Springfield Striders

Question 1

is there parking

Accepted Answer

yes, please drive to the village hall, where marshalls will assist you. parkiung is on the sports field at the hall. please do not park in the village.

Question 2

is there a bag drop

Accepted Answer

no, but you are welcome to leave any bags in the village hall at your own risk.

Question 3

will there be any refreshments

Accepted Answer

yes, the Village Hall committee volunteers will be providing a range of food and drink. Cash and card payments are accepted

Question 4

do I have to be a member of a club

Accepted Answer

no, everyone is welcome. if you are an affiliated club member you get a discount on entry

Question 5

what is an affiliated entry

Accepted Answer

If you are a member of an England Athletics via your running club then you can get a race discount

Question 6

is there a maximum age

Accepted Answer

no, definetly not. We often have runners in thier 80's take part

Question 7

Where do I get my race number

Accepted Answer

Race numbers will be collected on the day prior to the start

Question 8

is the race chip timed

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 9

will results be posted on Power of 10

Accepted Answer

yes

Question 10

can I spectate

Accepted Answer

yes, the race has some great spots to watch from

Question 11

will there be a tail bike or tail runner

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 12

Can I run with a dog

Accepted Answer

No, as the route is on open roads it is not suitable to run with a dog.

Question 13

Can I run with a buggy or pram

Accepted Answer

No, as the route is on open roas it is not suitable to run with a buggy or pram

Question 14

Can I wear Headphones?

Accepted Answer

No, Under UK Athletics (UKA) rules, in-ear or over-ear headphones that block ambient sound are banned in races held on open roads. Bone conduction headphones are the only type permitted as they do not cover the ear canal. Using forbidden headphones wil lead to disqualification

Question 15

is there a minimum age for the half marathon?

Accepted Answer

Yes runners must be at least 17 years old on the day of the race

Springfield Striders - Pleshey & Essex Half Marathon

Springfield Striders - Pleshey & Essex Half Marathon

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