PARTICIPANT INSTRUCTIONS - MORE THAN JUST A RUNNING RACE - Bedford Running Festival
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MORE THAN JUST A RUNNING RACE
PARTICIPANT
INSTRUCTIONS
SPONSORED BY:
WELCOME
WE ARE DELIGHTED TO FINALLY BE ABLE TO WELCOME YOU BACK TO
BEDFORD FOR THIS YEAR’S BEDFORD RUN FEST.
Normally as I sit to write this letter, I like I’m extremely proud of our team who
to think back over the past year to the have worked tirelessly to deliver what
previous edition of the Bedford Run Fest we hope will be the best Bedford Run
and assess how things have changed - Fest to date and we hope that you can
the good and the bad! I must admit that enjoy returning to running and
at times, over the past 18months, there celebrating together with friends and
were periods when there may not have family.
been another Bedford Run Fest. To be
able to write this today, fills me with Have a fantastic run and let’s hope this is
immense happiness and pride. the start of all of us getting back to the
way it used to be.
I would like to thank every single person
who has helped make the Bedford Run Happy Running!
Fest possible this year. Even in a ‘normal’
year without a pandemic, a huge amount Mark Draper
of work goes on behind the scenes to
deliver an event of this size. However, Event Director
like in everyone’s life since March 2020, Bedford Run Fest
the challenges we have faced are some
that we have never met before. We were
determined to bring back an event that
you, our runners, our town and we can
be proud of and being able to do it this
year means more to us than ever.
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COVID-19
PARTICIPANT CODE OF CONDUCT
Outdoor activities and outdoor sport are consistently shown to be low risk from a
COVID-19 perspective and running events play an important role in improving the health
of the nation. If you observe and respect the event rules, social distancing and hygiene
measures put in place by the event organiser, risks to you and others will be kept to a
minimum. Please ensure that you read and observe this code of conduct to ensure a safe
and enjoyable event for everyone.
You must undertake a self-assessment for COVID-19 symptoms. Do not travel to the
event if you are showing any symptoms of COVID-19. No-one should leave home to
participate in sport if they, or someone they live with, has symptoms of COVID-19
currently recognised as any of the following:
A high temperature
A new, continuous cough
A loss of, or change to, their sense of smell or taste
Please consider wearing a face covering pre and post race
Please consider scanning the venue QR code provided by the race organiser using
the NHS Test & Trace App on arrival
Do your homework – make sure you are aware of and understand the pre-race
briefing information offered by your event
Come ready to run - minimise your interaction with race staff, volunteers and
participants by being as self-sufficient as possible
Under no circumstances swap your number or give your place to another participant
Be respectful to volunteers and participants
Observe social distancing wherever possible
Carefully consider your travel plans
Leave more time than you normally would to get to and from the event
Be self sufficient - be prepared to bring your own water, food and carry it with you
during the race and please dispose of rubbish responsibly
Be aware of your personal hygiene e.g. avoid spitting and nasal clearance
Bring your own hand sanitizer
If you experience COVID-19 symptoms soon after the event, you must report
this using the NHS Test & Trace App
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SCHEDULE www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com
EVENT INFO
EVENT VILLAGE ADDRESS COURSE MARSHALS
Russell Park, Volunteer marshals wearing high-vis vests
The Embankment will be positioned at regular intervals along
Bedford the route and at key junctions and turning
MK40 3RH points. Give them a shout!
RACE RESULTS COVID
Results will be published on the Bedford Please adhere to current COVID social
Run Fest website and on social media distancing rules. These are in place not only
shortly after the race. for your safety but for the safety of others.
BAG DROP: TIME LIMIT
Due to COVID restrictions we are unable There are no time limits or cut offs for our
to provide a Bag Drop facility at the event. races. We encourage runners of all abilities
The weather is looking good so please to join us in our races and we will never pack
arrive ready to run. Bags will not be able up or breakdown while people are still
to be left in the park unattended. participating.
HEADPHONES: LITTER
The use of standard headphones is not Please dispose of your litter responsibly
permitted. However, we do recommend throughout the event. Bins will be available
earphones with bone conduction across the event site and we encourage you to
technology. It is important that you can help us leave the park as we found it.
hear what is happening around you,
including any emergency services and Runners - Please dispose of your litter and used
marshal’s instructions cups in the dedicated bins located shortly after
each water station on course; to help prevent
COURSE ENTERTAINMENT people tripping over discarded litter and cups.
