The Portsmouth Coastal Waterfront Marathon and Festive Half Marathon took place on Sunday, December 22, with runners setting off from The Pyramid Centre in Southsea. Hundreds of runners took place with a number of different distance challenges taking place on the day, including the Southsea 5k and 10k Turkey Trot.
Participants young and old got into the festive spirit, with many donning Christmas outfits such as Santa suits, Elf costume, and even a Christmas tree. The event run by Believe & Achieve proved to be a success with a fantastic atmosphere on show throughout the day.
Here are 41 pictures of runners on the picturesque route:
5. Portsmouth Coastal Waterside Marathon and Festive Half
Friends, Alex Anderson and Megan Hall, from Portsmouth, were pleased with their times in the half marathon "considering the cold and the wind." Picture: Chris Moorhouse (221224-90) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
6. Portsmouth Coastal Waterside Marathon and Festive Half
There was a fantastic atmosphere at the event as the festive runners took on the picturesque course. Picture: Chris Moorhouse (221224-87) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
7. Portsmouth Coastal Waterside Marathon and Festive Half
Two runners push on towards the finish line. Picture: Chris Moorhouse (221224-78) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
8. Portsmouth Coastal Waterside Marathon and Festive Half
A number of runners took on the Portsmouth Coastal Waterside Marathon and Festive Half. Picture: Chris Moorhouse (221224-04) Photo: Chris Moorhouse