Run Norwich 2022 Race Magazine

Welcome back, Norwich

We wrote this introduction for what we assumed would be the triumphant return of Run Norwich in July. As we know now it wasn’t to be - we took the decision to postpone the race in response to an Amber weather warning and the potential implications to the health of runners, spectators, and volunteers, as well as the knock-on effect to the NHS. Thank you, once again, to the overwhelming majority who understood our decision. We hope that this time the show will finally go on and we can deliver a safe and memorable race. Good luck, everyone.

It’s

been three years since we last did this, and it’s safe to say we’ve dearly missed our favourite day of the year and all of you.

Since we last saw each other in person, we sold out, we postponed, we cancelled, we opted for a later date, we cancelled, and then we sold out again. Through it all we felt your support and understanding, even when our entry process for this year’s race hit a lastminute technical hurdle.

In isolation, Run Norwich is just a race and we’ve all sacrificed far more in the last two and half years, but its return will bring a lot of joy and some important impact in our community.

In case you aren’t familiar with us, we are the Norwich City Community Sports Foundation, the charity of Norwich City Football Club. We work to drive inclusion for people with disabilities, boost mental health and wellbeing, and help disadvantaged people to reach their potential.

Each year, once the substantial costs of organising and improving Run Norwich have been met, anything left is used to sustain and grow the charity’s work. Our main sources of income for Run Norwich are entry fees and sponsorship and therefore it’s time to say a thank you or two.

When we eventually cancelled in 2020, we were too far down the line to recover many costs and appealed to entrants to waive their right to a refund. The response was incredible, and thousands of people left their money with us. Those generous souls are recognised both in our Race Hero wall at the Expo, and on their running numbers. We said at the time we would never forget that

support, and we honestly never will.

This year once again we have a terrific group of sponsors, headlined by Aviva, who are crucial to the race. We thank them all for their support because Run Norwich would not be possible on a grand scale without them.

We have 12 official charities with runners in this year’s race, while many of our general entrants use Run Norwich to fundraise for another cause close to their hearts. It means so much to us that Run Norwich can be used as such a platform for good, and we love to hear your stories in our post-race survey.

Then there’s the direct impact on all of you taking part.

Sport is a powerful tool for boosting physical and mental wellbeing, and we hope Run Norwich can be a catalyst for anyone looking to improve those areas of their life.

There are, for example, over 1,500 of you lining up to complete a 10k for the very first time, on Sunday. There must be some fitness or personal journeys to tell us about in there somewhere, so again please don’t be shy when that survey drops into your inbox.

We encourage you to bring as many people to watch as possible on Sunday, and we would love for you to join us in the race village afterwards to relax and soak up the post-race atmosphere.

All the information you need as an entrant is contained in this pack, so please have a good read to avoid any race day stress.

Good luck, and we’ll see you bright and early on Sunday morning for the long-awaited return of Run Norwich to our beautiful city.

It’s going to be emotional.

Nationalities represented

Smith

The most popular surname from this year’s entrants (118) - that’s more than double the second most common surname Jones!

3,225 entrants will have 'Race Hero' marked on their running number - they so kindly waived their entry fee back in 2020 to help support the future of the race and charity organisers the Community Sports Foundation

447 entrants have run every race since we began. Keep an eye out for a star on their running number!

That’s how many Norwich Road Runners, our most represented running club, have entered this year

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RACE DAY GUIDE

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GETTING TO THE RACE

We recommend getting into the city with lots of time to spare. If possible, we advise runners to walk or cycle into the city centre or use the special race day Park n’ Ride service. Some roads will be closed from 7am due to the event, and there will be parking restrictions in the city centre area. For maps and information about road closures and parking restrictions, please visit runnorwich.co.uk

St. Giles

St. Andrews

Opens: Max. capacity: Walk to start line: Restrictions:

24 hrs 1084 5 mins -

Opens: Max. capacity: Walk to start line: Restrictions:

07.00am 330 3 mins Restricted access between 09.45 & 11.30

Start

Race Village

Chantry Place (formerly intu Chapelfield)

Opens: Max. capacity: Walk to start line: Restrictions:

07.00am 1000 5 mins No access between 09.00 & 10.15

CYCLING

Why not help cut down on traffic congestion and air pollution by cycling into Norwich on race day? Bike share scheme Beryl bikes offer over 600 manual and electricassist bikes throughout Norwich city centre and surrounding areas. Stating the obvious here, but please ensure you don’t leave bikes on the race route!

View the Norwich City Council’s Cycle Map here.

There will be changes to bus times and routes while the race is on. For full information, please visit the website of the relevant provider.

First

Castle Quarter

Opens:

Max. capacity: Walk to start line: Restrictions:

06.00am 791 5 mins

No access between 09.00 & 10.30

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St. Stephens

Opens: Max. capacity: Walk to start line: Restrictions:

John Lewis

Opens: Max. capacity: Walk to start line: Restrictions:

Rose Lane

Opens: Max. capacity: Walk to start line: Restrictions:

07.30am 650 7 mins -

24 hrs 595 11 mins No access between 09.00 & 10.45

PARK N’ RIDE

Special Park and Ride services will be inoperation for Airport and Thickthorn sites.

