HM 2010 by Wes Fife

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Highlights Half Marathon

Hand Cyclist

Fun Run

All information correct at time of going to print. Please note photographs will be taken on the event day for marketing and promotion purposes.

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Adam Hill | Head of Leisure and Culture Stafford Borough Council

Contents Event Day Programme

Spectators

Enquiries Desk

Fun Run Important Information Route Description and Map Finish Area and Prizes

Parking in Stafford

Athletics Training Courses/Events 29

Half Marathon Important Information 07 Start Line Instructions 09 Race Description 11 - 12 Questionnaire 13 - 16 Route Map 17 Finish Area and Prizes 19 How To Attach Your Chip Timing Tag 21 Race Number Positioning 21

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We would like to thank all of our sponsors and supporters of the events – without them the day would not be possible. Finally, we wish you the best of luck and hope you have an enjoyable day.

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For all those wacky fun runners out there, don’t forget that fancy dress really makes for a colourful event, and on the spot prizes are dished out on the day for the craziest and best costumes!

CONTACTS DETAILS

The 2010 Half Marathon has seen the introduction of new entry methods and the fastest ever filling of spaces!… we hope you have found the Half Marathon Training Diary launched in November, useful.

Welcome to the 2010 Stafford Half Marathon and School and Family Fun Run. This brochure has been designed to guide you through the pre race nerves and to ensure that you know everything you need to know about the events, including how to get to the start line, health and safety information and the all important route maps.

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Welcome

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A Tribute APPLAUSE IN TRIBUTE TO DAVID BARLOW

One year ago David Barlow completed the Stafford Half Marathon but sadly collapsed after crossing the finish line and didn’t make it home. For this year’s race we are hoping you would join us in a minute’s applause before the start to remember David, a Stafford Half regular. Your participation in this would be a great gesture and much appreciated. David supported The Donna Louise Trust and ran for charity, if you would like to make a donation please visit: www.donnalouisetrust.org (and search for donate).

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Event Day Programme 8.00am to 10.00am

10.30am

9.00am to 10.15am

10.40am

Hand Cyclist Start | Stafford Street [first cyclist back approx 11.10am]

1.00pm

Half Marathon Course Closes Stewards stand down and road closures are lifted

10.25am

Minutes applause for David Barlow

Spectators An enthusiastic crowd makes all the difference to the runners, so please give your support! There is plenty of space for spectators in the start/finish area of Staffordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Market Square, Stafford Street and town centre where the Signal 1 event stage team will be providing course updates and street entertainers will be entertaining the crowds. Spectators must stay behind the crowd barriers and not attempt to access or cross the course at key times. Certain areas are for runners only - please follow signage. Viewing is possible along the whole Half Marathon course, although you are reminded to respect local residents.

Certain areas where runners welcome a crowd include the 4 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 mile point at Milford, the disused railway at approx 11 miles and Victoria Park near the start/finish area, please see the course map [page 17] for details.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please remember to dispose of your litter responsibly.

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10.25am

Half Marathon Prize Giving Stafford Gatehouse Theatre MET Studio

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Family Street Entertainment Market Square

12.30pm for 1.00pm start

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10.00am to 1.00pm

Fun Run Start | Market Square

CONTACTS DETAILS

Fun Run Late Entry Desk Open Market Square

Half Marathon Start | Stafford Street [first runner back approx 11.40am]

Enquiries Desk Open Market Square

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Runners are asked to arrive changed and leave belongings in cars where possible. Limited changing facilities are available at Stafford Leisure Centre, Lammascote Road. Bag storage for Half Marathon participants is available at Oddfellows Hall, Greengate Street (next to St Chads Church), where light refreshments will also be available (open 9.00am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1.30pm).

Parking in Stafford See Map Below Free parking is available on Sundays in Stafford Borough Council owned car parks. For further information on Public Parking in Stafford, contact: TEL 01785 619 000 EMAIL carparking@staffordbc.gov.uk WEB www.staffordbc.gov.uk

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Changing/Storage

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PLEASE NOTE: For the Fun Run, pre-entry by Friday 5 March is preferred [cheque payments only], however on the day entries will be available [cash payments only] between 9.00am and 10.15am. There will a ÂŁ2.00 surcharge for on the day entries [including those attending schools in Stafford Borough].

