Dear Competitor

Welcome to Kimbolton Half Marathon Race Brief. Please take the time to read and understand the following Pre race Brief. I know you have probably read hundreds of these, but it is important that you understand our requirements and that are required by the governing bodies.

RACE STARTS TIMES

*Fun Run 09:00am Start*
*Half Marathon 10:00am Start*

  The weather seems as though it could be kind to you with light winds but as with all British weather this is subject to change.
See the predicted forecast HERE

Age: Minimum age of competitors is 17 on the day.

Parking: Open from 07:30 am. It will be in the School grounds. Please follow signs and marshal instructions.

MAIN REGISTRATION

RACE DAY COLLECTION

Open from 08:00am In the Large marques situated at the bottom of the Mall, follow the signs from the car parks, here you will collect your running number. Your timing chip will already be attached to the number please do not bend, fold or put pins through chip, please remember to wear your race number,

NO RACE NUMBER = NO TIME

Registration for the main race will close promptly at 09:30am, so ensure you leave in plenty of time and please understand there are 800 other athletes and fun runners also registering, so please dont leave it till the last minute.

VERY IMPORTANT: If you arrive after 09:30am you will not be able to register.

Please note: Nothing will be posted to you; registration is on the day only. Please ensure you arrive in plenty of time to register and prepare yourselves (The race will start at 10:00am with or without you).

HALF MARATHON COURSE

Follows an undulating but scenic all road route, which passes through Tilbrook, Upper Dean, Risley and Swinshead before heading back to Kimbolton.Be advised this is not a traffic free route. Take care! You must run on the left at all times, it is mandatory that you stay in the left hand carraigeway at all times, anyone seen crossing the white lines will be disqualified, there are officials on bikes checking this for us, you have been warned! No headphones are permitted during this race unless UKA permitted bone conductors.

Water Stations: Are situated at approximately 3 miles, 6.5 miles, 9 miles and at the finish. (These are all water bottles only with the lids removed.)

Personal Race Fluid and Nutrition: If you carry and use gels or other types of nutrition while running. Please discard the wrappers at the water stations, or the bottle dump bags after each water station. If you can carry it full, you can carry it empty.

Sorry, but anyone caught discarding litter outside the drop zones will be disqualified and their results removed. (Please respect the countryside and do your bit for the enviroment)

FIRST AID

Nicetri and Medical services Ltd will be providing first aid cover for the event. If you are injured or witness a fellow competitor getting injured please alert the nearest marshal who will call for assistance, there are marshals out on the course whom are first aid trained. If another athlete becomes seriously ill please do you best to help. There will be a medical station at 6 miles on route and at the start and finish. (Please ensure you complete your  medical & contact information on the back of your race number.) On the back on the number is a contact number for the race director. Should an emergency arise ring this number, we will them  liase with medical teams on course to come to your location.

MAIN RACE PRIZES

Medal to all Finishers
Awards:

£100 CASH PRIZE FOR FIRST MALE AND FEMALE HOME (Half Marathon only)

• 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male/Female Finisher
• First Male Vet 40,50,60,70+
• First Female Vet 35,45,55,65+
• First Male Club Team of 3
• First Female Club Team of 3

One prize only, with exception of team award

Main Presentation: When the last runner has finished or 12.30pm outside the registration tents. If you want your prize please stay or arrange for some to collect in your absence.

FINISH AREA

At the finish you will find refreshments and you will be given your well deserved finishers medal.

If you require a post race massge. Alan and his team from Sports Massage & Soft Tissue Therpay – for the St.Neots Area will be in the finish area to sooth thoses tired muscles.

RESULTS
All race results will be live to the internet as you cross the finish line so spectators/family can see your results instantly on their mobile devices. (www.chiptimingsolutions.com)

FINISH PHOTOS

Will be available for FREE you can download from our Facebook page, All we ask is that you like our page and share as much with your friends as you can. please leave us reviews as it helps us improve the events we bring to you.

SPECTATORS

The start and finish will be well marshaled and cordoned for your safety. please don’t climb on the barriers.

PLEASE DO NOT PARK ON THE COURSE OR GRASS VERGES 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Toilets & Changing:
Toilet facilities are available at the registration and start/finish area.

Baggage storage will be available if required. Your baggage tag can be collected from regsitration. Use this facility at your own risk we accept no responsibility for loss or damage however so caused.

