FAQ's

When do I get my final race information?

Approximately 2 weeks before the race we email all registered participants with the final race information. This has everything you need to know, such as; how to get your race number, parking, EVENT village location, facilities, route map, water station location on the course, spectator information plus all safty and security details.

We also add information on our race page as well.

What is the minimum age to take part?

Under England Athletics rules, the minimum age to take part in our events, on race day, is as follows:

5K road races – 11yrs

10K road races – 15yrs

Half Marathon – 17yrs

Marathon – 18yrs

There is no maximum age limit.

Do you have chip timing?

The race will be electronically chip timed provided by leading company. A manual timing system will also be in operation for back up reasons. Upon completion of the event you will receive a text message with your time.

All race positions are decided on gun times (this being the time from the start of the race to the time you cross the finishing line) however chip times (this records the time taken from when you cross the start line to when you cross the finish line) will also be displayed. In the event of a prize winner having a faster gun time to chip time then the gun time would take precedence. We will display chip and gun times on the official results.

Do you have elite entries?

Yes, please see our Elite Entry criteria page

Why is there a booking fee?

We work with a third party company who provide all the entry systems to ensure we have the best possible checkout and entry experience. This includes the ability to transfer your entry free of charge. We cover some of this cost through the booking fee.

Do you provide water?

We provide water at around 5K (10K events) and at the finish (all events).  you are welcome to take your own should you wish,

Is the course accurate?

Yes, all our events are. As the event is staged under UKA licence the course is accurate and has a UKA Course Measure Certificate confirming the accuracy of the course.

FAQ's

How will I get my race number?

Race numbers are available for advanced collection from our stores in Southport or Liverpool, in the weeks leading up to the race. Please check our social media and emails from us to notify participants when they have arrived with us (normally 2-3 weeks before the event).

If you are unable to collect your number in advance, you can collect on the day from Event Village from 7:30am-8:30am for Sunday morning races, and 4:45pm-5:30pm for evening races.

unfortunately we cannot reissue/ reprint any race numbers that has been collected in advanced by the participant if they are damaged or loss

Do you have medals and T-Shirts?

finisher T-shirts are optional extras for an additional fee when registering for the race.

Medals are available and included in our entry price for the races:

Is there a bag drop?

Yes! We have a dedicated bag drop area where our volunteers can accept a small bag (we are unable to accept loose items such as keys/coats/phones or any valubale ). Whilst we take every care possible of your belongings we cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage.

Do you have pacers?

Yes we do! From 35 mins – 70 mins, in 2.30 min increments, plus 75 and 80 min as well as Tail walkers.

Our pacers are all volunteers who are running at a set pace to help you achieve a specific finish time. They gather at Event Village about 1-hour before the race to get prepared, they wear a feather flag attached to a backpack so you can’t miss them (if we have more than 1 person per time slot the second pacer has a paddle to hold in the air). Do go over and introduce yourself and ask for any tips about sticking with them during the race.

I can no longer take part, what are my options?

Unfortunately due to the substantial costs in staging an event we cannot defer entries. Although we provide a transfer system via our event entry partner. Either log into your race booking account and find your race entry, click the transfer button OR find your original confirmation email, click the “transfer” button and follow the steps. The new runner will need to accept the place and enter their details in full, otherwise the place will not fully transfer. Any exchange of payment must be done between the two participants.

What time should I arrive?

Competitors should arrive approximately one hour before the start of the race. Surrounding roads, which form part of the course, will be closed to traffic before the race starts. Please bear this in mind and allow extra time when travelling. You can find details of road closures on our website and in your race information booklet – which is emailed out approximately 2 weeks before the day.

Is there a cut off time? Can I walk part of the way?

10K events: As a general guide we suggest being able to complete the course in under 1hr 45 mins (one hour and forty five minutes) – whether that is a mix of run/jog/walking. This is to help comply with the local council’s requests and to reduce as much disruption to residents and passing traffic as possible with road closures.

Track Races: As general guide we suggest being able to complete the course in under one hour, due to the race being held in the evening and losing day light if longer than 1-hour.