On course entertainment will be placed at
regular intervals throughout the race,
including a marching band helping you to TOILETS
that new PB! There will be toilet facilities in the Event
Village.
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BEDFORD 5K
START & WAVE TIMES ROUTE
There will be ten waves at this year’s Below is a link to this year’s route. Please also
race. Runners will be split into waves based take the time to study the route carefully before
on their predicted finishing times. This race day.
allows you to run with people of a similar pace
and reduces congestion along the course. https://bit.ly/3sUnWYG
Please join the wave that suits your own,
current predicted finishing time.
RACE PACKS
START - 9AM Packs are being sent out the week commencing
Wave 1 - Sub 15 mins 23.08.21. If you have any issues with your race pack
Wave 2 - 15-24 mins contents prior to race day, or it hasn’t arrived by
Wave 3 - 25-27 mins 02.09.21, please contact
info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com. Packs are
Wave 4 - 28-30 mins
being sent 2nd class royal mail so please allow time
Wave 5 - 31-32 mins for delivery.
Wave 6 - 33-34 mins
Wave 7 - 36-36 mins For those who entered on or since 19.08.21,
Wave 8 - 37-41 mins you will need to collect your race pack from the
Wave 9 - 42-50 mins event village. Your packs will be waiting for you
at the ‘Race Pack’ tent. Below are the race pack
Wave 10 - Over 50 mins
collection opening times:
RESULTS Fri - 03.09.21 - 16:00 – 19:00
Results for the Bedford 5K can be found below: Sat - 04.09.21 - 08:00 - 08:30
https://bit.ly/38niGDx We strongly advise anyone wanting to collect
their race pack on race day to arrive early as
queues will be expected!
ELEVATION
The course follows a lot of the River Great Ouse
and has less than 17m of elevation making it one MEDICAL
of the flattest races you’ll run this year. Full professional medical cover will be provide
throughout the course.
TERRAIN WATER STATIONS
Mixed surfaces: road, cycle path and trails.
There will be no water stations on course. Please
Flat and fast!
bring your own water to run with. Water will be
available at the finish for all participants.
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SPRING HALF
START & WAVE TIMES ROUTE
There will be ten waves at this year’s Below is a link to this year’s route. Please also
race. Runners will be split into waves based take the time to study the route carefully before
on their predicted finishing times. This race day.
allows you to run with people of a similar pace
and reduces congestion along the course. https://bit.ly/3jmG0Yh
Please join the wave that suits your own,
current predicted finishing time.
RACE PACKS
START - 11.30AM Packs are being sent out the week
Wave 1 - Sub 1:30 mins commencing 23.08.21. If you have any issues
Wave 2 - 1:30 - 1:45 with your race pack contents prior to race day,
Wave 3 - 1:46 - 2:00 or it hasn’t arrived by 02.09.21, please contact
info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com. Packs
Wave 4 - 2:01 - 2:15
are being sent 2nd class royal mail so please
Wave 5 - 2:16 - 2:30 allow time for delivery.
Wave 6 - 2:31 - 2:45
Wave 7 - 2:46 - 3:00 For those who entered on or since 19.08.21,
Wave 8 - 3:01 - 3:15 you will need to collect your race pack from the
Wave 9 - 3:16 - 3:30 event village. Your packs will be waiting for you
at the ‘Race Pack’ tent. Below are the race pack
Wave 10 - Over 3:30
collection opening times:
RESULTS Fri - 03.09.21 - 16:00 – 19:00
Results for the Bedford Spring Half can be Sat - 04.09.21 - 08:00 - 11:00
found below:
We strongly advise anyone wanting to collect
https://bit.ly/38niGDx their race pack on race day to arrive early as
queues will be expected!
ELEVATION
The course follows a lot of the River Great Ouse MEDICAL
and has less than 88m of elevation making it one Full professional medical cover will be provide
of the flattest races you’ll run this year. throughout the course
TERRAIN WATER STATIONS
Mixed surfaces: road, cycle path and trails. There will be 4 water stations on route during
Flat and fast! the half marathon. Water will be available at the
finish for all participants.