Refreshments: available at registration and after the race.

The race will be run according to the UKA rules. Anyone breaking the rules will be penalised and may be disqualified..

The race referee’s / race directors decision is final. Please refresh yourself with our T&C’s before racing Click HERE

We at Nicetri Events hope you all have a great day and achieve your goals.

THANK YOU, ENJOY YOUR DAY.

POST RACE INFORMATION

Kimbolton Half Marathon is a runbritain-licensed event and therefore your time is included in calculating your free runbritain handicap score. More than 50,000 runners of all standards have now claimed their runbritain handicap score. As well as giving you a current score, between scratch and 36, your free personalised running blog page includes your current national ranking, your position on the national ladder, your progress graph, your strongest distance, a head-to-head comparison with other runners and downloadable training schedules to improve your score next time you race. Your handicap score also updates automatically every time you complete a licensed event. To claim your score now, click http://www.runbritainrankings.com/user/claimhandicap.aspx

ONSITE SHOPS

Athlete in Mind will be on site with race apparel including trainers, clothing and accessories.

Company Number:08584032
VAT ID: 199240575
Director: Keith RitchieNicetri Events Ltd
1 Enterprise Court Ambuscade Road
Colmworth Business Park;
Eaton Socon;
St.Neots;
PE19 8YU

Dear Competitor,

Welcome to Kimbolton “Fun Run” Race Brief. Please take the time to read and understand the following Pre race Brief. I know you have probably read hundreds of these, but it is important that you understand our requirements and that which are required by the governing bodies.

DETAILS

Date: 19th August 2018
Course: Multi terrain 2.7km

Course: CLICK HERE TO VIEW

Venue: Kimbolton Castle, Kimbolton, Cambridgeshire, PE28 0EA VIEW ON GOOGLE MAPS

RACE STARTS TIMES

*Fun Run 09:00am Start*

The weather seems as though it could be kind to you with a dry start and a tad chilly with light winds but as with all British weather this is subject to change.
See the predicted forecast HERE

Online entries and transfers are now closed. (There will be limited entries on the day of the race.)

Age: No minimum age of competitor. But all u5’s must be accompanied by an adult.

Parking: Open from 07:30 am. It will be in the School grounds Please follow signs and marshal instructions.

MAIN REGISTRATION

RACE DAY COLLECTION

Open from 08:00am In the Large marques in the mall, follow the signs from the car parks, here you will collect your running number. Your timing chip will already be attached to the number please do not bend, fold or put pins through chip, please remember to wear your race number,

NO RACE NUMBER = NO TIME

Registration for the race will close promptly at 08:45 am, so ensure you leave in plenty of

VERY IMPORTANT: If you arrive after 08:45 am you will not be able to register.

Please note: Nothing will be posted to you; registration is on the day only. Please ensure you arrive in plenty of time to register and prepare yourselves (The race will start at 09.00 am with or without you).

Fun Run Prizes
Medal to all Finishers.
No age group prizes

FINISH AREA

At the finish you will find refreshments and you will be given your well-deserved finishers medal.

RESULTS
All race results will be live to the internet as you cross the finish line so spectators/family can see your results instantly on their mobile devices. (www.chiptimingsolutions.com)

FINISH PHOTOS

Will be available for FREE you can download from our Facebook page,All we ask is that you like our page and share as much with your friends as you can. please leave us reviews as it helps us improve the events we bring to you.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Toilets & Changing:
Toilet facilities are available at the registration and start/finish area.

Baggage storage will be available if required. Collect your tag at registration.
Although the start/finish is a 2min walk from the car park, please use your car for changing and storage.  Use these facilities at your own risk we accept no responsibility for lose or damage however so caused.

Refreshments: available at registration and after the race.

The race will be run according to the UKA rules. Anyone breaking the rules will be penalised and may be disqualified..

The race referee’s / race directors’ decision is final. Please refresh yourself with our T&C’s before racing Click HERE

We at Nicetri Events hope you all have a great day and achieve your goals.

THANK YOU, ENJOY YOUR DAY.

ONSITE SHOPS

Athlete in Mind  will be on site with race apparel including trainers, clothing and accessories.

Company Number:08584032
VAT ID: 199240575
Director: Keith RitchieNicetri Events Ltd
1 Enterprise Court Ambuscade Road
Colmworth Business Park;
Eaton Socon;
St.Neots;
PE19 8YU