Bolt Round the Holt

Question 1

Race Location

Accepted Answer

Alice Holt Forest, Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham, GU10 4LS

Question 2

Race HQ

Accepted Answer

The Race HQ is located just west of Go Ape and close to the Forest Offices. Look out for signage from the car park and happy runners.

Question 3

Timings / Race Day Schedule

Accepted Answer

Race HQ & Registration opens: 08:30
Junior Run Start: 09:30
Race Director's Briefing on the start line: 09:50
Race Start (half marathon): 10:00
Race Start (10k & 5k): 10:05

Question 4

Bag Drop

Accepted Answer

You are welcome to leave your bag at the unmanned baggage drop at Race HQ, however, this is done at your own risk and discretion. The team will not handle your bags and you will be responsible for labelling them clearly.

Question 5

Facilities

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, there are no changing facilities available at this site so we recommend arriving ready to run!

Question 6

Parking

Accepted Answer

Parking is in the overflow car park at Alice Holt. Once you drive through the barriers, please follow marshal directions. Once the overflow is full, participants will be directed to the main visitors car park.

Question 7

Toilets

Accepted Answer

There are toilet facilities located at the main visitors centre. Please note, there are no toilet provisions on the course.

Question 8

Headphones

Accepted Answer

Only bone conducting headphones are permitted at this event.
If you are seen to be wearing in-the-ear or over-the-ear headphones by our Race Team or an England Athletics Adjudicator, then you are at risk of being disqualified.

Question 9

Race Start & FInish

Accepted Answer

All distances start and finish in the same location and this is close to the Race HQ.

Question 10

Course, Terrain, Route Signage & Marshals

Accepted Answer

The 5k is one lap whilst the 10k is two laps.
You can view the course and download the GPX at:
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2389635

The Half Marathon consists of four laps with an additional 1k loop.
You can view the course and download the GPX at:
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2762278

About the course
The routes all use the same undulating off road route loop and, as this is a multi lap course of the 5k route, we will not have km markers and it is your responsibility to count your laps.

Terrain
The course is mainly hard track. You can expect it to be fairly bumpy and with some hills. If the weather has been inclement, then it is likely to be quite muddy but, if the sunshine we have all been enjoying continues then it should be relatively dry.

Please race with care and keep a look out for uneven or slippery surfaces, potholes, protruding tree roots and low hanging branches.

Other route users
Please be aware that you are sharing the paths with other walkers, runners and cyclists, many of whom live locally. We ask that you race with care and remain courteous at all times.

Signage & marshals...
Your course will be clearly marked using large route arrows and directional cones, as well as being marshalled throughout. Please listen and obey all marshal instructions given. All marshals will remain in place until stood down by the sweep marshal.

Question 11

Spectators

Accepted Answer

We always welcome anyone that would like to cheer on our runners and join the good spirit of the race by lending their encouragement and support.

Question 12

Junior Run

Accepted Answer

We are proud to invite our junior racers to the start line for their very own dedicated event so that they can experience the thrill of race day for themselves.

The approximately 1k race will take place at 09:30, before the main race.

While this race will not be chip timed, all runners will receive a finishers medal. Race numbers are only available for collection on the day.

Parents are responsible for collecting their children at the finish line. And, if parents are accompanying younger racers then no additional entry is required. However, participating parents will not receive a chip time or medal.

We hope that you will join us in supporting our young runners with uproarious cheers as they cross the finish line!

Question 13

Kit & Footwear

Accepted Answer

We recommend trail shoes for this race. Please keep an eye on the forecast and dress appropriately for the conditions, bringing a spare set of clothes (and socks!) if needed.

Question 14

Litter

Accepted Answer

Please do NOT drop litter. Bins will be provided, so please dispose of any litter correctly or take it home with you.

Question 15

Water Stations

Accepted Answer

There will be a water station at the end of each lap and also at the finish. Whilst we will ensure that our water stations are well supplied, runners should ensure that they are fully hydrated and also consider carrying their own water.

Question 16

Medals & Prizes

Accepted Answer

There will be a bespoke wooden medal awarded to all finishers of the half marathon, 10k & 5k. Trophies will be on offer for 1st, 2nd & 3rd man and woman for all distances.

Question 17

Prize Presentation

Accepted Answer

Weather permitting, the presentation will take place approximately 45 - 60 minutes after the first runner has crossed the finish line and when all the prize winners have arrived home.

Please listen for announcements from your Race Director.

Question 18

Results

Accepted Answer

Live and provisional results will be available on the Nice Work website asap after the race. We will also email them to you on the afternoon of the race. If you have any questions regarding the live results, please ensure that you have emailed this through to us by midday on the following Thursday. Any changes submitted after this time will not be included in the final results.

Question 19

Age Restrictions

Accepted Answer

England Athletics govern the age restrictions for all of our races.
On the day of the race, you must be the following age for each distance:

Half Marathon: 17 years or over
10k: 15 years or over
5k: 11 years or over

Question 20

Can I change my distance after I start running?