CONTACTS DETAILS

PLEASE NOTE: No on the day entries are permitted for the Stafford Half Marathon.

A marquee will be sited in Market Square to deal with any enquiries on the morning of the event. Open from 8.00am to 10.00am.

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Enquiries Desk

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Feel3 service plan pays for your new Punto Evo to be serviced during the first 3 years of ownership or 27,000 miles from registration whichever occurs first. See fiat.co.uk for full T&C’s. †Source: JATO Dynamics. Based on Volume-weighted average CO2 emissions g/km amongst Europe’s top 25 selling brands during the first half of 2009.

F I AT. C O . U K

*Fiat

The unique MultiAir engine in the new Fiat Punto Evo doesn’t just purr, it actually breathes regulating its air intake to create more power and less emissions. Plus, with Feel3* you get 3 years’ free servicing - so it even creates less worry. And, because you can make calls, listen to tracks and find your way around with the new Blue&Me - TomTom, you’ll always be heading in the right direction, musically or otherwise.

Fiat, the car brand with the lowest average CO2 emissions in Europe.* Fuel consumption figures for the F i at P un t o Ev o ra ng e mp g ( l/ 100 k m) and CO2 emissions: Urban 37.7 (7.5) - 54.3 (5.2), Extra Urban 60.1 (4.7) - 80.7(3.5), Combined 49.6 (5.7) - 68.9 (4.1). CO2 emissions 134-108 g/km.

C Ue sharp intake of air

ECO:DRIVE EVERYBODY

When the bear knows every single step you take on the accelerator, and every single gear change you make, he soon gets the measure of your driving. So if the cuddly chap points out a few home truths, bear them in mind. They can help you reduce your emissions and fuel bills. It’s all part of the Fiat 500’s new eco:Drive system. Plug any memory stick, no matter how weird, wonderful or furry, into the Blue&Me multimedia port in the Fiat 500. It will collect data about the way you drive, which is then analysed on your PC or Mac. Follow the tips and you’re eco-driving. Fiat is already the car manufacturer with the lowest average emissions in Europe, and with you on board things can get even better. You can still use Blue&Me for voice activated music and phone calls, but now you can have just as much fun using it to save money. You see, the bear knows best.

Test drive the Fiat 500 with ECO:DRIVE

BOSTONS OF MILFORD

The Green, Milford, Stafford ST17 0UR. TEL: 01785 661226 Fiat, the car brand with the lowest average CO2 emissions in Europe.* Fuel consumption figures for the Fiat 500 range mpg (l/100km) and CO2 emissions: Urban 36.7 (7.7) - 56.5 (5.0) Extra Urban 55.4 (5.1) - 85.6 (3.3) Combined 46.3 (6.1) - 72.4 (3.9). CO2 emissions 140 – 104 g/km. Eco:Drive system is available with Blue&Me. Blue&Me is standard on Lounge and Sport versions and available as an option at an additional cost on the Pop version. *Source: JATO Dynamics. Based on Volume-weighted average CO2 emissions g/km amongst Europe’s top 25 selling brands during the first half of 2009.

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This event is run under the UK Athletics Rules. UK Athletics Road Race Licence Number: 100283

Water Stations

Available at the following locations: 3 miles Top of Radford Bank 5 miles Milford Common 8 miles St Thomas Lane 11 miles Common Road Bridge 13.1 miles Martin Street [finish] Bottled water will be available at all stations, all of which have been positioned in areas where traffic is either not permitted or reduced. Runners should be aware of other runners slowing down or stopping at these points. Please move on from the water station once you have taken your drink. Please take only one bottle of water at each refreshment point.

Bins

Fairtrade Bananas

Toilet Facilities

Available at the following location: Market Square at the end of your run.

Available at the following locations: Measurements are approximate North Walls car park 300 metres from race finish Broad Street 350 metres from race finish Stafford Gatehouse Theatre 50 metres from race finish Portable toilets in Market Street 40 metres from race finish [left hand side of the Shire Hall Gallery entrance] Portable toilets at Milford Common 5 miles from race start Portable toilets in St Thomas Lane 8 miles from race start

First Aid

St John Ambulance Brigade will be on duty throughout the race. If you require first aid assistance, approach either a first aid personnel at the water station or one of the stewards on duty. Due to the rural nature of the route, first aid treatment will be provided as soon as possible. If it is an emergency an ambulance will be sent to the scene.

