Essex New Years Day Races

Chip Timing

Custom designed medal

Aid Stations

Parking

Prizes

Start Times:
10:00am: Half Marathon
1:00pm: 10km and 5km
2:00pm: 2.2km Fun Run – Good Riddance 2020

Registration:
08.30-09.45: Half Marathon
10.15-12.45: 10km and 5km
13:00-13:45: Fun run

Debden Airfield, Carver Barracks, Water Ln, Wimbish, Saffron Walden CB10 2YA

17yrs - Half Marathon | 15yrs - 10K | 12 yrs- 5K | 2.2K - no minimum age

Disused airfield - flat, tarmac course with no sharp corners. Surrounding tree cover makes for relatively still wind conditions on most days.

Entry includes a processing fee which is the higher of a £1 or 6% of the race cost.

There will be one drinks station on the lap with water in 200ml cups. Our marshals will be available to restock the water supplies. If you prefer you can bring your own hydration/supplies for the event but it must be carried on your person while you take part. There will also be water available, self-service style, at the finish.

We actively welcome support and involvement from local communities, businesses and individuals. If you would like to find out more about marshalling, sponsorship or group bookings please contact us at the address below.

Due to current restrictions all event staff and volunteers will need to confirm that they have not been unwell in the 14 days leading up to the event. This also applies to Spectators and competitors. For this reason we are discouraging spectators from attending the event. If you would like more info on this event please use the email address below:

Health
It is important that you are fit to run and have not experienced any Covid-19 symptoms in the 14 days leading up to the event. You should not attend the event if you have.

Race Numbers
Please wear your number pinned to the front of your vest.

Parking and Transport
Ample free parking is available at the venue.

Changing and Bag Storage
We will not be providing a changing area, therefore please come changed and ready to race. There will be a baggage area.

Toilets
Toilets will be provided for the event.

Refunds
ActiveTrainingWorld do not offer transfers or deferrals for this event or any events listed on the website. If you are unable to attend due to illness, injury, family bereavement, jury service you will only be eligible for a refund on production of official evidence: Positive Covid-19 test result, Doctor’s note, Death Certificate etc.

We want you to book with confidence so, if this event can no longer go ahead, and a postponement date isn’t found, you will be offered a virtual run or a refund of your entry fee. (processing fees are non-refundable)