Accepted Answer

If you would like to drop down to the shorter distance after you start running:
Yes, you will be able to drop to the shorter distance after you start running. However, please ensure that you have informed the Timer and the Race Director so that they can manually amend your race entry and so that you receive an accurate time instead of DNF (Did Not Finish). If the lower distance was at full capacity, then you may not be able to collect a medal for your new distance; the Race Director will be able to advise.

If you would like to upgrade your entry to the longer distance after you start running:
No, sadly this is not possible.
However, if you know that you would like to swap to the longer distance before the race begins, then please speak to the Race Director who will advise if the race has capacity to support this. If this is possible, there will be a difference to pay.

Question 21

Running with a buggy

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, due to the nature of this course and being a trail event, this race is not suitable for running with a buggy

Question 22

Can I walk the event?

Accepted Answer

Whilst many of our runners walk some brief sections of the race to catch breath, this race is designed for runners and is not suitable for walking the entire distance

Question 23

Race Organiser

Accepted Answer

This race is hosted and organised by GUTS.
GUTS stands for Guildford Undetected Tumour Screening, fighting bowel cancer.

GUTS is a charitable organisation working hard to improve bowel cancer survival through early detection and treatment. They work towards this goal by funding equipment and facilities to improve care, screening and detection, by supporting research into the disease and raising awareness around causes and prevention.

You can make a donation to GUTS at:
https://www.nice-work.org.uk/e/bolt-round-the-holt-9316/charities

Timing and entry management is supplied by Nice Work.

Question 24

First Aid & Fitness

Accepted Answer

First Aid Provision:
First Aid will be in attendance for the duration of the race.
Should you feel unwell at any stage of the race, please do not hesitate to wave down a marshal and they will call First Aid for you and ensure you are well cared for.

If you are unable to make your way to the next marshal point, please advise a fellow runner and ask them to notify a marshal of your location.

Your Health & Fitness
Before attempting to race we ask that you make sure you are 100% fit to do so. If you feel unwell or are carrying an injury, we would strongly recommend not taking part and only return to running once you feel fully fit to do so. If you are unsure if you are fit to run, please speak to your doctor.

Question 25

Deferrals

Accepted Answer

We are pleased to let you know that deferrals to next year are possible for this event, providing that there are still places available available. Here's what you need to know:

Deferral deadlines
10:00 on the Friday before race day.

Deferral costs
A deferral costs £5 plus any difference in race fee.

Races you can defer to
You can defer to the same race in the following year. Please note, you can not defer your entry to any other race.

How to self-manage your deferral
Deferrals are something that the system allows you to self manage by working through the following steps:

1. Access your booking via the 'View Booking' link in your booking confirmation email.
2. Follow steps through to 'Manage Booking & 'Change Race'
3. When you click on 'Change Race' a little drop down will appear and you will need to scroll fractionally to see and select next year's race which may still be listed as 'provisional'
4. The system may ask you to reconfirm your booking details and prompt you to review your original booking form.
5. Once you have paid the deferral charge plus any difference in race fee, the system will move you from your original race and into the new one. An updated booking confirmation will be emailed out to you.

Deferral limit
There is no limit to the number of deferrals you can make but you will incur a deferral charge for each one.

If you have booked through a third party
If you have booked through a third party and can not access your booking via the Nice Work system to make your deferral, then please get in touch with our team by sending an email to info@nice-work.org.uk and we will be able to resend your booking confirmation with the link that you need.

Changing distance within the same race
Please note, if you are looking to change distance but remain in the same race on the same date, then please get in touch with us rather than self manage a deferral to a different race distance. We will be able to manage this change for you manually and, under these circumstances only, ensure that you are not incorrectly charged a deferral fee.

If you have any problems then please don't hesitate to let us know and we will be happy to help.

Question 26

Transfers to another runner

Accepted Answer

We are pleased to let you know that transfers to another runner are possible for this race.

Transfer Deadlines:
10:00 on the Friday before race day.

Transfer Costs:
A transfer to another runner can be made free of charge.

How to self-manage your transfer:
Transfers are something that the system allows you to self manage by working through the following steps:

1. Access your booking via the 'View Booking' link in your booking confirmation email.
2. Follow steps through to 'Manage Booking & 'Transfer to someone else' and you will be guided through managing this transfer by the system.
3. Once you have entered the new runner's email, a transfer notification will be sent to them and they will need to accept the place and enter their full details to complete the process.
4. If you have already received your race bib prior to the transfer taking place, you will need to ensure that you give this to the new runner.

If you have any problems then please don't hesitate to let us know and we will be happy to help.

Question 27

Refunds

Accepted Answer

We believe that our policies for deferrals and transfers is one of the most flexible
and generous amongst race organisers and, for that reason, we do not offer refunds
of race entry fees for illness, injury, or any other reason. In much the same way as
you would not expect a refund for a theatre ticket if you were unable to attend, we
are unable to offer refunds for race entries sold.