Dispose of your litter responsibly: Bins are provided after each water station.

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Running on the Road

All runners should always be aware of the following: Keep to the left hand side of the road and do not deviate from the official course, as you may wander outside of road closure zones. Follow any direction arrows [black arrow on a yellow sign ] and temporary road traffic signs. Follow all instructions from police and stewards. Be aware of moving traffic and other road or footpath users.

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CONTACTS DETAILS

Please note that the Stafford Half Marathon course closes at 1.00pm, which allows a minimum pace of approximately 11 minutes per mile. As all stewards stand down and road closures are lifted at 1.00pm you are advised not to walk around the course.

As far as is reasonably practicable Stafford Borough Council has a legal duty to protect all runners participating in the race. To conform to this legal obligation all runners must be aware of the instructions within the following section of the handbook.

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Half Marathon Important Information

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Guide finish times from recent Half Marathons: Winner to 1 hour 20 mins

3% of the finishers

Winner to 1 hour 30 mins

15% of the finishers

Winner to 1 hour 40 mins

35% of the finishers

Winner to 1 hour 50 mins

58% of the finishers

Winner to 2 hours 00 mins

75% of the finishers

Winner to 2 hours 10 mins

86% of the finishers

Winner to 2 hours 20 mins

94% of the finishers

Half Marathon Course Records For new 2009 Course Ladies

Debbie Walters [Birchfield Harriers]

1hr 18mins 19secs

Mens

Ben Gamble [Stone Master Marathoners]

1hr 9mins 12secs 45mins 16secs

Handcyclist Rob Wickham [Handcycling UK]

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Take up a position behind the start line that is appropriate for your estimated finishing time. There will be estimated finish time markers displayed on placards along the start area fencing.

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If each runner adopts this sensible approach everyone will move away from the start more smoothly and everyone will be able to get into their running quickly and without incident to have an enjoyable run.

CONTACTS DETAILS

As the start area is narrow and there is a large amount of participants, it will be helpful if you can line up in accordance with your anticipated finish time, to ensure minimal congestion.

PLEASE NOTE: The start of the Half Marathon is situated in Stafford Street, at the junction with Princes Street, please make your way to Stafford Street at 10.15am [see page 11 for start location and directions]. There is NO town centre loop at the start of the route.

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Half Marathon Start Line Instructions

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PLEASE NOTE: All mile markers along the route are approximate

Half Marathon Race Description

From the Start S proceed down Stafford Street taking a right turn into Gaolgate Steet f to pass under the Finish Gantry F in Market Square. From Market Square continue straight ahead into Greengate Street g proceeding to the mini-roundabout where a right turn is negotiated into Mill Bank h . Please keep to the right hand side of the coned carriageway in Mill Bank and Tenterbanks. Continue through to just before the mini-roundabout i where a U-turn is carried out around the central refuge in the ca rriageway to return down the other side of Tenterbanks and Mill Bank j . At the mini-roundabout bear right into Bridge Street k then continue to the Major Roundabout l .

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It is important to line up in accordance with your anticipated finish time, to ensure minimal congestion [there will be estimated finish time markers displayed on placards along the start area fencing] see page 9.

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Please DO NOT attempt to walk up Stafford Street to the start line.

CONTACTS DETAILS

Please walk from Market Square a up Gaolgate Street b and left into Crabbery Street c take a right into Chapel Street d then right again into Mount Street e Assemble at the rear of the Stafford Street start area in Mount Street .

The start of the Half Marathon is situated in Stafford Street, at the junction with Princes Street S You should make your way to the start area at 10.15am.

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Start Information

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12 NOTE: All mile markers along the route are approximate

Half Marathon Race Description

CONTACTS DETAILS

01 On the Roundabout, just prior to joining A34 Cannock/A513 Rugeley. From the A34 at the Queensville Roundabout, runners will turn left into The Meadows, Ampleforth Drive, going clockwise around Ampleforth Drive.

