Coventry Northbrook 10K
Sunday 1stJune 2008 10.45am
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this FAQ
updated?
What has changed since last year
Fun Run
Tell me about the Fun run.
How many entries do you have?
Is there a list of entries to
date?
Where do I get an entry Form?
When will I get my number?
Who has sponsored the event?
Tell me more about the
Warwickshire Road race championships?
Can I enter on line?
What are the race
conditions/rules?
How many times has the race
been run?
Does the race have a permit?
Has the course been officially measured?
Where is the Race HQ?
What are the Directions to the
event?
How are the local residents affected?
How are users of the Jaguar
Sports and Leisure Club affected?
What are the car parking
facilities?
Where are the changing facilities?
Where are the toilet facilities?
Is the route available?
Has the route got Council and
Police Approval
Is the course marked?
Where is the start and finish?
Describe the course?
Where are the water stations?
How does the rolling road
closure work?
Will First Aid be provided?
What are the age categories and
prizes?
When and where are the
presentations?
Will there be refreshments
after the race?
When will the results be
available and how do I get a copy?
Will there be an official
photographer?
Will there be a video again?
Tell me more about Northbrook AC?
Do Northbrook AC put on any
other races
Who has organised this event and does
it make a profit?
How do I make comments on
this event?
Who do I contact for more
information or a query?
When was this last
updated?
12/03/2008
What has changed since last year?
Our race has been designated as the
Fun Run
We are, again, incorporating a Children's 2km Fun Run. This is to keep the
event family based by including a run for children less than 15 years of age. This will start at 10am.. The route starts in
How many entries do you have?
Entries are just opening.
Is there a list of entries
to date?
not at the moment.
Where do I get an entry Form?
The entry form is available by clicking the following link.
Any problems let us know. They have also been sent to all Affiliated
Clubs in the Midlands and numerous places around the
There will be "Entry on the Day" (subject to race limit) at the race
HQ, but you are asked to arrive in good time before the 10.45am start.
When
will I get my number?
Numbers are being posted out on a weekly basis.
Who has sponsored the event?
Our main sponsors are as follows: Bruker,
Tell me more about the
This is a series of 8 races. See http://www.warwickshirecountyaa.co.uk/
Can
I enter on line?
Yes via Runners World website.
See www.runnersworld.co.uk
What are the race
conditions/rules?
1. The Race will be
run under the
2. Entries will be
accepted on the day (up to 9.30 am children’s run, 10.30 am 10km race)
providing the race limit of 600 has not been exceeded.
3. You must be 15
years or over to compete in the 10km Road Race on Race day.
4. Fun run -All
children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.
5. The closure date
for the Postal entries is the Saturday 24 May 2008, those received after will
be ready for collection on the day of the race.
6. Please make cheques
payable to “
7. Time Limit –
authority for road closures lapses at 12.30pm when marshals will be withdrawn
and you will no longer be insured.
8. Images – by
entering the race you give permission for the free use of your name, voice and
picture in any record or promotion of this event
How
many times has the race been run?
This is the 6th year
Does the race have a permit?
Applied for.
Has the course been officially measured
Yes on Sunday 09/05/2004. The certificate number is MC/08/037. The road has
white lines to indicate the km points. The Start height is 110m above sea
level. The highest point is 164m. The
lowest point and finish is 100m above sea level.
Where is the Race HQ?
The race HQ is Coventry Hill Hotel, Rye Hill, Allesley. The distance
to the start is about 450m.
The Coventry Hill Hotel is located in the
picturesque
What are the Directions to the event?
The Race HQ is accessible from 2 directions. The race HQ is 3 minutes off
the A45. Assuming you are reading this on line then use the following link to
determine the best route: streetmap
How are the
local residents affected?
All the residents on route will receive a letter Approx 2 weeks before the race
explaining how they may be affected.
How are users of the
Jaguar Sports and Leisure Club affected?
Browns
What are the car parking facilities?
Main parking will be at Townfields
Stables in
Where are the changing
facilities?
The changing facilities are at the hotel.
Where are the toilet facilities
The toilets are located in the hotel.
The start is in a residential area so competitors must ensure they are
comfortable before leaving the Race HQ
Is
the route available?
Click on the following link
for the route
Has the route got Council
and Police Approval
Yes we have approval. Additionally there is a Risk Assessment, Road Closure and
Marshalling guides available
Is the course marked?
The course will be marked in km
Where is the start and finish?
The start is on
Describe the course?
The course is undulating and very scenic. Overall the finish is at a
lower level than the start. The last 3 km will be fast. The
route should be traffic free. The race is based around the Allesley to Corley
area in
Where are the water stations?
These will be located just after 3 km (
How does the rolling road
closure work?
Just before the runners enter a road it will be closed. The road will
remain closed until the last runner has passed.
First aid will be provided by MedEvent.
However you have a duty of care to yourself to ensure that you are medically
fit to undertake this event. Remember it
is in the middle of Summer and likely to be very warm
What are the age
categories and prizes?
The exact prizes will be worked out nearer the time of the race and will be
based on what sponsorship we achieve and the number of entries in each
category.
The following table will be updated.
|
Category |
Prize |
Category |
Prize |
|
Male Under 20 |
|
Female Under 20 |
|
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Senior Male 1 |
|
Female 1 |
|
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Senior Male 2 |
|
Female 2 |
|
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Senior Male 3 |
|
Female 3 |
|
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Senior Male 4 |
|
Female 4 |
|
|
Senior Male 5 |
|
Female over 35 |
|
|
Male over 35 |
|
Female over 45 |
|
|
Male over 45 |
|
Female over 55 |
|
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Male over 55 |
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Female over 65 |
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Male over 65 |
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|
Men's team (4) |
|
Ladies Team (3) |
|
When and where are the
presentations?
The presentations will be in the bar after the race at approx 12.30
Will there be refreshments
after the race?
Yes the bar will open and there will be food available. Also the race video
will be shown.
When will the results be
available and how do I get a copy?
The results will be available on line Sunday Evening. Additionally copies can
be sent out by paying £1.
Will there be an official
photographer?
No
Yes, Last year we took a video of the race and the finish and showed it
in the bar. This will be repeated. Also we are hoping to be able to offer
a
Tell me more about Northbrook
AC?
Full details can be found from this website under 'New Members'. We have approx
140 members and meet Wed and Sun. We cater for all levels. Our aim is to enjoy.
Do Northbrook put on any
other races
Yes the Allesley Fun Run (aprox 3 miles)13/07/2008 and, by agreement,
Who has organized this event and
does it make a profit?
The race has been organized by
How do I make comments
on this event?
If you have any comment you would like to make about the organization or other
aspects of the event, please use the contact page. We have tried to make this a
well-organized and enjoyable day and we are always open to listen to the views
of the participants. Contact details are on the entry form i.e. write or
telephone,
Who do I contact for
more information or a query?
As above or email
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