Due to road closures, Airport P&R will operate to/from a temporary bus stop in Duke Street (near Premier Inn) and Thickthorn P&R will operate to/from Norwich Bus Station.

06.30am 260 9 mins

Full details including times and prices available at www.konectbus.co.uk

TAXIS

The taxi rank on Gaol Hill will operate as per usual, while the rank usually located in Tombland will be closed between 8am and 12pm.

CAR PARKING

For runners and spectators that wish to park a vehicle in the city centre on raceday, we have listed a few options on the map above.

The Forum car park is closed, as it is reserved for race volunteers. For more information on parking, please visit www.norwich.gov.uk

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RACE DAY INFORMATION

YOUR RUNNING NUMBER

Your running number has a coloured background based on your predicted finish time. This indicates which pen you’ll start the race in (see maps on page 16 and 17).

Should you lose your bib before race day this can be replaced – please contact us as soon as possible. If you misplace these items on race day itself, please come to our help desk located inside The Forum as early as possible on race morning.

If you are unable to run, your race number must not be transferred to another runner under any circumstances. Anyone found wearing a number other than their own will be disqualified.

TIMING CHIP

Your timing chip is affixed to the reverse of your race number. This chip will automatically record your race time, from the time you cross the start line to the time you pass the finish line.

Important

Please take care not to fold your chip or pierce it with your safety pins when attaching it to your cloth ing. Please don’t attempt to remove the chip or its foam backing from your race num ber for any reason as this could damage your chip and affect your finish time.

BAGGAGE DROP OFFF

We will have baggage trailers at the Race Village in Chapelfield Gardens, where you can leave your belongings. The baggage areas will be open from 8am to 12pm and will be coded in accordance with the colour of your race number.

Please affix your baggage label firmly to your bag. Afterwards, you must present your race number to reclaim your bag – no race number, no return. You store your belongings with us entirely at your own risk, so please do not leave any valuable items in your bag.

STARTING PENS

Once you have dropped your baggage off, head towards your starting pen as indicated by the colour on your race number. The pens start on Theatre Street near the Theatre Royal and continue across Millennium Plain and up Bethel Street. Please note your starting pen before arriving at the race so you go in the correct direction.

All starting pens will open at 8.30am (see the map on page 16 for reference). Should you wish to run with a friend from a different pen, you may do so by dropping down to their pen. However, you may not join a colour pen ahead of your own.

Remember that your timing device on your race bib will give you an accurate time regardless of which wave you are in. The results will be arranged by this chip time.

RUN NORWICH RACE ROUTE 2022 WATCH NOW

THE START

The race will start promptly at 9.30am. After the black pen has started, each colour pen will be set off in 4-minute waves to manage congestion on the race route. Those in the last colour pen, pink, will therefore start the race at roughly 9:46am.

THE ROUTE

Run Norwich takes place in the heart of Norwich’s historic city centre. The route will pass some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including Norwich Castle, The Forum, Norwich Cathedral, Norwich City FC’s Carrow Road and many more.

All race roads will be closed to traffic while the race is in progress. The course will be clearly marked at every kilometre. Water stations, toilets and first aid areas will be located at various intervals on the route.

ROUTE CHANGE

For those that have run with us before, you’ll notice this year’s route has been slightly amended.

The start, formerly positioned on Gentleman’s Walk, is now outside the Theatre Royal building. The distance lost with the move

is made up with a section of new course that takes in Surrey Street, All Saints Green and Westlegate. This will take runners past Aviva’s historic Surrey House building, the bus station and department store John Lewis, before rejoining the familiar route at Red Lion Street.

FIRST AID & WATER STATIONS

There are three First Aid points and water stations on the route:

Carrow Road Norwich Cathedral Finish Line

Please ensure you stay wellhydrated throughout your run.

A full medical team and pre-race water will also be present at the Race Village.

HEADPHONES

The use of devices with headphones or earbuds is prohibited while racing, however we allow the use of bone conduction devices, as these allow runners to hear instructions from marshals and be aware of surroundings.

MARSHALS

Our marshals are in place to ensure the safety of runners and spectators alike, please be patient and follow their instructions.

SPECTATING

Run Norwich is an ideal course for spectators. For information on the best viewing points to watch the race, please visit: runnorwich.co.uk

OFFICIAL RACE

Key Race

Start

Kilometre markers

Spectator

Baggage storage

Toilets

First Aid Water

information

Landmarks

City Hall

The Guildhall

The Forum Assembly House

St John’s

The Castle Dragon Hall

Norwich City Football Club

The Great Hospital Norwich Cathedral

St. James Mill

FINISHING THE RACE

CROSSING THE LINE

T he finish line is located on St Peters Street in front of the iconic City Hall. Once you have finished, we will direct you along St Giles Street where you will pass a water station, collect your Run Norwich 2022 medal, a banana and a well-deserved goody bag. This area is reserved for runners only. Our marshals will direct you along St Giles Street to exit this secure area. We recommend arranging to meet your friends and family in the Race Village.

