Graham Mummery, partner at Larking Gowen, said: "We're delighted to support the local community and people with their health and wellbeing. We've had a longstanding relationship with Run For All and we're delighted to be there, supporting all the runners and greeting them at the finish line with their medals.

"It was a great event, huge congratulations to all runners." 

Runners were encouraged to run for a chosen charity or one of the partner charities;  Jane Tomlinson Appeal, Lighthouse, St Elizabeth Hospice, Home Start in Suffolk, Suffolk Libraries, Ipswich Town Foundation, Mind Suffolk, Families Together Suffolk, Brave Futures and RSPCA Suffolk.

Joy as runners hit the finish line (Image: Larking Gowen) Tristan Batley-Kyle, operations director at Run For All, said: “A huge well done and thank you to all participants who joined us for one of Suffolk’s flagship running events, the Larking Gowen Ipswich Half Marathon.

“With the addition of the Corporate Challenge, it has been a fantastic day of running and fundraising for all abilities and ages.

“The enthusiasm and support from everyone involved, from the participants to the many spectators, sponsors, partners and volunteers, all ensured the day was a great success.”

Runners were greeted with support throughout the town (Image: Larking Gowen) Larking Gowen, the event sponsor, has announced it will remain title sponsor of the annual run until 2027.