02 Adjacent to No. 5 Ampleforth Drive. The A34 is rejoined from Ampleforth Drive, bearing left towards Radford Bank.

03 At the top of Radford Bank. Use slip road at Weeping Cross to avoid the mini-roundabouts, joining the A513 heading towards Milford. First Water Station located here.

04 Adjacent to Green Gore Lane at Walton-on-the-Hill. Head along the A513 to Milford. Water Station located at The Green, Milford.

05 At the junction of the slip road at The Green, with Holdiford Road. From Milford turn left down Holdiford Road towards Tixall. Then at the Obelisk bear left towards Stafford.

06 Just after reaching the Tixall Obelisk, on Tixall Bank. 07 Between Tixall Obelisk and the Stafford Crematorium Traffic Lights on

Tixall Road. At the traffic lights at Stafford Crematorium, turn left towards Baswich and before reaching the river bridge, turn right into St. Thomas Lane. Water Station located approx 80 metres along St Thomas Lane.

08 100 metres along St Thomas Lane. At next junction turn left onto Tixall

Road, then right into Wolseley Road and then right onto Birkdale Drive. From Birkdale Drive enter Longhurst Drive where it turns right along Weston Road. Crossover point at Weston Road Bus stop. At Staffordshire University roundabout turn left along Beaconside.

09 First lamp post after turning onto Beaconside. 10 In the vicinity of the MOD Stafford Main Gate on Beaconside. From Beaconside, take left turn into Sandon Road, a Crossover point here into The Haybarn estate, join the Disused Railway Path to Doxey. Water Station located at the first bridge, over which, the Common Road is routed.

11 Just after the Common Road Bridge.

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12 Prior to leaving the Disused Railway Path to join Doxey Road. Leave the

path, cross Doxey Road into North Castle St, then South St. Turn sharp left then immediately sharp right onto the path alongside the River Sow. Continue under the bridge into Victoria Park, and along Mill Walk footpath. From Victoria Park turn left along the footbridge then right into Mill Bank. At the old Post Office building, you return up Greengate St, turning right up Tipping St, then left onto Eastgate St. At the end of Eastgate St go straight ahead into Salter St, and take a tight left turn onto Gaolgate St.

F The finish in Market Square is immediately visible ahead.

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Mile Markers

ontinue down Greengate St, turning left into Martin St. C Final Water Station located here.

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WIN FREE ENTRY into the

2011 Stafford Half Marathon

We have 10 free places to give away for next year’s Safford Half Marathon on Sunday 20 March 2011. Simply fill in the questionnaire and return it to the FREEPOST address found on the back page by Friday 30 April 2010.

Question 1

Question 3 continued (Please tick all that apply)

Please state your age 17-20 51-60

21-35 61+

36-50

Question 2

Please state your gender Male

Female

Question 3

How did you hear about the Stafford Half Marathon? (Please tick all that apply)

Web Advert/Pod on Runner’s World Stafford Visitor Guide Stafford Tourist Information Centre Word of Mouth/Recommendation Borough Entry Signs Stafford Borough Council Website Local Radio Posters Other (Please Specify)

Specialist Running Website PLEASE SPECIFY

Local Newspaper Editorial PLEASE SPECIFY

Specialist Running Magazine PLEASE SPECIFY

Information at Sports Centres PLEASE SPECIFY

Question 4

Who did you attend the Half Marathon with? By myself With family With husband/wife/partner Organised party With friends Running club Other (Please Specify)

Information from Running Club PLEASE SPECIFY

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Question 5

How would you like to see us continue to promote the event in the future? Website Local Press Local Radio Email Running Magazine Mobile Phone Text Other (Please Specify)

Question 6

To help us track how much money this event generates for good causes please indicate: No, I did not raise money for charity Yes, I did raise money for charity If yes, please state charity and appropriate amount raised

Question 7 How would you rate the following aspects of the event?

N/A

GOOD

AVERAGE

POOR

Information on the website Race handbook information Online booking (realbuzzrunbritain) Telephone/in person booking (Stafford Gatehouse Theatre) Value for money Directions to the event Helpfulness of staff on the day Health and safety issues Water stations Stewarding of the event Toilet provision Nature of the course Race commentary Reception and prize giving Chip timing Quality of prizes (T-shirts and medals) Free fairtrade bananas at the finish Results service Your overall enjoyment of the event

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Question 8

A paperless entry system was introduced for 2010 with entries available online (at realbuzzrunbritain) and in person/ via telephone at Stafford Gatehouse Theatre; do you have any comments/ suggestions for improvement?

