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MABAC is an informal cross-country league formed in the 1970s. The name derives from “MA” (from MAGIC – Matthew Arnold Gym Instruction Class) + “BAC” (ex British Aircraft Corporation). There are currently nine member clubs.
Races are held throughout the year in Surrey and SW London, and often there’s a pleasant pub to head afterwards. As courses can be muddy, you may prefer to wear trail shoes. We encourage you to wear club kit.
The league is funded by two open events each year, the Cranleigh 15/21 Mile race, and the Surrey Slog Half Marathon. So if you’d like to support the league then please enter (or volunteer at) one of those.
How it works: Every runner earns a minimum of five points per race (eight for Windsor), with the first six male runners and first three female runners for each club earning extra points, dependent on finishing position. There is a separate or short course for walkers and joggers, who cover one lap and earn two points each. So all participants score points for the club and the race is suitable for all speeds.
Distance: Races are approx 5 miles (apart from Windsor which is 8 miles) or 2.5 miles for the short course.
Race Dates: See https://running.mabac.org.uk/the-league/ for details.
To participate or volunteer: please contact the Mabac Representative Colin at [email protected]
MABAC news: You can stay in touch with MABAC-related news and events at their Facebook page.
New Wimbledon MABAC course route for 2024
A two-lap undulating course through the woods of Wimbledon Common, starting and finishing at the Wimbledon Windmill car park.
Windmill Car Park Windmill Road, SW19 5NQ (open between 7.00am and 8.30pm)
The Windmill Car Park – open between 7.00am and 8.00pm (if there is any doubt, always check the sign at the entrance to the car park).
There is no additional parking outside the car park so please do not leave your vehicle on Windmill Road or any verge.
Toilets: The toilets are open from 7am to 5pm.
The Wimbledon & Putney Commons Conservators (WPCC) operate a Voluntary Car Park Donation Scheme in the Windmill Car Park which allows you to make a donation for parking. You can pay by card at the machine which is near the Tea Rooms entrance, or you can pay by phone.
