Question 1

When and how do I pay the entry fee?

Accepted Answer

You can either pay the Entry Fee Online when you register, or you can select Offline Payment and we'll send you an invoice with details of how to pay by cheque, cash or bank transfer.
 
Please note, if you wish to pay by card when you register, please select the Pay by PayPal option. PayPal act as our vendor and will accept card payments, even if you do not have a PayPal account. This also applies to invoices we send you, there will be the option to pay by card via PayPal, but you do not need an account to do this.

Question 2

Can I have a team of less than 10?

Accepted Answer

Yes this is possible but you must be aware that no person may run two consecutive laps.

Question 3

Can I have a team of more than 10?

Accepted Answer

Normally, no. If there are special circumstances then please contact the Organisers who will endeavour to help.

Question 4

What surface is it run on?

Accepted Answer

The track is a hard surface and a part of the circuit is stoney.

Question 5

Can I bring my dog?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Broadlands have requested that all dogs are kept on a lead due to ground nesting birds in the area that we use. Please also “scoop the poop”.

Question 6

Can I run with my dog?

Accepted Answer

Sadly with over 1000 competitors it is not possible for safety reasons.

Question 7

How old do you have to be to enter?

Accepted Answer

We have had children running from the age of 8 but there is a Children’s Race at the end of the main race.

Question 8

What time does the Children’s Race start?

Accepted Answer

It begins after the Relay Marathon is over which is generally about 3.30pm.

Question 9

How far is it from the car park?

Accepted Answer

It is approximately 400 metres, but there is a small area where you can drop Gazebos and other team itrems off about 200 metres away.

Question 10

Is there disabled access?

Accepted Answer

Yes but we would ask you to get in touch with the Organisers if you require this and you will be given further details.

Question 11

May I bring a barbecue?

Accepted Answer

Yes you may but there is a barbecue at the event run by the Copythorne Scouts to raise funds for their charitable enterprises.

Question 12

May I bring a gazebo?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Please get in touch with the Organisers and you will be allocated a space within the Spectator area and given details on when to set it up.

Question 13

Is food, including vegetarian, available?"

Accepted Answer

The answer is yes to both these questions. Copythorne Scouts run a barbecue at the event.

Question 14

Are there disabled toilets?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 15

May we visit the House?

Accepted Answer

No the House is off limits. Spectators are requested to remain within the spectator area which is on the inside of the track.

Question 16

What time does it start?

Accepted Answer

The Race begins at 10.00am but team organiser should aim to arrive by about 8.45am.

Question 17

What time does it finish?

Accepted Answer

The Race should finish by 3.30pm. The childrens race lasts for around 15-20minutes after that time.

Question 18

Do I have to stay all day?

Accepted Answer

You do not have to stay all day but team members should make sure that they arrive in plenty of time for their slot in the race.

Question 19

Is there any entertainment for kids?

Accepted Answer

Yes there is. We provide free entertainment including a clown and face painting, but do ask that families supervise children throughout the day.

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