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TWILIGHT 10K
START & WAVE TIMES ROUTE
There will be ten waves at this year’s Below is a link to this year’s route. Please also
race. Runners will be split into waves based take the time to study the route carefully before
on their predicted finishing times. This race day.
allows you to run with people of a similar pace
and reduces congestion along the course. https://bit.ly/3gEGpna
Please join the wave that suits your own,
current predicted finishing time.
RACE PACKS
START - 5.30PM Packs are being sent out the week
Wave 1 - Sub 47 mins commencing 23.08.21. If you have any issues
Wave 2 - 48-52 mins with your race pack contents prior to race day,
Wave 3 - 53-55 mins or it hasn’t arrived by 02.09.21, please contact
info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com. Packs
Wave 4 - 56-59 mins
are being sent 2nd class royal mail so please
Wave 5 - 1hr-1hr2 mins allow time for delivery.
Wave 6 - 1hr 3-1hr5 mins
Wave 7 - 1hr 6-1hr 8 mins For those who entered on or since 19.08.21,
Wave 8 - 1hr 9-1hr 11 mins you will need to collect your race pack from the
Wave 9 - 1hr 12-1hr 20 mins event village. Your packs will be waiting for you
at the ‘Race Pack’ tent. Below are the race pack
Wave 10 - Over 1hr 21 mins
collection opening times:
RESULTS Fri - 03.09.21 - 16:00 – 19:00
Results for the Bedford Twilight 10K can be Sat - 04.09.21 - 08:00 - 17:00
found below:
We strongly advise anyone wanting to collect
https://bit.ly/38niGDx their race pack on race day to arrive early as
queues will be expected!
ELEVATION
The course follows a lot of the River Great Ouse MEDICAL
and has less than 36m of elevation making it one Full professional medical cover will be provide
of the flattest races you’ll run this year. throughout the course
TERRAIN WATER STATIONS
Mixed surfaces: road, cycle path and trails. Due to COVID restrictions there will be no water
Flat and fast! stations on course. Please bring your own water to
run with. Water will be available at the finish for all
participants.
www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com
BEDFORD HALF
START & WAVE TIMES ROUTE
There will be ten waves at this year’s Below is a link to this year’s route. Please also
race. Runners will be split into waves based take the time to study the route carefully before
on their predicted finishing times. This race day.
allows you to run with people of a similar pace
and reduces congestion along the course. https://bit.ly/3gFFSBh
Please join the wave that suits your own,
current predicted finishing time.
RACE PACKS
START - 9.30AM Packs are being sent out the week
Wave 1 - Sub 1:30 mins commencing 23.08.21. If you have any issues
Wave 2 - 1:30 - 1:45 with your race pack contents prior to race day,
Wave 3 - 1:46 - 2:00 or it hasn’t arrived by 02.09.21, please contact
info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com. Packs
Wave 4 - 2:01 - 2:15
are being sent 2nd class royal mail so please
Wave 5 - 2:16 - 2:30 allow time for delivery.
Wave 6 - 2:31 - 2:45
Wave 7 - 2:46 - 3:00 For those who entered on or since 19.08.21,
Wave 8 - 3:01 - 3:15 you will need to collect your race pack from the
Wave 9 - 3:16 - 3:30 event village. Your packs will be waiting for you
at the ‘Race Pack’ tent. Below are the race pack
Wave 10 - Over 3:30
collection opening times:
RESULTS Fri - 03.09.21 - 16:00 – 19:00
Results for the Bedford Half Marathon can be Sat - 04.09.21 - 08:00 - 17:00
found below: Sun - 05.09.21 - 08:00 - 09:00
https://bit.ly/38niGDx We strongly advise anyone wanting to collect
their race pack on race day to arrive early as
ELEVATION queues will be expected!
The course follows a lot of the River Great Ouse
and has less than 88m of elevation making it one MEDICAL
of the flattest races you’ll run this year. Full professional medical cover will be provide
throughout the course.
TERRAIN
Mixed surfaces: road, cycle path and trails. WATER STATIONS
Flat and fast! There will be 4 water stations on route during
the half marathon. Water will be available at the
finish for all participants..
www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com
BEDFORD 20
START & WAVE TIMES ROUTE
There will be ten waves at this year’s Below is a link to this year’s route. Please also
race. Runners will be split into waves based take the time to study the route carefully before
on their predicted finishing times. This race day.
allows you to run with people of a similar pace
and reduces congestion along the course. https://bit.ly/3mLk0bI
Please join the wave that suits your own,
current predicted finishing time.