Question 11

How long did you stay in Stafford? Live here Full day Event duration Longer Overnight Other (Please Specify)

Question 12

If you stayed overnight, where did you stay? N/A With friends Local hotel (Please Specify) Local B & B (Please Specify) Other (Please Specify)

Question 9

All Half Marathon participants received medals and T-shirts for 2010; do you have any comments/suggestions for improvement?

Question 13

If you spent money in Stafford what did you spend it on? Shopping Eating Out Accommodation Visitor attractions Taxis/buses N/A Other (Please Specify)

Question 14

Excluding your entry fee, what was your estimated spend whilst in Stafford? Up to £5 £6-£10 £11-£20 £21-£30 Other (Please Specify)

Question 10

Do you have any general comments regarding the event or suggestions for improvement? 

Question 15

Do you have any further comments on your visit to Stafford?

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Stafford Best Value FREEPOST Stafford ST16 3AQ

Flap A - First Fold Thankyou for completing this questionnaire, please fill in your details below: NAME

ould you like us to keep your details W on our Leisure and Culture mailing list?

ADDRESS

[We promise not to bombard you with information but to only contact you occasionally with details of events, activities and services that may be of interest to you. Your details will NOT be passed to third parties].

Yes

Please note that the 2011 Half Marathon entry forms will NOT be posted out to the previous yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s participants. We will continue to operate a paperless system with entries available online/ telephone and in person. Entries for the 2011 event will open in November 2010, please refer to our website (www.staffordbc.gov.uk/leisure) for further information.

POSTCODE EMAIL

Flap B - Second Fold To construct the envelope, fold along the dotted lines and tuck Flap B inside Flap A Stafford Best Value FREEPOST Stafford ST16 3AQ

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START FINISH

HM ROUTE

MILE CHEERING COUNTER POINT

FIRST AID

A34

12 TOILET STOP

WATER STATION

LITTER BINS

12 Beaconside

A518

Hospital

Rowley Park

University

A518

Forebridge A449 Rising Brook

A34

Baswich

Brancote Farm

Radford Bank

03 A513

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06 River Sow

04 Walton on the Hill

Milford

CONTACTS DETAILS

Holmcroft Tillington

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Due to unforeseen circumstances, minor adjustments may be made to the route. They will be well signposted, and stewards will direct you.

The route is designed to minimise the risk of accidents. Wherever possible, roads have been closed, sections are on an old railway track, and traffic has been limited on to certain sections of the route. Please do not deviate from the designated route for any reason. This is not only a risk to you but to motorists that may still be using part of the roadway.

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Half Marathon Race Route

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Schwim

FREE Monday Monday to to Friday Friday with every bottle with every bottle * *

*The cap from this bottle entitles the bearer to one free swim at a participating swimming pool within the period of Monday - Friday. See cap www.schwimfree.co.uk for participating and swim full details. Valid until 02/02/11. *The from this bottle entitles the bearer topools one free at a participating swimming pool within the period of Monday - Friday. Schweppes is a registered trade mark of Atlantic Abbey Well a registered See www.schwimfree.co.uk for participating poolsIndustries. and full details. Valid isuntil 02/02/11.trade mark of Waters & Robson Limited. Schweppes is a registered trade mark of Atlantic Industries. Abbey Well is a registered trade mark of Waters & Robson Limited.

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Half Marathon Finish Area and Prizes

MEDAL & TSHIRT

VOUCHER

PLEASE NOTE: If preferred, medals and T-shirts can be collected before the race from the Half marathon Enquiries Desk between 9.30am and 10.15am. This area may be busy with enquiries which will take priority, before the start of the race. Other prizes are awarded for: RACE CATOGORY Mens Race

Open

Mens Vets

Over 40

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

5th

6th

7th

8th

9th 10th

Over 45 Over 50 Over 55 Over 60 Womens Race Open Womens Vets Over 35 Over 40 Over 45 Over 50

Prize Giving Ceremony Will take place at:

Over 55 Over 60 Hand Cyclists Open

on Eastgate Street 12.30pm for 1.00pm start

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget, free Fairtrade bananas will be provided in the Market Square at the end of your run. Once you have received these, please move away from the table.