RACE VILLAGE

The Race Village is situated in Chapelfield Gardens and will be the hub of post-race activity for the day. There will be entertainment, food vendors and more…

Race supporters Woodforde’s have kindly supplied a free 440ml can of Wherry for every runner. Please present the voucher that can be found in your goody bag (over-18s only)

RESULTS

S earchable results for the race will be uploaded on the Run Norwich website as soon as they are ready. This will usually be within a few hours of the race.

PHOTOS

T he Epic Action Imagery team will be located at various points on the race route to catch you in action while you complete the course, so make sure you smile for the cameras! Make sure your bib is visible on your front. If it’s covered up in any way, or placed elsewhere, it will mean our race photographers will have no way of tagging you in the photos.

These photos will be available to purchase through the Run Norwich website post-race.

RACE VILLAGE

The Run Norwich Race Village is located in Chapelfield Gardens and will be the hub of activity for the day. It is the main area to meet up with friends and family following the race, as well as getting that all important post-run photo!

Key

Baggage storage

Toilets

First Aid

information point

Here’s what’s going on at the Race Village this year:

Massages

Physio and soft tissue therapy will provided by a team from Recover Physio. The rub-downs are free, but donations are always appreciated.

Food

Satisfy those post-race hunger cravings with a visit to our food vendors. The lineup includes:

• The Bucket

List Chips

• Café 2 U

• Luca La Bella Pizza

Free beer Race supporters

Woodforde’s have kindly supplied a free Wherry beer for every 18+ runner. You can claim yours after the race by presenting the voucher found in your goody bag.

Baggage areas

Baggage trailers are all located inside the Race Village. They’ll be open from 8am to 12pm, and will be colour coded in accordance with your race number. Please see the race information section on page 20.

Official merchandise

Subject to stocks, Run Norwich official t-shirts and vests will be available to purchase as a souvenir of the big day from our merchandise stall. You

What should I do if I lose my race number?

If you lose your pack, please contact us as soon as possible.

If you lose your pack on race day morning, please visit the information desk in The Forumthe desk will open at 8am.

If the weather is bad on race-day, how can I find out up-to-date race information?

In the unlikely event that there are severe weather conditions on the morning of the race, we will communicate instructions via our website and our Facebook and Twitter accounts.

Is there a time limit for finishing the race?

There is. Participants are required to complete the race within two hours (by chip time) because we are required to re-open the city centre roads. Unfortunately, if you are not on track to finish the race, we may ask you to withdraw.

Will there be water stations on the route?

There are two water stations on the route. The first station is located at Carrow Road at Norwich City Football Club on the 3.5km mark and the second in the Norwich Cathedral on the 7.5km Mark.

Will there be toilets available for runners on the course?

If you need to make a quick pit-stop, there will be facilities available to use on Carrow Road at Norwich City Football Club at around the 3.5km mark.

There will also be portable toilets available on Bethel Street at the Start/Finish area and Chapelfield Gardens.

Can I run in fancy dress?

Of course! Fancy dress is welcome. Please ensure that any costumes are not offensive or obstructive.

Will there be anywhere to store my belongings while I run?

Yes. You will be able to leave them in our secure baggage trailers located at the Race Village at Chapelfield Gardens.

The area will be open from 8:00am till 12:00pm on race day.

Please note that whilst the area will be staffed throughout, you will be storing your items entirely at your own risk so please don’t leave expensive valuables.

If I lose any of my belongings, is there a designated spot for lost property?

Any items of lost property that are handed in will be taken to the race information point at the Race Village.

After the event, any lost property will be taken to the Community Sports Foundation’s facility The Nest, located in the north of the city.

Will you be using electronic chip timing to record my race time?

Yes. The race will be officially timed by HS Sports. Each race bib comes equipped with an electronic chip.

Your race time will be automatically recorded from the time you pass the start line to the time you cross the finish line. Results will be available soon after the race, and ordered by chip time.

What happens if I am late on the day and miss the start?

As we have a strict timetable to re-open roads, once the back pace runner has passed the start line we will not allow any further runners to start the race.

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Will there be race markers for each km?

Each kilometre will be clearly signposted, so you will know exactly where you are on the race course.

Will there be first aid provision during the race?

There will be a number of qualified first aid teams on duty to assist with runners, should they feel unwell or become injured.

Will there be official race photographers?

Can I buy photographs?

Yes. Epic Action Imagery will be the official event photographers. Photos tagged with your race number will be available to purchase from their website –usually within 36 hours.

Norwich City Community Sports Foundation will have also have a number of photographers working during the day as well. A section of photos will be uploaded to Run Norwich’s & Community Sports Foundation’s social media channels.

What sort of terrain can I expect in the race?

As the course follows some of the key city roads, much of the course is along smooth tarmac or surfaces. On one occasion (through the Cathedral grounds), the route follows a pedestrianised path made up of flat cobbles.