RACE PACKS
START - 9.30AM Packs are being sent out the week
Wave 1 - Sub 2:17 commencing 23.08.21. If you have any issues
Wave 2 - 2:18 - 2:40 with your race pack contents prior to race day,
Wave 3 - 2:41 - 3:03 or it hasn’t arrived by 02.09.21, please contact
info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com. Packs
Wave 4 - 3:04 - 3:26
are being sent 2nd class royal mail so please
Wave 5 - 3:27 - 4:09 allow time for delivery.
Wave 6 - 4:10 - 4:12
Wave 7 - 4:13 - 4:34 For those who entered on or since 19.08.21,
Wave 8 - 4:35 - 4:57 you will need to collect your race pack from the
Wave 9 - 4:58 - 5:20 event village. Your packs will be waiting for you
at the ‘Race Pack’ tent. Below are the race pack
Wave 10 - Over 5:21
collection opening times:
RESULTS Fri - 03.09.21 - 16:00 – 19:00
Results for the Bedford Half Marathon can be Sat - 04.09.21 - 08:00 - 17:00
found below: Sun - 05.09.21 - 08:00 - 09:00
https://bit.ly/38niGDx We strongly advise anyone wanting to collect
their race pack on race day to arrive early as
ELEVATION queues will be expected!
The course follows a lot of the River Great Ouse
and has less than 133m of elevation making it one MEDICAL
of the flattest races you’ll run this year. Full professional medical cover will be provide
throughout the course
TERRAIN
Mixed surfaces: road, cycle path and trails. WATER STATIONS
Flat and fast! There will be 7 water stations on route during
the half marathon. Water will be available at the
finish for all participants..
www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.comMINI MILES
START & WAVE TIMES ROUTE
There will be two waves at this year’s Below is a link to this year’s route. Please also
race. take the time to study the route carefully before
race day.
Race 1 - 7 - 12 years old
Race 2 - Family Run - No age limit. Under https://bit.ly/2UYk4JD
16’s must be accompanied by an adult
(accompanying adults can join in free of charge
but they will not receive a runner number or RACE PACKS
any finisher goodies). Race Packs for the Bedford Mini Miles are to
be collected on the day. Packs will be waiting
ELEVATION for you at the ‘Race Pack’ tent inside our event
The course follows a lot of the River Great Ouse village. Below are the race pack collection
and has less than 5m of elevation making it one opening times:
of the flattest races you’ll run this year.
Fri - 03.09.21 - 16:00 – 19:00
Sat - 04.09.21 - 08:00 - 17:00
TERRAIN Sun - 05.09.21 - 08:00 - 09:30
Mixed surfaces: road and cycle path.
Flat and fast! We strongly advise anyone wanting to collect
their race pack on race day to arrive early as
queues will be expected!
WATER STATIONS
There will be no water stations on course. Please
bring your own water to run with. Water will be
MEDICAL
Full professional medical cover will be provide
available at the finish for all participants. throughout the course
www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.comCHECK LIST
TAKE TIME TO RUN THROUGH THIS CHECKLIST IN PREPARATION FOR
RACE DAY.
* Please remember there will be no bag drop facility at this event due to COVID restrictions.
Please leave your bag in your vehicle or with family and friends. Any bags left unattended will
be removed.
BEFORE YOU LEAVE THE HOUSE...
Race Pack
Running watch
Breakfast / Pre-race fuel
Vaseline
Sunscreen
Running socks
Running kit and trainers
PUT IN YOUR KIT BAG...
Clean / warm items of clothing for after the race
Money
Drink
Mobile phone
DON’T PUT IN YOUR KIT BAG...
Food items that can leak, squash or ruin other items
Sharp items such as scissors, razor blades or pen knives
Flammable substances
Valuables or expensive items such as laptops, iPads, jewellery
Heavy items
ON RACE DAY REMEMBER TO...
Pin your race number to the front of your top
Pack your kit bag
HAVE FUN!!
www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.comRACE PACKS
RACE NUMBERS TIMING CHIP
Your timing chip will be attached to the Your finishing time will be calculated based
back of your number. DO NOT REMOVE. on your chip time - chip time starts when
No chip, no result! YOU cross the start line, not when the first
runner does. Timing chips are disposable
therefore they do not have to be returned.
