The Maypole Project Chislehurst Half Marathon

Name: The Maypole Project Chislehurst Half Marathon
Start: 2027-05-16T09:00:00+00:00
End: 2027-05-16T09:00:00+00:00
Location: Glebe Football Club, Foxbury Avenue, Chislehurst, BR7 6SD
Rating: 4.6

Question 1

Race Location

Accepted Answer

Glebe Football Club, Foxbury Avenue, Chislehurst, BR7 6SD

Question 2

Race HQ

Accepted Answer

Race HQ will be located at the football club.
Look out for race signage and happy runners.

Question 3

Timings / Race Day Schedule

Accepted Answer

Race HQ & Registration opens: 08:00
Race Director's Briefing on the start line: 09:50
Race Start: 10:00

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

There will be parking available at The Glebe Football Club, this may fill up quickly so additional parking will be on Old Perry Street which is the road opposite and to the left of Foxbury Avenue, or park on Beaverwood Road. Please do be considerate of local residents.

Question 7

Toilets

Accepted Answer

Toilets will be available at Race HQ (Glebe Football Club)
Please note, there will be no toilets available 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

Course, Terrain, Route Signage & Marshals

Accepted Answer

You can view and download the course GPX at:
https://www.nice-work.org.uk/e/the-maypole-project-chislehurst-half-marathon-12399/route-maps

About the course
Please take some time to study the route map as it crosses over itself a number of times. There are no closed roads so please race with care and be aware of traffic on the road and pavement sections.

The Terrain
The route starts on pavement and moves onto track and trail after approximately 2km.The majority of the race takes place on trail so if the weather has been inclement during the days leading up to race day, you can expect mud rather than baked ground.

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.

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 10

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 11

Race Number

Accepted Answer

Please do not race without an official race number as, for H&S reasons, we need to know exactly who is on the course and you will not receive an official time without one.

Your race number must be worn on the front of your shirt and not on your legs or back otherwise you may not receive an accurate time. Please make sure that you do not damage the chip as this will also impact your recorded race time.

Please remember to complete your medical information on the reverse of your number before you race. This is a life-saving racing requirement for your own safety.

Question 12

Kit & Footwear

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

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 14

Water Stations

Accepted Answer

There will be a water station on the finish line and one on the course, which runners will visit three times during the course of their race.

Whilst we will ensure that our water stations are well supplied, runners should ensure that they are fully hydrated and we recommend that you carry your own water.

Question 15

Medals & Prizes

Accepted Answer

There will be a lovely bespoke medal awarded to all finishers.
In addition, we are delighted to be awarding prizes to leading runners.
Please listen for announcements from your Race Director.

Question 16

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 17

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

Question 18

Running with a buggy

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, due to this race taking place on trails, this race is not suitable for running with a buggy.

Question 19

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 20

Race Organiser

Accepted Answer

This race is hosted and organised by The Maypole Project:
https://www.themaypoleproject.co.uk/

Timing and entry management is supplied by Nice Work.

About The Maypole Project:
The Maypole Project provides unique psychological support to families affected by the life-shattering & stressful situation of a young family member being diagnosed or living with a complex illness or disability. They are a local charity, supporting over 1,000 families across Kent & South of London. The Maypole Project provides family centered emotional support, where a child/young person has been diagnosed with a complex medical need between 0 and 18yrs. Families can receive support from the moment of their child or young person’s diagnosis (or unnamed condition), including antenatal period. They support the whole family including siblings, the ill/disabled child/young person, parents, and grandparents. And, they promise to stay alongside families for as long as is needed, tailoring support to each family’s individual needs at home, school, hospice or hospital.

To make a donation:
https://www.nice-work.org.uk/e/the-maypole-project-chislehurst-half-marathon-12399/charities

Question 21

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 22

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.

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

Question 23

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 24

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.

Question 25

Merchandise

Accepted Answer

You can view the available merch by clicking on the 'merchandise' tab above.

Alternatively, you can visit:
https://www.nice-work.org.uk/e/the-maypole-project-chislehurst-half-marathon-12399/products

Question 26

Donations to The Maypole Project

Accepted Answer

This race is a fundraising event for a very special charity, The Maypole Project

Donations:
You can donate to The Maypole Project at the following link... https://www.nice-work.org.uk/e/the-maypole-project-chislehurst-half-marathon-12399/charities

Question 27

Refreshments

Accepted Answer

To help keep you going throughout the day, there will be a burger van on The Glebe.

Question 28

Photographs

Accepted Answer

Free photographs of race day will be available to view on The Maypole Project Facebook page.

The Maypole Project

The Maypole Project Chislehurst Half Marathon

The Maypole Project Chislehurst Half Marathon

Organiser Details

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