Can I wear headphones during the race?

No, with the exception of boneconduction earphones. We need every runner to be aware of their surroundings and alert to instructions from race marshals / the emergency services if necessary.

Can I run with a buggy or pushchair?

Unfortunately, we don’t allow buggies, pushchairs, prams or any other wheeled devices, nor any participants under the age of sixteen.

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DO RACE DAY RIGHT WITH RECOVER PHYSIO

1.

Night Before

High Carb Meal

Fuelling for the race is very important and making sure that your body has enough carbohydrates to get around the course is a vital part of preparation. Eating a meal with slightly more carbohydrates than normal is a good strategy to make sure you have enough energy for the run. Just ensure it’s food that you’re used to eating to avoid an upset stomach.

2.

Sleep

Being well rested will give you the best opportunity of performing to your best on the day of the run. Calculate backwards from the time you want to get up to decide when to hit the hay – 8 hours is a recommended amount for an adult, but you know how much you need to feel refreshed in the morning!

Run Norwich: race day!

It is important to get your race day nutrition correct to ensure you are performing at your best and enjoy the experience.

By following these simple nutritional pointers, you will be in the best place to win your personal race! Just remember the golden rule of “don’t try anything new on race day”

• Get up early and have a ‘proper breakfast’. It’s so important to give your body a good start when you are going to be needing it to perform throughout the day. Anything with complex, ‘slow release’ carbohydrates will be perfect to set you up for success.

Examples may include: Porridge with fresh fruit, seeds and/or nuts and a cup of coffee. Two slices of wholemeal bread with eggs, beans or a spread with a piece of fresh fruit and a cup of tea.

• Drink small amounts frequently throughout the morning. You will need plenty of water to ensure you are well hydrated for the run which is vital if you want your body to perform. Adding electrolyte tablets to your water may be a good idea if you’re

used to them as you lose a lot of salt in sweat. If you have been using energy drinks during training, do the same now, if you haven’t don’t. Don’t change your drinking habits on the day of the race. Stick to what you know!

• Throughout the race, to keep your energy levels up and performance high, we recommend you have one serving of carbohydrates of between 25 grams to 60 grams half way through your run. Always stick to what your body is used to, but good examples are a thick slice of malt loaf, a banana, an energy bar, two energy gels or any kind of cereal bar. This will give you the best opportunity of staying focused and fresh through the race.

• After the race it’s vital to refuel. We recommend a recovery drink or smoothie with added protein straight after the race. It’s also important to have a proper meal 1-3 hours after the race with high carbohydrate and protein content. On top of this make sure you stay hydrated and replenish the water and salts you would have lost during the run.

Warm Up

A warm up will put you and your muscles in the best possible place to run to the best of your ability. If you are not sure what is best to do, come and see our Physios in the Race Village for some advice.

On top of this we will be offering sports massages to make sure your muscles are ready to perform. However, if you are unable to make it over to the Race Village, here is a brief outline of what you should do:

• A short, gentle pulse raiser such as a very gentle jog is recommended to start.

• The second phase should be a short set of dynamic stretches such as lunges, leg kicks, tip toe walking and hamstring walks.

• You should then focus on any tight areas in some static stretches. The static stretch should be held for about 15 seconds on each muscle. Focus on your tight muscles and make sure they are released.

• A sports massage would then be a perfect way to finish the warm up and to make sure you are fully prepared to race. We will be offering these for free in the Race Village before the race.

We hope you find this information useful, but please remember nutrition and activity is an individual thing. Make sure you don’t change your routine too much on race day; if in doubt, please ask.

You can contact us at: www.run.norwich-physio.com

After you have completed the race, we would love to see you in the Race Village for your well-deserved soft tissue massage. The team will give you plenty of tips on what to do in the next few hours as well as over the next few days to ensure you recover properly.

Good luck and happy running! Recover Physio Team

ABOUT FOUNDATION

FOUNDATION OUR VISION

We are the official charity of Norwich City Football Club and our vision is to support and inspire our community

OUR FOUR CHARITABLE OBJECTIVES ARE:

1.

Driving inclusion for people with disabilities

20% of people in Norfolk have a disability, which is higher than the national average. The Foundation works to provide inclusive environments that meet the needs of those taking part, so that they may enjoy the benefits of sport.

2.

Boosting mental health and wellbeing

An estimated 38,000 people in Norfolk experience loneliness. We use the physical and social benefits of sport to improve people’s mental health and physical wellbeing. Our work helps to combat loneliness, anxiety, and inactivity for people in Norfolk.

3. Inspiring disadvantaged people

Norfolk has the third highest school exclusion rate among rural counties. Sport and Norwich City Football Club are powerful tools for engaging with harder to reach groups and inspiring them to raise their aspirations, and reach their potential.

WHO WE HELP

Meet some of the participants that have benefitted ’s work

An’s tory

Brian Moore joined Run For Me after his wife of 47 years passed away.