PERSONALISED NAME
If you entered late your name may not be
printed on the bib, remember to write your SAFETY PINS
name in the blank so spectators can give you Safety pins will be provided in your race pack.
a shout! Please use these to pin your race number to
the front of your top.
FINISHER T-SHIRT
Your finisher t-shirt size will be printed on
your number so our volunteers know which size
you ordered when registering.
FRANCESCA FRANCESCA FRANCESCA
TWILIGHT 10K M
SPRING HALF M
FRANCESCA FRANCESCA FRANCESCA
BEDFORD HALF M
BEDFORD 20 M
MINI MILES
www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com 18 TH JULY 2021EVENT VILLAGE
SEE BELOW FOR THE MAP OF THIS YEAR’S BEDFORD RUN FEST EVENT
VILLAGE:
RACE PACKS MAIN STAGE
FARMERS MARKET STREET FOOD MARKET
RACE INFO
STAFF HQ
BIG SCREEN
BAR TOILETS
EXPO / SPONSORS
CINEMA
CHARITY VILLAGE YOGA & WELLNESS
MASSAGE
FINISH FUNNEL
F1 SIMULATOR
MEDICAL HQ
START / FINISH
PARKING
www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.comFESTIVAL
LAUGH. DANCE. RUN.
UNWIND. REUNITE.
CELEBRATE.
LIVE COMEDY
BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE COMEDY COW &
CASTLE COMEDY:
FRI 3RD SEPT @ 8PM - 10PM
OPEN AIR CINEMA
BROUGHT TO YOU BY SUNDOWN CINEMA:
03.09.21 04.09.21 04.09.21 04.09.21
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 8:00 pm - 10:15 pm 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
TASTE BEDFORD
SAT 4TH SEPT - SUN 5TH SEPT - ALL DAY
TASTE has always championed our local producers, and this year returns with our favourite
market producers, showcasing their wares in the Farmers Market. From fresh breads, fruit
and veg, cheeses, preserves, drinks and much more, each stall comes with it’s own tale of
provenance and local passion.
www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.comFESTIVAL
LAUGH. DANCE. RUN.
UNWIND. REUNITE.
CELEBRATE.
STREET FOOD MARKET FULLY LICENCED BAR
BROUGHT TO YOU BY EAT FEAST & BURROW VENUES:
FRI 3RD SEPT - SUN 5TH SEPT
FREE YOGA & WELLNESS CLASSES
BROUGHT TO YOU BY NAMASTELLIE:
Sat 4th Sat 4th Sat 4th Sun 5th
10:00 am 3:30 pm 7:00 pm 12:30 pm
LIVE MUSIC - BLENDER TAKE OVER
SAT 4TH SEPT - SUN 5TH SEPT - ALL DAY
The blender takeover will be on the mainstage and it’s free to come:
Saturday 4th: put on your best dancing shoes for @bigheaduk and @rollyourownrecords
Sunday 5th: pull up a hay bale and kick back to the sounds of @lowgirllowgirl (acoustic)
and @cobytom with @armandsmelkis on the decks.
www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.comDOUBLE FINISHER
HAVE YOU SIGNED UP TO RUN MORE THAN ONE OF OUR RACES THIS
YEAR? IF SO, WE WILL HAVE YOUR DOUBLE FINISHER MEDAL WAITING
FOR YOU.
Here's how you claim your double finisher
medal:
Finish any two of our races
(excludes Mini Miles)
Show your runner numbers and / or
confirmation emails to our event
team at Event Info located inside the
event village
We'll check against our records and
present you with the double finisher
medal after your second runVIRTUAL RUN
21ST AUGUST - 18TH SEPTEMBER
Can’t join us in person at the Bedford Run Fest this year? No problem - You can now
take on the Bedford Run Fest VIRTUALLY!
After the huge success of our Virtual Run in 2020, we are delighted to now offer the
Bedford Virtual Run alongside the live event this summer. The Bedford Virtual Run is
open to anyone who wants to take it on, just like all of our events from home. As an
added bonus, all of our virtual events will count to your DOUBLE FINISHER medal!