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To collect your medal and t-shirt, remove the perforated section on your race number and exchange it for your prizes at the Enquiries Marquee in the Market Square.

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Your Chip Timing Tag can be removed and collected in St Martins Place before you reach the Market Square (the exact location for chip removal will depend on the flow of runners).

CONTACTS DETAILS

A Water Station will be situated on your left, please move on from the water station into St Martins Place, once you have taken your drink to avoid congestion.

Once you have crossed the finish line please continue down Greengate Street, past WHSmith and turn left after Starbucks into Martin Street.

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For Half Marathon Participants

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Chip Timing Tag For Half Marathon Participants

STEP Two

STEP Three

STEP Four

Loosen the laces of your running shoe.

Thread both wire twist ties under the laces [lower down your shoe].

Thread the Timing Tag onto both wire twist ties [through all holes].

Secure the Timing Tag by twisting the wire ties firmly together.

Hand Cyclists: Securely tape your Timing Tag to the underside of the frame at a height of no more than 40cm (15â&#x20AC;?) from ground level. The tag should be horizontal to the ground. You should ensure that the timing tag is not in contact with the frame by placing tape between the tag and the frame. Should you require any assistance with your Chip Timing Tag please contact a member of the HS Sports team around the finish area. PLEASE NOTE: Chip Timing Tags will be collected by stewards in the finish area. If you do not race or if you forget to hand it in, return your Timing Tag to: Tag Return, HS Sports Ltd, Unit 5, Radnor Park Industrial Estate, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 4XN

Race Number Positioning Remember to attach your Race Number to your running top and Complete your SOS details on the reverse of the number in permanent marker pen.

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VOUCHER MEDAL & TSHIRT

If you wish to collect your medal and T-shirt, remove the perforated section on your race number and exchange it for your prizes at the Enquiries Marquee in the Market Square. This can be done before or after the race.

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PLEASE NOTE: Your tag corresponds to your race number and must not be mixed up with anyone elseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Please Follow the Instructions Below:

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When you receive your race pack you will find a Chip Timing Tag enclosed [in a small enevelope] as illustrated below. This year we are using lightweight Timing Tags to be attached to your running shoe lace, which must be worn to get an official finish time.

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Functions and Conferencing Facilities Located in the heart of the county town, Stafford Gatehouse Theatre is a beautiful historical building which offers an outstanding selection of function rooms, ranging from large theatre formats to more intimate spaces for different size meetings, exhibitions, product launches, conferences, seminars and special events. The Mountbatten Suite and Churchill Room can be used separately or together and come complete with bars and catering facilities for up to 100 people. The spacious and self-contained rooms offer a versatile space that can accommodate any number of uses from weddings, private parties and dinner dances through to conferences and meetings. At the heart of Britain, Stafford is ideally located between Birmingham, Nottingham and Manchester and is amply served by road and rail. The theatre is situated in the town centre just seconds from the shopping and tourist attractions and easily accessible parking is just a short walk from the venue. The town centre location, versatile spaces and accommodating staff provide all you need for a successful and enjoyable event. To find out more call Denise Tomlin or Alison Young on: 01785 253 595 or email gatehouse@staffordbc.gov.uk

The Coffee Shop The Coffee Shop at Stafford Gatehouse Theatre is an ideal town centre venue for speciality coffees and snacks.

For evening performances in the Gatehouse Theatre, the Coffee is open from 6.00pm for drinks and light snacks.

Open between 10.00am and 2.30pm in the day for morning coffee and light lunches, the venue is the perfect place to meet with family and friends.

The Gatehouse bar is also open during normal licensing hours on show nights and offers a wide range of beers, wines and spirits in a relaxed atmosphere. Book Online

01785 253 595 www.staffordgatehousetheatre.co.uk

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First Aid

t John Ambulance Brigade will S be on duty throughout the race. If you require first aid, you should approach either first aid personnel or one of the marshals on duty along the route. A first aid ambulance will be located in St. Martins Place.

