Race Information

Before the Start

Entry packs will be sent out roughly two weeks before the event
We will not cash your cheques until a couple of days before the packs are sent out
Please fill provide contact details and medical form on the back of your competitor race number.

The location of the car parks will be confirmed in your runner's pack
Please head for the Parish Hall in Swallowfield and follow the signs (or ask a marshal) from there. Please don't park in the Swallowfield Street as you'll be running along there later!

A bag store will be provided at Swallowfield Parish Hall. Please don't leave valuables in them

Do NOT attempt to run on the day if you are feeling under the weather – you may do yourself more harm than good
Please read the guidance on www.runnersmedicalresource.com website on how to prepare for an endurance event such as the 10K
If you are new to running, follow a training plan to prepare yourself for the day. Good advice on training and how to prepare for the event can be found on the Runners World website – www.runnersworld.co.uk
Make sure you have appropriate footwear suitable to running 10K. If in doubt, visit a good running store to seek advice
Wearing appropriate running kit will help to keep you comfortable, warm and dry if the weather is adverse. Again a good running store can advise.

All runners should be at Brookwood Nursery by 10:15am ready for a 10:30am start. The start will not be delayed for late arrivals
The 10K race will start first with the 3K following a couple of minutes afterwards
On crossing the finish line, all runners should move quickly away from the finish area
The presentations will be at 12:00

The route is gently undulating with a climb up Farley Hill
If you are not used to running regularly take it easy!
There are several tight turns, particularly where you cross the bridge near Swallowfield church. It will be well signposted and marshalled but please pay particular care here

Parts of the race will involve crossing the line of traffic to turn into another road. These points will be marshalled but all runners are reminded that they are responsible for their own safety . In addition, please be careful of traffic turning at junctions
The organisers will not be held responsible for any loss, personal injury or damage to any runner as a result of entering or participating in this event.

Water stations will be provided around the course. Information on their location will be available at the start of the race

It is each runners responsibility to take care of their own safety and welfare before, during, and after the event.
St John's Ambulance personnel will be on duty in case of need.
If you feel unwell during the event, please go the closest marshal on the course and seek assistance
If you are not an experienced athlete please don't sprint to the finish

We are very grateful to St. John’s for providing First Aid for our event
It you require the assistance of St. John’s or need to withdraw from the event, please see a marshal, who will assist you

The Swallowfield 10K and 3K Fun Run is entirely volunteer-run by 1st Swallowfield Scouts which is a charity. Please contact us if you would like be involved running the event [email protected]