Race Info
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to
THE 2009 STONEHAVEN HALF MARATHON
and the
3K & 1K Fun Runs
INTRODUCTION
We welcome everyone to Stonehaven and trust that those of you running achieve your targets. For those of you spectating, please support all the runners with loud cheers and plenty of applause to encourage them on their way.
We hope that you will find the event to be well organised and of course - enjoyable.
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The information contained within this booklet has been compiled by the Race Organisers - Stonehaven Half Marathon Committee and is designed to provide you with all the information you may need to ensure that your day is a memorable one. Please read it carefully and should you have any problems or would like to make comment about your experience during the day, please do not hesitate to contact the Registration Desk located in the McRobert Pavilion, Mineralwell Park. You can also make comments on this website.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Both the Half Marathon and the 3K Fun Run are run in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of the sports’ governing body - Scottish Athletics Limited. SAL has issued the Race Organisers with a permit to hold the races which under the Terms and Conditions stipulate that:
● Runners taking part in the Half Marathon must be 17 years old on the day.
● Runners taking part in the 3K Fun Run must be 11 years old on the day.
Anyone under 11 years old will be able to compete in the 1K Fun Run which is open to any age group.
It is essential that the Race Organisers abide by these age requirements in order that the appropriate insurances are not compromised.
There is a time limit of 2 hours and 45 minutes for completion of the race, anyone not returned to the Finish area within this time will be picked up by the sweep-up vehicle.
RACE NUMBER
Remember to bring your running number and four safety pins with you on the day of the race. Your number should be securely fastened to the FRONT of your T-shirt or singlet so that it is clearly visible. Do not tamper or deface it in any way. Failure to wear your number will mean you will be unable to run officially in our event.
If you are entered for the race but on the day are unable to run, please do not give your number to anyone else as this causes problems for our results team.
CAR PARKING
There will be limited car parking for the runners so please walk to the start if you can.
If not, car parking is available in the Leisure Centre/Stonehaven Open Air Swimming Pool car park, on the Promenade, the Market Square and other designated street/road parking locations. Note that Ann Street will be closed for vehicular access from 11.00am to 12.00am approximately. Please observe all local parking restrictions and do not attempt to enter the access road into Mineralwell Park from David Street as this road will be closed to vehicular traffic between 10.45am and 13.45pm. There is limited parking available in the vicinity of the McRobert Pavilion but this should only be used by drivers prepared to leave their vehicles there for the duration of the races.
Access on foot is by means of the access road and the other footpaths around Mineralwell Park. Limited foot access will be available along the Mineralwell Park access road leading off David Street when runners are out on the course.
REGISTRATION/ENTRY ON THE DAY
For runners entering either the Half Marathon or the 3K Fun Run who have not received their running number or are entering on the day, registration will take place at the Main Registration Desk located in the McRobert Pavilion, Mineralwell Park, between 09.15am and 10.30am. In order to assist the smooth running of the event, please attend the Registration Desks as early as possible. Children aged 10 years and under may enter the Stonehaven Engineering Ltd 1K Fun Run there is no registration required or numbers given, just assemble at the start line after the 3K race has started. There is no charge for competing in this race.
CHANGING
If you require changing into your running kit before the race, please go to the McRobert Pavilion, Mineralwell Park, where suitable facilities will be available. Alternatively, for a small fee facilities are also be available at the Stonehaven Leisure Centre located on the sea side of David Street.
BAGGAGE
Baggage may be left at the owners risk in the designated location in the McRobert Pavilion. Baggage must be clearly labelled with the owners running number.
TOILETS
One of the busiest areas before any running event is the toilet area. Toilet facilities are located within the McRobert Pavilion, the Stonehaven Leisure Centre on Margaret Street near the Market Square and at the corner of Beach Road and the Esplanade (only open when the outdoor pool is open). Although there are adequate facilities, there will inevitably be some queuing. Please be patient. You should arrive well before the start of the race.
THE START
Half Marathonrunners should make their way to the Start Line on the Mineralwell Park access road by 11.00am. Your position on the starting line will be marked in finishing time bands. Please go to the section marked with your estimated finishing time. This, as you can appreciate, is the safest method as it avoids runners being pushed and tripped by people trying to get past during the first part of the race.
The Half Marathon will start by the sounding of a horn at 11.15am precisely. You must take great care when the horn sounds. The Start area is quite narrow and with hundreds of competitors, it is easy to trip and bring down other runners. Remember, you have 13.1 miles in which to perfect your overtaking! Please take care at the start when running over the speed bumps.
The 3K Fun Run will be started using the same procedure. Competitors should make their way to the Start Line in Mineralwell Park adjacent to the cricket nets after the Half Marathon has been started. The 3K Fun Run will start by the sounding of a horn at 11.20am precisely.
The 1K Fun Run will be started once the 3K Fun Run has been started. Children entering this race should gather at the Start Line in Mineralwell Park adjacent to the cricket nets. Look for the Flag Pole and marked track. The Start Marshal will then brief the competitors and the race will be started by the sounding of a horn immediately following the 3k start.
FIRST AID STATIONS
First Aid will be available at water stations, clearly signposted in advance. There will also be a First Aid Station at the Finish and a further mobile Scottish Ambulance Service medical unit on immediate notice to attend any location on the route should it be required. Any problems you have will be dealt with at these points.
If you cannot go on, wait for the sweep-up vehicle which will transport you to the Finish Area.
WATER STATIONS
There will be 5 water stations along the route that will be well sign posted before you get to them. The water stations will be manned and bottled water will be available. Runners should take water at all the stations but when doing so, do not obstruct other runners. When you have taken sufficient water, please discard the bottle on the verge where it will be gathered up for disposal. To assist recovery of bottles, runners are requested to discard bottles within a quarter of a mile of the supplying water station, or carry them on to the next station.
THE FINISH
The final part of the Half Marathon route descends Belmont Brae with a sharp left turn onto the Mineralwell Park access road. 300 metres along the road, runners will be directed left onto the grassed sports field. When on the grass, bear right round the toilet block and head directly towards the McRobert Pavilion. The Finish Line will then be clearly visible ahead. Once over the Finish Line, stay in order of finishing as you make your way along the finishing lane. Remember to keep moving, as there will be other runners behind you. During your short journey along the finishing lane, your registration number will be recorded and you will receive your race memento and goody bag. A little further along you will exit the finishing lane and find another water station and first aid station.
After the formalities, you should make your way to the McRobert Pavilion where you can make use of the changing facilities and collect your baggage.
Access to the Finish Area will be restricted to competitors, officials and marshals. Please make arrangements to meet friends and relations after the formalities have been completed. Once competitors have left the Finish Area they will not be readmitted.
PRIZE PRESENTATIONS
Presentation of prizes for the 3K Fun Run will be made at 12:05 outside the McRobert Pavilion and will cover the following categories:
3K Fun Run
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1st Male |
1st Female |
Presentation of prizes for the Half Marathon will be made at 2.00pm outside the McRobert Pavilion and will cover the following categories:
Half Marathon
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1st 5 Males |
1st 5 Females |
Runners can win only one prize.
RESULTS
Results for both races will be made available as soon as possible and will be displayed at the McRobert Pavilion. Copies of the results will also be given to local press officials. For those with access to the Internet, full results will appear on the following websites:
www.stonehavenhalfmarathon.com