HOW IT WORKS:
Complete your Virtual Run at home
between 21st August - 18th September
Submit your results via this link:
https://bit.ly/2Wyaj5w
We will send you your well earned
medal in the post or you can collect
it at the live event in September
HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS:
Go to the results page of the event you
are taking part in by clicking the following
link: https://bit.ly/2Wyaj5w
From the results page, click SUBMIT A
VIRTUAL RESULT or POST AN ACTIVITY
button
Confirm your registration by logging
into your Race Roster account
Once you have confirmed your registration
you will be ready to enter your result.
You can log back in later to post additional
results!
www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.comSPECTATOR INFO
EVENT VILLAGE CHEER POINTS
The Event Village in Russell Park The event village and embankment area
will be open at the following times of the town is the prime viewing spot for
during the event weekend: the races start and finish. Bring your bells,
whistles and your best cheer banners and
16.30 Friday 03.09.21 work up your appetite for some seriously
good street food! From here you will be
08.00 Saturday 04.09.21 able to see your favourite runners on their
08.00 Sunday 05.09.21 way to the finish and celebrate with them
after, with a well deserved drink from the
Entry to the festival is free, you don’t bar!
have to run to come and get involved.
Invite your friends & family, come and
cheer on some runners, then join us for
some festival fun and celebrations.
CHEER SQUAD
www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.comMEDICAL INFO Running is a fun and easy way to stay healthy and your health is our paramount concern. This is why we have put this section in your instructions to ensure you have a fun and enjoyable race. CURRENT HEALTH Many people run everyday without issue, but it is important that you talk to your doctor if you have current ongoing health concernsbefore taking part in a competitive sport like this weekend. Running can aggravate ongoing conditions like Asthma, Diabetes or Heart Problems. MEDICATION AND PAINKILLERS You should also be very careful to avoid NSAID (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) medications whilst training and running. Drugs such as larger doses of aspirin, voltarol (diclofenac), ibuprofen (e.g Nurofen) and naproxen can cause kidney problems when combined with high intensity exercise, and in very rare cases can affect bowel function. This also applies to the use of creams for pain relief such as voltarol and ibuleve. If pain relief is required, please use paracetamol instead. Please discuss running the event with your GP if you take any of these medications regularly. Finally, drugs to dry up runny noses, which contain drugs such as pseudoephedrine or oxymetazoline, can increase your blood pressure and interfere with the heart’s electrical circuitry and so should be avoided for a few days prior to the event and not taken whilst training. Stimulants of any kind should not be used. Again, for any questions, please consult your GP. WEATHER It is really useful to spend the money on the correct running wear; weather related conditions such as Hyperthermia and Hypothermia can occur if the right precautions are not taken. Overheating and heat stroke is the most common medical issue at running events. Ensure you check the weather and dress accordingly. Don’t overdress at 0700 and expect it to stay that cold all day! www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com
MEDICAL INFO HYDRATION Ensure you plan the fluid intake you require; drinking too much or too little are both as dangerous. Take the time to work out how much fluid you have required during your training. Ensure if using supplements that you follow and read the manufacture guidance (please don’t take them on the day if you have never taken them before). For more information, please see hydration page later in this document. FEELING UNWELL? If you wake up and feel under the weather, whilst we cannot stop you from taking part, it is important to listen to your body and consider if you should. If you already have diarrhea and vomiting it is strongly recommended you stay at home! If you feel yourself getting confused or too hot, or very weak, this may be a sign of heat stroke and you must stop immediately and get help from one of the medical team. Heat stroke is a very serious condition. Those that suffer severe consequences are those that don’t listen to their body saying stop. SUMMARY Please take care and listen to your body Make sure you train properly, following a good training plan well ahead of race day Consult your GP if you have any medical problems or are taking medications. If you are feeling unwell before the race, DO NOT run If you become unwell during the race, stop and seek medical advice at the nearest first aid station Avoid taking NSAID medications / painkillers on race day Drink sensibly during the race and do not take too much or too few fluids Consult the manufacturers advice on consuming energy drinks or gels If you feel unwell after the race, seek advice www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com
HYDRATION Ensure you plan the fluid intake you require, drinking too much or too little are both as dangerous. Take the time to work out how much fluid you have required during your training. Ensure if using supplements that you follow and read the manufacture’s guidance (please don’t take them on the day if never taken before). HYDRATION LEVELS It is particularly important for marathon finishers to check hydration levels. Simple ways to measure your need for fluids is to check your weight and keep track of how much you are urinating. It is common to lose a few pounds of water weight during the marathon and therefore it is important to know your weight just before the race. If you have lost 2-5% (example 2% of 150lbs = 3lbs) then you have lost fluid and may be dehydrated. If you are urinating and have no symptoms then you should continue to take sips of sports drinks and water every 15-20 minutes. Once your urine is clear and you are urinating freely, stop taking sips and drink only when thirsty. www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com
TRAVEL INFO
There will be thousands of runners and supporters heading to Russell Park for the Bedford Run
Fest this year. Please plan your journey in advance, do not wait until the morning of the race to
decide how you are going to get to the start and always have a backup plan.