Following his bereavement, Brian’s physical and mental health plummeted. Once a keen runner and a member of running clubs, his fragile mental state meant he neglected his passion.

i needed A sociAl group. And i needed A chAllenge, both mentAlly And physicAlly to get bAck to being fit And heAlthy AgAin.

Thankfully, Brian stumbled across a Facebook post from the Foundation, advertising the Run for Me programme. After taking part for the last couple of years, Brian now feels more confident about going outside and meeting new people. The weekly run and chat has become a key part of his weekly routine.

“I needed a social group. And I needed a challenge, both mentally and physically to get back to being fit and healthy again.

It’s a great way to start the week. It helps clear my mind and allows me to interact with the others in the group, many of whom I now consider friends.”

run for me

Run For Me is a weekly community running group, with an emphasis on improving mental wellbeing. A legacy programme from Run Norwich, it takes place every Monday morning at The Nest and is completely free. Interested?

theo’s story

The Foundation has helped reignite the spark in a teenager with autism – giving him back the confidence and self-belief he had unfortunately lost.

Before joining the charity’s Realising Potential programme, Theo’s mother Bree said, “He had lost a lot of confidence and had been showing signs

of anxiety and depression. The pandemic and resulting lockdowns then made these issues even worse.”

With the support of the programme, which includes a weekly youth club and one-toone support, the Theo that arrived on day one is now very different to the one who attends today.

With Theo’s confidence and love for football back, he has now expressed interest in the possibility of getting involved with the Foundation’s volunteer football coaching programme.

reAlising potentiAl

Realising Potential, which is supported by Norfolk Hire, the Professional Footballers’ Association and the Foundation’s City Giving programme, offers a range of free support sessions to children and adults with physical or learning difficulties.

Find out more here

“He just needed that someone else to believe in him and tell him he’s good enough.”

he just needed thAt someone else to believe in him And tell him he’s good enough theo

ARE YOU RACE READY?

Voted the best 10k in the United Kingdom by the Running Awards, we think it’s important that you make the very most of your Run Norwich experience.

An amazing 41% of runners will be taking on the course as debutants; with 17% running

a 10k race for the first time ever. Whether you are running for the very first time or looking to hit a new Personal Best, as the Official Retail Sponsor, Jarrold Sport have some handy hints to help when Run Norwich returns on Sunday 23 October.

out how to run your very best

Neutral or overpronator?

Understanding your foot type can seem overwhelming, however knowing how your feet move whilst running is important to avoid unnecessary aches and pains. A complimentary gait analysis with Jarrold Sport will identify your running style by recording how your feet land as you run. This footage allows our experts to analyse your unique gait and find the right type of running shoe to support you.

LAYER UP

Wind, rain, sun or nsow…who knows what the October weather may have in store for us! Make sure you plan for all eventualities by layering up for the race. Hybrid running jackets, breathable tops and lightweight leggings are essential to keep comfortable whatever the weather.

CLOCK UP THE MILES IN

At just over 6 miles, your feet and knees will be subject to lots of high impact, so it is important to wear shoes specifically designed to absorb this. Constructed for stability and to reduce the risk of injuries, as well as provide comfort and proper cushioning to your foot, our experts can guide you through our range running shoes, including leading brands ASICS, Brooks, ON and Saucony.

Brooks

POWER ON WITH THE ULTIMATE RACE PLAYLIST…

Although headphones are prohibited whilst running the race, bone conduction devices like Aftershockz can be worn. This is because they allow you to enjoy your music and remain alert to your surroundings through the toughest points of the race, like the challenging incline of Rose Lane, which can instead be powered through with a motivational playlist.

FUEL UP

There are a lot of steps between you and that end-of-race snack, looking after your nutrition before and during the race is important. As a 10K is considered a shorter race, you won’t need a large carb-load the day before, but a healthy breakfast such as a bowl of porridge for slowrelease energy is essential! For an extra boost, an en-route Energizer Gel can help deliver energy fast, helping you dig deep towards the finish line.

ENJOY! &

One of the greatest parts of running Run Norwich is the supportive crowd, with a dedicated team of volunteers and great musical appearances around the route to keep you motivated. Add into this some of the best Norwich landmarks, make sure you enjoy all your surroundings and see for yourself what makes Run Norwich the best 10k in the United Kingdom!

15% OFF FOR RUN NORWICH ENTRANTS

Don’t forget to bring your Race Registration instore to Jarrold Sport for 15% off your pre or post Run Norwich Essentials.

At Jarrold Sport, we are serious about sport. Part of the independent Norwich department store Jarrold, Jarrold Sport offers a zoned shopping experience with a dedicated area for running, which includes digital gait analysis to help find the best shoes for you.

Our expert team can offer advice on everything from training to nutrition, and some of the best sport and fitness brands such as Adidas, Nike, Under Armour, Asics, Brooks, On and New Balance.

