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1.There is a new race village. This is now the bandstand area of Fairlands Valley Park (next to the parkrun start)
2.There is a brand new 10k route, flatter, faster and no roads!
3.There is also a 5k race
4. You have the choice to run either the 5k or 10k or both (please select when registering)
5. The 5k and 10k races wil have separate medals
6. A shirt is only included for the 10k race
7. Guaranteed course PB's for everyone!
8. New course records up for grabs
5k only £15 (medal)
10k only £24 (medal and shirt)
Both race combi - £35 (2 medals and 1 shirt) - to see the amazing medals please visit our facebook page and look down the posts (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553367480597)
£2 discount for affiliated running clubs
Race Headquarters
Race village is the bandstand area of Fairlands Valley Park (opposite the cafe) and on the grass area next to the Parkrun start.
8:55am 5k warm up starts by (TBA)
9:05am Call to start for 5k racers
9:15am 5k race starts
9:32am First racers expected back
10:15am Final racers and tail walkers expected back
10:15 Free childrens mini mile (please help us make this special by lining part of the route and cheering them on)
10k Race
10:45am 10k race warm up by (TBA)
10:55am Call to start
11:05am 10k race starts
11:35am First racers expected back
12:45pm Final racers and tail walkers expected back
TBA: Trophy presentation for 10k
The race will be run under an ARC permit and will have a certificate of course measurement ensuring that it is an accurate 5k and 10k distance.
Please allow enough time to collect your number from the registration area near the start if you didn’t collect it prior to race day. Please take advantage of the early collection service that has been set up for Saturday 13th September (see below). No numbers will be posted. Your timing chip will be attached to the back of your number. Please do not remove it, bend it or cover it with a jacket or you may not register a time. A list of entries and running numbers will be available on race day. Pin your number to the front of your running vest/top.
Saturday 13th September 9:00am to 12 midday Fairlands Valley Park Main Car Park. There will be a registration desk and Striders Flag in the car park
Sunday 14th September 8:00am to 09:50 am at the registration desk on the event village
We are trying to be as environmentally friendly as possible. Please try to car share where possible or, if you are local, leave the car at home and warm up to the race venue.
The main car park will be fairlands Valley Car Park: SG2 8UY. This car park is a 5 minute walk from race village. If you face the lake when parked in this car park, race village is on the opposite right hand side.
Additional parking can also be found at SG1 1NU. There is a 10 minute walk to the race village. With the main road behind you, leave the car park by heading into the park via the paths on the right hand side. Follow the path until you get to a crossing with a bridge on the right and a hill on the left. Cross the bridge and turn left, then follow that path (past a play area) and on to the village.
Additional parking can also be found at SG2 9BN. There is a 15-20 minute walk to the race village. With the main road behind you, leave the car park by the path that runs next to the woods (keeping the woods on your left). Follow this path for 1k, then turn right and then left under the underpass. Walk up the path opposite the underpass into the park. Race vollage is then on the left hand side of the lake.
Stevenage is on the main line between Kings Cross and Peterborough.
The bus station is around 400 metres from the railway station. SB6 or SB7 from Stop F or Stop C and get off at the Colestrete stop. From there, it's a short walk along Bedwell Crescent, Shephall View, and into the park which will enter at the village.
For the 5k the minimum age is 13 on race day.
For the 10k the minimum age is 16 years on the day of the race.
There will be mobile toilets available in the park from 07:30am in the car park next to the race village. There will no changing facilities.
PLEASE DO NOT USE THE TOILETS IN THE COFFEE SHOP.
A supervised baggage area will be available near to the start. There is a detachable baggage label at the bottom of your race number and safety pins are available at the baggage area. Please note that all kit storage is at the owner’s risk.
Please see the Stevenage Striders 10k page for rote details
Each kilometre will be clearly marked throughout the course. Race signs will also be positioned at regular intervals throughout the course directing runners where appropriate. Runners should proceed straight ahead on the route unless told to turn by one of the race marshals or one of the signs.
A water station will be provided on the 10k course at 2.5k/7.5k and at the finish
There is no time limit for the race as we believe all abilities should be encouraged to run. We will not stand down our course marshals until the last participant has passed.
Spectators are welcome around the course, please ask your friends and family to come and cheer you on!
If you suffer from a medical condition which may lead to an emergency during the race, please put a cross on the front of your number and write details of the medical condition on the reverse. Discuss any medical problems with your GP and do not run if you feel unwell or are recovering from an illness. Always warm up to avoid injury before exercise and start the race well hydrated. Avoid alcohol before the race. First Aiders will be on the course.
Runners can be accompanied with dogs or pushchairs, but not both. If you are running with your dog or pushchair please make sure you start at the back of the race start and take care with other runners on the course. The course is not suitable for wheelchair users.
The use of standard headphones are not permitted. However, headphones using bone conduction technology can be used. It is vital that runners are able to hear instructions given by our marshals at all times.
The race time clock will be at the finish line and all finishers will get a chip time (time from when you cross the start line to the finish line) and a gun time (time from the start gun to the finish). Race timing is organised by www.racesonline.uk.
Results will be available in real time and on this website. Finishers will receive an SMS and email with their times and finishing position.
To be confirmed but feel free to bring a picnic
Presentation of prizes will be made as soon as practicable once the award categories have been filled.
Trophies will be awarded to the first 3 male and female runners in the race, and then 1st place in the following categories - Men: Vet 40, 50, 60, 70+ Ladies: Vet 35, 45, 55, 65.
5k finishers will receive a medal
10k finishers will receive a medal and a t-shirt
In the event the race can’t be run due to circumstances beyond the control of the organisers, all proceeds, less costs incurred, will be donated to charity. There are no refunds or deferrals.
A significant donation from the proceeds of the race will be made to the designated local charities. 2025 charities will be announced soon
We are very grateful to our sponsors Menzies accountants, ASK Physio and Tollers Solicitors
Want to get involved in a running club in Stevenage? Stevenage Striders is FREE to join. Find out more at www.stevenagestridersrc.org.uk
See you on Sunday 14th!