GETTING TO THE START - TRAIN
EVENT VILLAGE Bedford train station is on the Midland
Main Line from London St Pancras to
Russell Park,
the East Midlands. The train station is
The Embankment
located 0.5miles from Bedford Bus station
Bedford
and the town center. For more information
MK40 3RH
call:
+44 (0)8457 484950 or
visit the National Rail Journey Planner
EVENT PARKING
Longholme Way (MK42 0BT)
TAXI
Official event parking will be limited to 400 Taxis will be able to collect and drop you
spaces. Please allow 10min walk time to get close to the start on race day but they won’t
from the car park to the event village. be able to drop off / collect on the
Embankment between the hours of 7.30am -
PARKING COST - ALL DAY £5 PER CAR 12.00pm
ROAD CLOSURES Local taxi company contacts:
Anglia Cars: +44 1234 320032
The following road closures will be in place Bedford Taxis Fastline: +44 1234 811811
during the event: A1 Cars: +44 1234 364444
Embankment road between Lonholme Way -
Bushmead Ave GETTING DROPPED OFF
Start - 8:00 Sat 04.09.21
There are no drop offs in Russell Park. We
Finish - 16:30 Sun 05.09.21
recommend that you are dropped off at
Aspects Leisure Park (MK41 9LN) and walk
in. This will be a perfect warm up for your
race.
www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.comCHARITY IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO RAISE MONEY FOR ONE OF OUR AMAZING CHARITIES! Taking part in the Bedford Running Festival is a great way of raising money for good causes, and an extra motivation for you as a participant! Our official charity partners are waiting to hear from you: For more information please see our website: bedfordrunfest.co.uk/charities www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com
DON'T FORGET
2022 ENTRIES SPORTS MASSAGE
Entries for the Bedford Running Pre and post-race massage, physio and
Fesival 2022 will be open immediately treatments provided by The University of
after the races. An exclusive discount Bedfordshire will be available in the event
for this year’s finishers will be emailed village. Make sure you book a spot before
to you after your race. you run!
ON THE DAY ENTRIES
There will be a very limited amount of on RACE DAY PHOTOS
the day entries available this year. If your Get your race face ready! You will be
running buddy hasn’t signed up yet, there able to purchase official photos of your
is still a chance. See below for availability: race from Epic Action Imagery after
the event.
Bedford 5K - 50
Spring Half - 50
Twilight 10K - 50
VOLUNTEER
Bedford Half - 50 Any community event like the Bedford
Bedford 20 - Sold Out Running Festival cannot happen without
the help of volunteers. Volunteer posts
vary, so even if you only have a couple of
RUNNER SURVEYS hours to offer we would LOVE to have you.
We are always looking to improve our Roles range from being part of the finish line
runner experience and there is no better team, race info or manning a water station.
way to do this than to ask our customers -
YOU! We will be sending out an online ALL OF OUR VOLUNTEERS WILL RECEIVE
survey so you can let us know exactly how A TECH T-SHIRT AND FREE ENTRY TO ONE
you felt about the event. We know that OF OUR FUTURE RACES AS A THANK YOU
your time is precious so as a thank you, FOR THEIR HELP. IF YOU WOULD LIKE
anyone who completes the survey will be TO SIGN UP PLEASE EMAIL US AT:
offered a discounted place for 2022! volunteerbedford@gmail.com
www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.comTHANK YOU OUR SPONSORS OUR PARTNERS OUR CHARITIES www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk info.bedfordrunningfestival@gmail.com
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