Race details
This is a totally rural course, run on a mixture of B class roads and quiet country lanes which are single track. If traffic is met on these lanes runners should give way. Runners need to be aware that apart from the start area, the roads will not be closed to traffic. Runners will be required to run on the left hand side of the road at all times unless directred to do otherwise by a race official. No Marshal has any authority to stop the flow of traffic. All runners should therefore be aware of their own responsibility to stop at any junction in any dangerous situation.
Runners will assemble in the warm up area by 9:45am. The Half Marathon will start promptly at 10:00am, followed by the 10K shortly afterwards.
First Aid Medics will be present for those requiring medical attention. If you see anyone in distress during the race, please advise a race marshal as soon as possible to call for medical assistance.
USE OF AUDIO EQUIPMENT
Use of any type of audio headphones whilst competing in our race is strictly prohibited due to traffic safety reasons. Those spotted by a marshal will be disqualified.
A copy of the risk assessment will be available on the race notice board.
FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Yes, you need to be 17 years of age on race day to compete
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Parking is available at race HQ where the race starts and finishes
What facilities are available at the venue?
You can find refreshments, bag drop and toilets at race HQ, but sorry no changing facilites.
Is there a cutoff time?
Yes. The course will close 3 hours after the start of the race. Anyone still on the course after this time may be running without the support of marshals
Are there water stops?
Yes there will be regular water stops along the race route.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
You can email our race directors at halfmarathon@stowmarketstriders.org.uk
What’s the refund policy?
Sorry, we have a general non-refundable policy – however you can transfer your place or withdraw from the race. Please email us at halfmarathon@stowmarketstriders.org.uk
Can I update my registration information?
If you have made a mistake, then please update at the entry website link and we will be happy to update your entry for you.
Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
Yes, you can transfer your place to another runner if you can’t run, please use the link for the entry website sent to you when you entered and you can update the details to the new runner.
Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?
No. If you have not officially transferred your place to another runner, please do not give another runner your race number on race day. This can lead to issues for you, the runner using your number, the club, the race organisers, and even the emergency services. UKA race regulations state that athletes who run in transferred numbers in UKA-licensed road races without permission are to be disqualified. Both they and those who pass on the number will be subject to disciplinary action via the appropriate national organisation.