Bring your race registration or number into our London Street store before or after the race, and enjoy 15% discount exclusively for the #RN22 runners.*

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PARTNER CHARITIES

This year, along with Official Race Charity the Community Sports Foundation, we’ve made a number of places available to a 13 local charities and causes. Keep an eye out for runners from these charities, and be sure to give them an extra cheer on their way around the course.

RACE

HISTORY

As Run Norwich finally returns for its sixth year, we take a look back at some of the stats from the previous races.

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RUN FOR ME

Race organisers the Community Sports Foundation

a free weekly mental wellbeing running group

Run For Me.

The group meets once a week at The Nest in Norwich for a 60-minute running session led by

running coaches, followed by a 30-minute social session in the café afterwards.

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Run Norwich Sustainability and

The environment is on all our minds, and this year Run Norwich is working to ensure that the 2022 edition is our most sustainable race to date.

What are we doing?

Well, some steps that we’ve taken include a change to the Run Norwich race magazine, which will no longer be printed for distribution to thousands of runners.

Instead, we’ve enlisted BizClik Media Group to help produce and host this digital-only version (that you are currently reading!)

Guiding our runners through our city streets this year will be an electric lead vehicle, provided by race sponsor Robinsons Volkswagen.

We’ve also ditched the plastic cups this year in favour of paper cups, which will be collected and repurposed at a local facility by our waste management partner Veolia UK.

Finally, all our 450+ volunteers will be wearing t-shirts made entirely from recyclable materials.

This year the team have doubled the capacity of recycling bins, which will help to transform those used paper cups back into new products. In addition, all leftover food waste will be turned into green energy at a local anaerobic digestion plant.

Even the general waste at this year’s race will be recovered and converted into energy.

Travel

Park n’ Ride

Instead of driving into the city centre on race day, why not use one of the special park and ride services for the event?

Park and Ride services will be in operation for Airport and Thickthorn sites, with frequent buses in and out.

More information can be found in our travel section on page 18!

Beryl bikes

If you live near to the city centre, why not warm up for your race by taking a Beryl bike to the start point? With bays dotted around the course it’s an easy way for you to get to and from the race in an active and sustainable way.

Keep Norwich clean!

Please help us leave the city centre as we found it, by ensuring all rubbish goes into the correct bins and not discarding things like gel pouches while you are running.

If you’d like to bring your own running water bottle or pack, rather than use our water cups, then please do!

What can you do to help?

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Keith McGurk Managing Director, Commercial Veolia UK

Full race rules & terms and conditions

Please note: entries are now closed.

Original entry conditions included for your reference.

Definitions

Charity Place – shall mean a place in the Event for which the Entrant does not have to pay the Event Fee (as defined below) subject to the Entrant’s commit ment to raise a minimum of £100 for the Official Race Charity by the fundraising date.

Entrant – shall mean a person who enters the Event via the appropriate method as detailed below.

Event – shall mean the 10K road race taking place in Norwich city centre on Sunday October 23rd 2022, as organised and operated by the Event Organiser.

Event Officials – shall mean those persons instructed by the Event Organiser to officiate at the Event.

Event Organiser – shall mean Norwich City Community Sports Foundation.

Event Partners – shall mean those organisations working with the Event Organisers in the operation and promotion of the Event.

Event Pack – shall mean the information pack for Entrants containing relevant details of the Event, including the race number.

Entry Closing Date – shall mean Thursday 1st September, 2022.

Force Majeure Event – shall mean any event whatsoever which is outside the reasonable control of the Event Organiser (including but not limited to adverse weather, failure of public services, failure of public transport, Government rulings, strikes, acts of war or an act of terrorism.)

Fundraising Date – shall mean Friday 21st October 2022.

Golden Ticket – shall mean an official Run Norwich Golden Ticket, placed in ten Event Packs that are collected from The Forum, Bethel Street, Millennium Plain, Norwich, NR2 1BH (the Forum) which entitle the bearer to a range of prizes.

Medical Information – shall mean any medical data collected for health and safety purposes.

Personal Information – shall mean any personal details of an Entrant collected in connection with the Event.

Official Race Charity – shall mean Norwich City Community Sports Foundation.

1. Entry

1.1 Entries to the Event shall be made through Active Network. By following the link provided on the Event website, the Entrant will be directed to the entry page on activenetwork.com. In order to enter the Event, Entrants must submit an application form via the Active Network system in accordance with the instructions provided. By submitting an application form, the Entrant is agreeing to enter into the Event and also agrees to abide by these Entry Conditions and any instructions given to them by the Event Organisers and Event officials.

1.2 Entry to the event shall be limited to the first 8,500 Entrants (including spaces reserved for sponsors and partners and Charity Places). Once 8,500 Entrants have registered and necessary payments have been taken, entry shall be closed and no further person shall be able to enter.

1.3 Only one entry per person shall be accepted.

1.4 Any application which is not submitted by the Entry Closing Date shall not be accepted. Any applications which are illegible or incomplete shall not be accepted.

