THE popular Heddington 5k road series reaches its climax on Tuesday (August 14).

Going into the third and final event of the series, which is organised by Calne Running Club, Jackie Rockliffe, of Avon Valley Runners, and Simon Gilbert, of Devizes Running Club, are in pole positions to pick up the overall female and male prizes.

But if they falter then their nearest rivals - Hannah Jordan (DRC), Julia Maddocks (Chippenham Harriers), Andy Gardiner (Slinn Allstars) and Alex Harris (DRC) – will be waiting to strike.

For others the chance to run a fast time is what lures them to the Heddington 5k as the course is very fast and flat course around the quiet country lanes of the Wiltshire village.

“It is a superb course for chasing a PB, and at just three per cent per affiliated entry, great value for money too,” said event spokeswoman Denise Nott.

“As this is the final race in the series, it will also see the series awards being handed out.”

The event headquarters is at Charles Willis Hall, Church Road, Heddington and Tuesday’s race starts at 7.30pm.

For entry details log onto entrycentral.com.