Q. Is there somewhere to park on the day?
A. There are a number of town centre car parks that will be open on the day of the event (NB charges apply). Please note, access to some town centre car parks will be restricted at certain times due to road closures on the route. Please check the full road closures document before travelling to the event.
Please do not park along the race route for your health and safety. Cars left on the race route when the road closures go in place will receive a fine.
Q. I don’t drive – can I get to the venue by public transport?
A. You can find all the information about public transport in Worcester by visiting the council website: Travel and Roads
Make sure to allow plenty of time to travel, factoring in potential delays to ensure you get to the start line in good time.
Q. When should I arrive?
A. If you have been sent your race number in the post, you don’t need to register on the day. Plan to assemble at the start 20 minutes before your race start time, wearing your race number on your front.
If you need to visit Race Information for any reason, or drop bags at our baggage facilities, please allow more time as the event site will be extremely busy.
Q. What time does the race start?
A. Please note, this is subject to change – keep an eye on the website and event emails in the run up to event day.
All participants should start lining up near the start approximately 20 minutes before the start of their race.
Juniors: 8:45am
10K: 9:15am
Half Marathon: 9:40am
Q. What if I forget my race number?
A. Please go to RACE INFORMATION on event day, no later than 45 minutes before the start of your race. We will be able to check your entry and issue you with an alternative race number.
Q. I need to collect my race number, where do I collect it from?
A. If your race number hasn’t arrived in the post, or you’ve already been told by us to come to Race Information, please come to see us NO LATER THAN 45 MINUTES before the start of your race. This is because there may be a queue and we want to ensure everyone has their number and the races are able to start on time.
Race Information is also open the day before the event, and we recommend coming to collect your number the day before if possible, to avoid stress and issues on the day.
Details of opening times and location of Race Information will be available in our digital Race Guide, emailed out to all participants.
Q. Roughly how long will it take to complete the course?
A. We would expect the majority of runners to complete the:
10k: 30 minutes – 1 hour 40 minutes
Half Marathon: 70 minutes – 3½ hours
Q. Does the course go on any public roads with traffic?
A. Yes the course does take you along public roads, but they will all be closed/segregated to traffic for the duration of the race.
Q. How will I know which way to go?
A. There will be course signage and marshals at all key junctions to ensure you don’t get lost.
Q. How difficult will the course be?
A. Take a look at the event information on the website which has a map of the route and a course description. The courses have been designed to be accomodating for everyone, so that whether you’re hoping for a PB or trying it for the first time, you’ll have a great experience!
Q. Do I have to run the course?
A. We advise participants to run /jog or combine that with fast walking because of the length of time it would take to walk the full course. Each run will have a back marker to ensure that all participants cross the finish line.
Q. When will I get my running time?
A. Your run will be chip-timed, and the results will be sent to you via text, plus the full results will be available on the website after the event. The timing chip will give you an accurate start and finish time, so there’s no rush to be first over the start line when the gun goes!
Q. Will there be any other activities available?
A. Yes there will be a range of activities and stalls from our event partners in the Event Village in Cattle Market Car Park. If you aren’t running, why not consider volunteering with us at the event?
You can cheer on your loved ones, and be part of the action as a marshal, handing out medals, or attending a water station. many people love to participate in our events as a volunteer, it’s the best way to spot runners and cheer them on when they need it most.
Email us at volunteerss@eventofthenorth.com to register your interest and we’ll welcome you to our volunteering team with open arms!
Q. Will there be any refreshments?
A. Water stations will be available throughout the route for all runners and each runner will be provided with water on completion of the course. Isotonic from our event partner, High 5 will also be available at water stations on the Half Marathon course.
In the Event Village, there will be food and drink stalls selling coffee, pastries, cakes and ice cream if the weather permits!
Plus, many of the city centre businesses will be open, potentially offering discounts for runners on the day – everything you need to refuel properly!
Q. What facilities will be available?
A. Toilets will be provided at the start/finish and at each water station on the route. Refreshments will also be available in the start/finish area for runners and spectators at a cost. Secure bag drop will be available for all runners. First aid and sports massage are located at the start/finish. Unfortunately we are unable to provide showers or changing facilities.
Q. What happens if it rains?
A. Some of the most successful events have happened in the rain. Our events will only be cancelled if there are severe weather conditions. Make sure you are suitably dressed for the event. If it is drizzling or cold in the morning bring a bin bag to wear which can easily be discarded at the start. It may not be a fashion choice, but will keep you warmer and dryer before you set off.
Q. I’m injured can’t run what should I do?
A. That’s such a shame! We are sorry you are missing our on the event. Please contact info@eventsofthenorth.com to inform us of your withdrawal.
Unfortunately, your entry fee is non-refundable, however there could be the possibility of deferring your entry to the following year, if you can show us an official letter from your doctor or physio. The deadline for medical deferrals is 4 weeks prior to the race date.
DO NOT PASS YOUR RACE NUMBER on to anyone else, it potentially puts them at a medical risk as we have no medical information or emergency contact details for them. For more information on our medical deferral policy, please read our blog: How To Defer Your Entry And Volunteer
Q. Can I give my place to someone else?
A. Absolutely not. For health and safety reasons we need to ensure that the event organiser has all the details of the runners on the day in case of a medical incident. Giving your number to someone else is also against UK Athletics rules, and we will disqualify anyone we catch running in someone else’s number.
There is a transfer window open until six weeks before the race day. You can transfer your place to someone else through your original registration link up until this date. Simply log into your dashboard via the confirmation email and follow the instructions to transfer to a new participant. They will receive an email from us asking them to complete their registration and pay a transfer fee. We don’t allow private transfers or resale of entries, even if it’s to someone you know.
