The Great Yarmouth Promenade 5 Mile Series - Race 1

Date: 24/04/2024

Location: Great Yarmouth

Great Yarmouth Road Runners are pleased to host once again their Great Yarmouth Promenade Five Mile race series. Race 1 will be held on 24th April 24 and we a pleased to be part of the Sportlink Grand Prix series 2024 for this event.

This is a super course to run. There is something incredibly special about racing beside the sea and the route serves a flat, fast, and enjoyable run. The route will be clearly marked using large route arrows and directional cones, as well as being marshalled throughout. Please listen and obey all marshal instructions. There will be a sweep marshal following the last runner to make sure that no one is left on the route. All marshals will remain in place until stood down by the sweep marshal.

The promenade will not be closed to other visitors so there may potentially be other runners, bikers, walkers, and dog walkers along the route. Please keep this in mind and exercise care whilst you are running but our Marshalls will be out in force to keep you safe.

Race starts at 7:15pm

Race Licence: 2024-47476

Course Measurement Certificate No: 23/035

Race Entry
50p from each race entry will go to the East Coast Pet Rescue, a Great Yarmouth based self-funded rescue centre, whose aim is to rescue and rehabilitate animals in need.

www.eastcoastpetrescue.com

All entries include chip-timing and a bespoke race medal.

Prizes
Medals for all runners

Individual Trophies for male & female over all 1st place

Age categories male & female 1st and 2nd place: Junior 15-17, 18-39, 40-44, 45-49,50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

Team Winners (x 3 runners per team): Senior Male and Female 1st 18-39, Vets Male & Female 1st 40+

Presentations will be on the evening as soon as official results are confirmed. 

Venue and Parking
Race HQ will be in the Sports Hall at the Marina Centre, Great Yarmouth NR30 2ER.

Toilet facilities will be available at Race HQ. There will be a baggage drop area however runners are advised to leave belongings at their own risk. Where possible please endeavour to leave your belongings in your vehicle.

We will supply a well-stocked water station at the race finish. Whilst we will ensure that this water station is generously supplied, runners should ensure they are fully hydrated and consider carrying their own water.

Car parking is free on the roadside of Marine Parade and other roads from 6pm. There are some local sea front car parks available, but charges may apply. You can find more information at... https://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/article/2638/Prices-for-sea-front-short-stay-car-parks

Chip Timing
We are using Total Race Timing for race entries.

Race numbers should be collected on the day at registration, open at 6pm – so we recommend you arrive in plenty of time to park, collect your race number, and get settled. Runners are to print their name, any medical condition, emergency contact name and contact number on reverse of their race number.

Headphones
No headphones will be permitted on this race (this includes bone conducting headphones). This is an England Athletic rule, anyone wearing headphones will be disqualified. Whilst approved by EA, bone conducting headphones will not be allowed as we want to ensure the safety of all runners and the public.

Medical Support
Support is provided by MedPTS

We really hope you enjoy the race. If you are keen to progress as a runner and want to get involved, please drop us a line on greatyarmouthrrmembership@gmail.com or find us on Facebook and Instagram. Our club caters for runners of all abilities and renowned for being one of the friendliest around.

Entries are non-refundable and unfortunately cannot be deferred but transfers to another runner are available until midnight on 14/04/2024. Login to transfer your entry.