Bins

Dispose of your litter responsibly: Bins are provided after each water station.

Fairtrade Bananas

Toilet Facilities

Available at the following locations: Measurements are approximate North Walls car park 300 metres from run start/finish Broad Street 350 metres from run start/finish Stafford Gatehouse Theatre 50 metres from run start/finish Portable toilets in Market Street 40 metres from run start/finish [left hand side of the Shire Hall Gallery entrance].

Adult Supervision e strongly recommend that an adult W supervisor accompany all Fun Run participants under the age of 12 years.

Lost Children Young runners: please remain with your parents/carers before the run, and return immediately to them after the run. If you get lost, go to the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Meeting Pointâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in the Market Square, located at the Fun Run Late Entry Desk in front of the Shire Hall Gallery steps. If you require assistance please contact a steward who will be wearing a bright yellow Stafford Borough Council jacket.

Available at the following location: Market Square at the end of your run.

Bottled Water

Available in Martin Street for all participants at the end of the run.

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lthough roads have been closed to A ensure the safety of all runners, keep to the left hand side of the road and do not stray away from the route, as you may wander outside of the road closure zone. Keep within the taped area. Follow all instructions from police and stewards and follow any temporary road traffic signs on the route.

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Please be aware of the following points:

CONTACTS DETAILS

As far as is reasonably practicable Stafford Borough Council has a legal duty to protect all runners participating in the Fun Run. To conform to this legal obligation all runners must be aware of the instructions within the following section of the handbook.

01785 619 300 WEB www.staffordbc.gov.uk/leisure EMAIL sports-events@staffordbc.gov.uk www.staffordbc.gov.uk/halfmarathon www.staffordbc.gov.uk/funrun

Fun Run Important Information

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eight lane 25 metre swimming pool / teaching pool with state of the art moveable floor / main gym housing up to 100 pieces of equipment / easy line gym circuit / multi-purpose fitness studio / squash courts / four-court sports hall / training suite / body tonic beauty suite and massage / activo membership offering great value access to the centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s facilities and activities - from ÂŁ25 per month Stafford Leisure Centre, Lammascote Road, Stafford ST16 3TA Tel 01785 619 500 Email slc@staffordbc.gov.uk www.staffordbc.gov.uk/staffordleisurecentre

As an Activo member you can also visit:

main gym housing up to 80 pieces of equipment / multi-purpose studio facility offering a range of fitness classes / three tarmac tennis courts Westbridge Park Fitness Centre, Stafford Road, Stone, ST15 8QW Tel 01785 619 600 Email westbridge@staffordbc.gov.uk www.staffordbc.gov.uk/westbridge

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Fun Run Route Map and Run Description

Lap A Proceed down Greengate St a At the miniroundabout, turn left into South Walls b immediately left into Greengate St Service Road c followed by a right into Tipping St d Bear left onto Eastgate St e and Straight ahead into Salter St f Turn Sharp left into Gaolgate St g and continue under the Gantry S F to startâ&#x20AC;Ś Lap B Proceed down Greengate Street a Turn left into Tipping St b Bear left onto Eastgate St c Straight ahead into Salter St d Turn sharp left into Gaolgate St e . Finish is in Market Square

with the total distance being 1,622 metres.

Once you have crossed the finish line please continue down Greengate St, past WHSmith and turn left after Starbucks into Martin St. A Water Station will be situated on your left, please move on from the water station, left into into St Martins Place once you have taken your drink to avoid congestion. Then make your way into the Market Square.

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The Fun Run route covers two laps of the town centre. Start in Market Square

Fun Run Route

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Assemble at the Start Gantry in Market Square no earlier than 10.35am [once the Half Marathon has cleared].

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Health Trainer Service A free personal service to motivate and support you to make lifestyle changes and lead a healthier life. Why make a lifestyle change? Eating healthily, drinking less alcohol, quitting smoking and doing just a small amount of activity, that fits your busy life, will help you to look and feel better, give you more energy, reduce your stress levels and put you in control of your life - as well as help you to live a longer and healthier life. We all know that these life changes seem difficult to make, but they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to be - which is why your local health service is offering you a health trainer, free of charge. The Health Trainer will offer information and encouragement on a one-to-one basis and help you to look at your lifestyle, working on a step-by-step basis, to make changes that fit you and your lifestyle and keep you motivated. The Health Trainer Service is for anyone over the age of 16 years.

