Dulwich Park Runners 40th Anniversary 5 mile race

Question 1

How do I receive my race number?

Accepted Answer

You pick up your number on the day. Registration opens at 8.15am and closes strictly at 9.10am. The race starts at 9.30am. Please bring safety pins.

Question 2

Where does the race start and where is the race hub?

Accepted Answer

The race hub and start is near the children's playground area in Dulwich Park. The entries to the park nearest the start are the Queen Mary and Rosebery Gates on the south circular which runs along the southern edge of the park. There is no car parking in this area. If entering the park by the main gate near the Dulwich Picture Gallery, walk straight ahead for approximately 100 meres and then turn right along the carriage way and follow it round for approximately 400 metres to the start

Question 3

Where are WCs located?

Accepted Answer

There are public WCs between the race hub and the cafe in the centre of the park. There are also WCs in the cafe. There are also WCs at the main College Road entrance to the park. The main gate to the park is opposite Dulwich Picture Gallery. After you enter the park from the main gate, turn left just before you join the main carriageway which encircles the park. The WCs are about 50 metres up the path. These tend to be less busy than the other WCs. If these are busy there is another WC in the Francis Peeke centre which is a bit further along, next to the car park

Question 4

How do I get to the event?

Accepted Answer

We strongly urge you to walk, cycle or use public transport . There is limited car parking in the park and you have to pay. Rail - 10 minute walks from West Dulwich station (on the line to and from London Victoria) or from North Dulwich station (on the line to and from London Bridge). The park is about a 20-minute walk from Herne Hill station. From these stations you enter the park by the main gate in College Road Bus - P4 (to the main gate in College Road) or the P13 (to the Queen Mary Gate on Dulwich Common-the south circular). Plus several buses that go up and down Lordship Lane. Alight at Dulwich library followed by a short walk to the Court Lane entrance to the park.

Question 5

Is the race chip timed?

Accepted Answer

No. We want to make the event accessible to all and keep the entry fee low. The maximum number of runners is 500. Your time will be recorded at the end of the race by matching it with your race number. Results will be published shortly after the event

Question 6

Is the course officially measured?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We have had the route officially measured. It is a relatively fast course and ideal for a PB although there is a short hill on one section of the course, tackled twice. (matched by corresponding downhills!)

Question 7

What is the minimum age for entry?

Accepted Answer

Participants in the 5 mile event must be 18 or over on the 5th October 2024. There is a junior one mile race after the main event for under 18s.

Question 8

Tell me about the one-mile event for youngsters under 18?

Accepted Answer

The one mile event for under 18s starts shortly after 11.00 am near the race hub. Registration is on the day only, no advance booking. Registration closes at 10.30am. A parent must register their child. The route is one lap around the park and at times not within sight of the race hub. There will be marshals around the route but parents can of course run the event with their child if they wish. (They do not need to register themselves to do this)

Question 9

Is there a water station on the route?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you will pass the water station twice. The first time is after two miles; the second time is after about three and a half miles. There is no water station on the one mile route for youngsters.

Question 10

When do online entries close?

Accepted Answer

Online entries close at 13.00pm on Saturday 4th October. You can enter on the day but please arrive before 8.45am to do so. The online entry fee is £5.00 Entries on the day are £10.00 (card payment preferable)

Question 11

Can I run with a buggie or with a dog? And wear ear/headphones

Accepted Answer

No. Our licence does not permit this. One section of the course is along a relatively narrow pavement next to a main road so is not suitable for buggies or dogs. No headphones or ear phones please unless of the bone conductor type

Question 12

I have a question not covered by the FAQs!

Accepted Answer

Please email: membership@dulwichparkrunners.com

Dulwich Park Runners

Dulwich Park Runners 40th Anniversary 5 mile race

Dulwich Park Runners 40th Anniversary 5 mile race

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