1.5 Entrants must be at least 16 years old on Sunday 23rd October 2022.

1.6 Participation in the Event is strictly personal to the Entrant; Entrants shall be prohibited from swapping or selling, or offering to swap or sell, their place in the Event. Any breach of this Condition shall render the entry void and shall entitle the Event Organiser to exclude the Entrant from participation in the Event or any future events. At any time prior to the Entry Closing Date, Entrants who have gained a place in the Event may transfer their place in the Event to another person over the age of 16 via the Active Network system. Subject to the person who is taking the place

providing all relevant information in order to validly enter the Event and agreeing to these terms and conditions.

1.7 By submitting an application, the Entrant is warranting to the Event Organiser that they are in a suitable state of health to participate in the Event and the Event Organiser shall have no responsibility to the Entrant for any existing medical conditions being affected or anything happening as a result of any existing medical condition. It is the responsibility of the Entrant to seek medical advice prior to submitting an application or participating in the Event.

1.8 By submitting an application, the Entrant is acknowledging that they are aware that the Event may be photographed, filmed or broadcast by the Event Organiser and/or third parties. The Entrant consents to the Event Organiser using such photos/film in connection with the reporting of the Event and/or for promotion of any future events in any way in which it sees fit.

1.9 By submitting an application for a Charity Place (by indicating as such on the online entry form), the Entrant commits to fundraising a minimum of £100 for the Official Race Charity via their chosen fundraising platform.

The Entrant’s Charity Place will only be activated once the committed £100 has been raised for the Official Race Charity.

In the event that the Entrant has not raised a minimum of £25 on their chosen fundraising platform by the 1st September 2022, the Entrant’s Entry will be cancelled.

In the event that the Entrant has not raised a minimum of £100 on their chosen fundraising platform by the 21st October 2022, the Entrant shall be obliged to pay the difference between their fundraising total and the £100 in order to activate the Entrant’s race entry for the Event.

Acceptance of evidence of fundraising is at the discretion of the Official Race Charity. Failure by the Entrant to pay any such sum under this clause shall result in the Entrant forfeiting their place in the Event.

1.10 Entrants that collect their Event Pack from The Forum Expo between (9am – 6pm) on Friday 21st October 2022 and (9am – 4pm) on Saturday 22nd October 2022 will automatically be entered into the Golden Ticket com petition. Ten of the Event Packs that are collected at The Forum will contain a Golden Ticket. An Entrant whose Event Pack contains a certified Golden Ticket will receive a range of prizes.

The prize is non-transferable and has no cash value.

Entrants have the option to have their Event Pack posted to them, but by doing so they will be ineligible for the Golden Ticket competition.

1.11 The Event Organiser reserves the right to decline your request to register and participate in the Event. Your entitlement to participate depends on the Event Organiser being satisfied that there are no circumstances under which it ought to properly decline your participation in the Event. The Event Organiser’s decision on your participation shall be final and binding. In any circumstances where the Event Organiser decides that you may not participate in the Event your registration fee will be refunded to you in full.

2. Payment

2.1 Entrants for the Event shall be required to make a payment of either £26 (non-affiliated Entrants) OR £24 (Entrants affiliated to UK Athletics Club) as an entrance fee to the Event (“Event Fee”), unless submitting an application for a Charity Place. Charity Places are subject to the provisions of clause 1.9.

2.2 In addition to the Event Fee, Entrants will be required to pay an online reg istration fee to Active Network of £1 per transaction, plus the equivalent to 6% of the total transaction including any merchandise or additional purchases.

2.3 Once an Entrant has been awarded a place in the Event, the Event Fee shall become non-refundable save for the Event Organiser who shall be entitled to refund the Event Fee in exceptional circumstances.

2.4 £3.50 from each Event Fee shall go to the Norwich City Community Sports Foundation.

3. Event conditions

3.1 At all times during the Event, Entrants must adhere to all instructions given by the Event Officials.

3.1.1 To ensure the safe and proper running of the Event, the Event Organiser has set a cut off time for completion of the Event. Entrants who have not reached the halfway point within one hour of their start time will be advised that they are only eligible for a medal and to feature in the results if they complete the course before the official cut off time, being two hours after their start time. If, at any time during the Event, the Event Organiser considers, in its reasonable opinion, any Entrant will not complete the Event within the cut off time, the Event Organiser may instruct Entrants to withdraw from the Event or finish the race, at their own risk, on the unmarshalled public pavement. In such scenario there will be no refund of the Event Fee.

3.2 During the Event, the following items shall be prohibited: (a) Pets or animals (b) An artificial aid (c) A wheeled device (d) Any item which, when being used whilst participating in the Event, could be deemed to be dangerous to other Entrants. The Event Operator shall reserve the right to confiscate any item which it deems unsuitable to be used whilst participating in the Event (e) Earphones or headphones; It is very important that you are able to hear clearly any verbal instructions that the police and/or Event Officials may need to give you. If Entrants are observed using these during the Event the Event Officials shall be entitled to disqualify them from the Event. Please note that bone-conduction headphones are allowed as they sit on the cheekbones, allowing the user to still be alert to their surroundings.