Getting started

Ask your GP, Practice Nurse or any Health Professional to refer you to your local Health Trainer Team or

call 01785 619167

and a Health Trainer will return your call

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Fun Run Finish Area and Prizes

Photographs Photographs will be taken of participants on the day. If you are taking part in the fun run and do not want your photograph to appear on the SportsCam website please notify a member of the events team.

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Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget, free Fairtrade bananas will be provided in the Market Square at the end of your run. Once you have received these, please move away from the table.

Every Fun Run finisher will receive a medal, your own personal keepsake, for completing the circuit of this ever-popular event. A number of Spot Prizes will be on offer, for the best and most creative fancy dress costumes!

01785 619 300 WEB www.staffordbc.gov.uk/leisure EMAIL sports-events@staffordbc.gov.uk www.staffordbc.gov.uk/halfmarathon www.staffordbc.gov.uk/funrun

Fun Run Prizes

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Stafford Area Action for Fairtrade [SAAFT], Stafford's local Fairtrade group, are helping you to "CHANGE TODAY AND CHOOSE FAIRTRADE". Supported by Midlands Co-operative Society and Stafford Borough Council's Sustainable and Healthy Communities team we are giving every runner a nutritious and delicious Co-op Fairtrade Banana at the 2009 Stafford Half Marathon and Fun Run. On behalf of the event organisers, SAAFT and the Sustainable and Healthy Communities team would like to express their sincere thanks to Midlands Co-operative Society for their support. Look out for the Big Banana and Team SAAFT running "TOWARDS A FAIRER WORLD". Buying Fairtrade products helps to assist farmers in developing countries to have a brighter future as they will be paid a fair price for their goods and produce, which in turn means that communities can afford to invest in healthcare, education and more sustainable methods of production.

Find out more about sustainable development and Fairtrade in Stafford Borough, contact: email_ spearce@staffordbc.gov.uk telephone_ 01785 619 408 website_ www.staffordbc.gov.uk/sd

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Athletics Training Courses and Events PLEASE NOTE: F or information on athletics training courses and events, contact:

TIME AGE PRICE Venue

10.30am - 12.30pm 8 - 12 years £4.00 per session Stafford Sports College [formerly Rising Brook High School]

AGE 8 - 15 years Venue Rowley Park Sports Stadium

* Available during the easter and summer holidays

[Please note that black sole trainers are not allowed in the sports hall]. After Easter 2010 the sessions will move outside to Rowley Park and will run on a Friday evening. Contact 01785 619 308 for further details.

Other Sports Sessions in Stafford Borough

Progression to Athletics

For more information or to find out about local sports clubs and courses please contact:

Enjoy exciting multi-event specialised coaching sessions to develop specific techniques and improve your fitness with running distances, jumping, throwing and relay practice – and maybe even progress to the local athletics clubs. WEDNESDAYS until 31 March 2010 Excluding school holidays 6.00pm - 7.30pm 13 - 15 years £3.00 per session Rowley Park Sports Stadium

TEL 01785 619 607 EMAIL sportsdevelopment@

staffordbc.gov.uk

TIME AGE PRICE Venue

The Sports Development Team offer a wide range of sports and coaching sessions including football, basketball, hockey, netball, tennis, and many more.

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SATURDAYS until 27 March 2010 Excluding school holidays

Join in and develop your athletics skills by having fun in the school holidays* with an exciting programme of running, jumping and throwing events led by trained and experienced coaches in a safe environment.

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The official UK Athletics Development Scheme

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Star:track Athletics

Get an idea of the skills and techniques involved in traditional Track and Field Athletics - have fun and try your best! Activities include relays, sprinting, endurance, jumping, throwing and many more.

First Steps to Athletics

01785 619 300 WEB www.staffordbc.gov.uk/leisure EMAIL sports-events@staffordbc.gov.uk www.staffordbc.gov.uk/halfmarathon www.staffordbc.gov.uk/funrun

Clare Skelton TEL 01785 619 308 EMAIL cskelton@staffordbc.gov.uk

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Thankyou To all our sponsors:

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