Bermuda’s Ministry of Public Works has issued a fresh travel advisory ahead of this weekend’s Ed Sherlock 8k Run and Walk, with participants set to take over the roads of Southampton and Warwick on Saturday morning.
The event, which was originally slated for early February, has been rescheduled for Saturday, April 4th. Competitors will gather at the intersection of South Road and Eastdale Lane for an 8:00 start, embarking on a challenging loop that traverses some of the island’s most iconic coastal and inland routes.
While the Ministry has confirmed that there will be no formal road closures for the duration of the event, a significant police and marshal presence will be in place to manage the flow of traffic. Motorists are being urged to exercise extreme caution and follow the directions of race officials to ensure the safety of the runners and walkers.
The 8k route will see participants head East along South Road before turning left onto Camp Road and proceeding toward Spice Hill. The course then takes a right onto Camp Hill Road followed by a left onto Middle Road, with the field travelling West toward Barnes Corner. The final stretch will see the athletes return to South Road, pushing toward the finish line located at the Rangers Club, just east of Horseshoe Road.
A spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works and Environment stated: "The Ministry encourages the full cooperation of the motoring public and apologizes for any inconvenience that may result. Race marshals will be on hand to direct traffic, and all motorists are expected to avoid collisions with participants."
The Bermuda Police Service has also been authorized to "close off" specific streets or sections of the route at their discretion should the volume of participants or traffic conditions require it.
With the race expected to conclude by 10:00, the Ministry is hopeful that the early Saturday window will minimize disruption for residents. Any queries regarding the event's logistics can be directed to race representative Vernal Durham as the island prepares for another showcase of community athletics.
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