The Amazing Northampton Run

Question 1

When will I receive my race pack?

Accepted Answer

You have the option of having your race number posted to you which is the best option.  If not you will collect your race number which includes your timing chip at registration either, Saturday or Sunday morning – please see the front page for details

Question 2

Is it a closed road event?

Accepted Answer

Yes the roads are closed off for your safety and enjoyment, footpath sections are open to the public

Question 3

How many aid stations will there be?

Accepted Answer

In accordance with UK Athletics guidance we will have four aid stations at approximately 3 mile intervals

Question 4

Where can my friends and family watch?

Accepted Answer

Our suggestions would be (if you are walking) at the start then it is half a mile to the Spencer Bridge Road/Barrack Road junction (mile 5); then across 1.5 miles to Christchurch Road (mile 8.6) and 1.3 miles back to the finish

Question 5

Is there a tracking link for the event?

Accepted Answer

The event is not tracked but there will be a live results list on line

Question 6

Do you have a baggage system?

Accepted Answer

We will have a secure bag drop area at the start/finish.  You will be encouraged to donate any discarded pre-race warm clothing to the Northampton Hope Centre Charity

Question 7

Are there toilets on the course?

Accepted Answer

There are toilets at mile 8 in Abington Park

Question 8

Can I run with a dog/buggy?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately you are not permitted to run with either (or both!) under the race rules

Question 9

Can I run with headphones?

Accepted Answer

We would rather you didn’t but if you must only bone conductor technology head phones are permitted under UK Athletic rules

Question 10

Is there a cut off time?

Accepted Answer

Yes – 3 hours (12:30pm)

Question 11

Where is the race village?

Accepted Answer

in the Market Square

Question 12

Will there be photos available after the event?

Accepted Answer

Yes our photographer Adrian Howes  will be on hand to capture you crossing the finish line

Question 13

My contact details have changed, how do I update my information?

Accepted Answer

You will need to log in to your  account and you can amend your details as necessary

Question 14

Am I able change from the distance I entered?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can log in to your account and amend your ticket

Question 15

I am injured, can I defer?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can defer your place to the following year or to another event in the calendar providing you give us at  least 14 days notice before race day

Question 16

Will my time be listed on the Power of 10?

Accepted Answer

Yes we submit the race results to UK Athletics

Question 17

Will there be pacers on the course?

Accepted Answer

Yes we have a great team of pacers from 1:30 to 3:00 hours in 15 minute increments.  They will have yellow numbers front and back with their pacer time

Question 18

Will there be mile markers?

Accepted Answer

Yes each mile will have a sign counting up to the finish

Question 19

Will I get a t-shirt after the event?

Accepted Answer

Yes all finishers will get a t-shirt and medal

Question 20

Can I run in fancy dress?

Accepted Answer

yes please!  We have Batman as a regular competitor and last year the Gruffalo too!

Question 21

Will there be sports massage facilities after the race?

Accepted Answer

We will have a  patrolling physio team, we don’t have a specific massage area although some of our charity partners will have massage available for a small donation

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