Felsted 10k

Question 1

Race Location

Accepted Answer

Felsted School, Felsted, CM6 3LL

Question 2

Race HQ

Accepted Answer

The Race HQ will be located on the school field unless the weather is inclement in which case HQ will be located inside the school gym.

Please look out for signage and happy runners!

Question 3

Timings / Race Day Schedule

Accepted Answer

Race HQ & Registration opens: 08:30
Race Number Collection: 08:30 - 09:40
Race Director's Safety Briefing: 09:50
Race Start: 10:00

Question 4

Bag Drop

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, there will be no baggage drop at this race.

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 will be available on the school event field with overflow parking provided at the nearby equestrian centre.

Please look out for signage and listen to instructions given by the marshals who will be on site to direct you.

Question 7

Toilets

Accepted Answer

Portaloos will be available at Race HQ.
W3W location: quiz.insolvent.pinks

Please note, the school facilities will not be available to runners.

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

Kit & footwear

Accepted Answer

We recommend your favourite road shoes for this event as most of the event takes place on the road.

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

Question 10

Course, Terrain, Route Signage & Marshals

Accepted Answer

You can view and download the route GPX at:
https://www.nice-work.org.uk/e/felsted-10k-14657/route-maps

Course
The slightly new and improved route will take you through Felsted and some of the surrounding villages and hamlets, along quiet country roads, making for a scenic run, before finishing with a lap of the Felsted school field.

Other route users
This race takes place on open roads. These are mostly quiet, country roads with the rist 100 - 200 metres on grass. 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.

Your route & 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

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 13

Medals & Prizes

Accepted Answer

All finishers will receive a bespoke race day medal.
In addition, we are pleased to be awarding the following prizes:

Bespoke medal
Trophies & prizes for leading runners
Trophies for leading male & female vet cats (age cats 40 - 80)
Trophies for first male & female teams (3 to score)

Question 14

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 15

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 16

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:

10k: 15 years or over

Question 17

Running with a buggy

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, this race is not suitable for running with a buggy.

Question 18

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 19

Race Organiser

Accepted Answer

This race is organised and hosted by the Grange Farm & Dunmow Runners.
The club has been welcoming new runners of all abilities for over 30 years and the Felsted 10k is one their wonderful club races. Find out more about this super running club by clicking on the link below.
https://www.grangefarmdunmowrunners.co.uk/felsted-10k

Entry management & timing are provided by Nice Work.
You can get in touch with the race organiser by sending an email to:
info@nice-work.org.uk

Question 20

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 21

Deferrals

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, this race does not support deferrals.

Question 22

Transfers

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 23

Refunds

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, 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.

Question 24

Directions

Accepted Answer

By Car: the best way to reach the venue is by car - enter the postcode CM6 3LL into your SatNav.

By Train: the nearest train station is Braintree.

By Bus: the 333 bus stop is just a few minutes walk away from the race venue with buses running hourly (please ensure you check schedules when planning your journey).

Question 25

Race Start & Finish

Accepted Answer

The race starts on the road outside the Felsted gym and finishes next to the hockey pitch.
Start, W3W Location: unusually.eruptions.outs
Finish W3W Location: insert.croaking.totals

Question 26

Refreshments

Accepted Answer

There will be refreshments available to purchase after the race including hot food, cold drinks, hot drinks and ice cream... remember to bring your cash!

Question 27

Water Stations

Accepted Answer

There will be a water station at circa the 5k mark and also on the finish line.

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 28

On The Day Entries

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, we will not be offering on the day entries for this race.

Grange Farm & Dunmow Runners

Felsted 10k

Felsted 10k

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