3.3 All Entrants participating in the Event must wear suitable running footwear.

3.4 The Event Organiser reserves the right to refuse permission for an Entrant to participate in the Event if:(a) it deems that the Entrant’s actions have caused or are likely to cause injury to other Entrants, damage to property or the environment, offence or a risk to health and safety.

(b) the Entrant fails to follow the instructions of Event Officials (c) it deems that Entrant is unfit to participate in the Event due to either illness or injury (without accepting responsibility for ensuring that the Entrant is fit to participate), or if they are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

(d) The Entrant fails to arrive at the start location at the required time as set out on the Event website and in the Event Pack.

3.5 In the event that the Event Organiser refuses permission for an Entrant to participate in the Event, the Entrant must co-operate with the instruction of Event Officials in relation to their withdrawal from the Event.

3.6 All Entrants are required to complete the contact and medical details on the back of their race number. This is a requirement of participation and may be checked by Event Officials prior to the start.

3.7 Entrants must not cover their race number with outer clothing when running as this may invalidate the timing chip.

4. Cancellation charges

4.1 Any cancellation by the Entrant of an entry once it has been confirmed as successful shall not entitle the Entrant to a refund of the Event Fee save for exceptional circumstances, as decided by the Event Organiser.

4.2 The Event Organiser shall be entitled to cancel/rearrange the Event for any of the following reasons:

(a) circumstances beyond the control of the Event Organiser occur (including but not limited to a Force Majeure Event) the effect of which prevents or has the potential to prevent the operation of the Event. (b) the Event Organiser deems, in its reasonable opinion, that the Event should be cancelled/rearranged.

4.3 Should the Event Organiser cancel/rearrange the Event for whatever reason:

4.3.1 it shall endeavour to contact all Entrants as soon as is reasonably practicable to inform them of the cancellation.

4.3.2 Entrants shall receive the option to participate in a rearranged Event (should such rearranged Event be organised) or to receive a refund of the applicable Event Fee.

4.3.3 The Event Organiser shall have no liability for any costs incurred in relation to the Event including but not limited to any costs of travel or accommodation or any donations/pledges.

4.4 The Event Organiser shall be entitled to amend any detail of the Event at its own discretion, without any liability to Entrants.

5. Data protection

Upon submitting an application to the Event, the Entrant will supply Personal Information to Active Network. This Personal Information will be passed to the Event Organiser.

In the event that an Entrant has indicated that he/she intends to participate in the Event for their chosen charity, the Personal Information of such Entrant shall also be passed to their chosen charity in order for the charity to contact such Entrant.

5.1 Medical information may be used to allow medical assistance to be given to Entrants.

5.2 Entrants agree that the Medical and/or Personal Information relating to them can be stored, used by the Event Organiser and partners in connection with the organisation, staging and administration of the Event.

5.3 Entrants agree that the Personal Information relating to them may be used by the Event Organiser in connection with the compilation of statistical information.

5.4 Entrants agree that their name, image and contact details can be used by the Event Organiser for the purposes of:-

5.4.1 the promotion and marketing of the Event;

5.4.2 adding Entrants to a mailing list to keep them informed about any future events and services which it believes the Entrant might be interested in, such as leisure activities relating to either similar types of events or activities.

5.4.3 promotional and marketing material in respect of similar events, other community-based activities or local attractions organised by our Event Partners or carefully selected third parties (together the “Marketing Information”).

5.5 Entrants agree that the Personal Information may be used by Epic Action Imagery for the purpose of matching any photos taken during the Event to each Entrant (“Permitted Purpose”). Epic Action Imagery shall delete such Personal Information following completion of the Permitted Purpose.

5.6 Entrants shall be entitled to refuse/remove consent for the Event Organiser or the Event Partners using the Marketing/Personal/Medical Information other than for purposes related to participation in the Event by emailing runnorwichinfo@norwichcitycsf.org.uk, or clicking an unsubscribe link in any Marketing Information.

6. Liability

6.1 In no event shall the Event Organiser be liable to an Entrant whether for the cancellation/rearranging of the Event, breach of contract, any tortious act or omission (including negligence) or otherwise, under or in connection with the Agreement for any:

6.1.1 loss or damage; 6.1.2 loss of profit;

6.1.3 loss of reputation;

6.1.4 loss of business, revenue or goodwill;

loss of anticipated savings;

pledges made on the Entrant’s behalf or by the Entrant to charity; 6.1.7 any costs incurred in relation to attending the Event 6.1.8 consequential or indirect loss, regardless of whether the loss or damage:(a) would arise in the ordinary course of events;(b) is reasonably foreseeable; or(c) is in the contemplation of the parties, or otherwise.

6.2 Nothing in these Entry Conditions shall affect the Event Organiser’s liability for death or personal injury, fraud, or any other liability to the extent it cannot be excluded or limited by law.

7. General

7.1 These Entry Conditions shall be governed by English law.

7.2 If any provision of these Entry Conditions is invalid or unenforceable, in whole or in part, the validity of the remainder shall not be affected.

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