Britains ocean city running series faq
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Yes! All three races will take place on Sunday 5th September at the Plymouth Hoe!
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Yes, all three races have a Finishers medal that you will receive when you cross the Finish line.
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We are still preparing and planning due to the uncertainty we have experienced. Full details will be announced closer to Race day, make sure to follow our facebook page and Instagram for future updates!
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Start times will be officially revealed next week! Follow our facebook and instagram page to ensure you don’t miss the announcement!
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If you feel you aren’t able to complete your chosen race and would like to take on a different one please email daniel@redrokevents.co.uk. On the day, you can withdraw from the race by removing your Race number and stepping off the route.
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Yes, all three routes are featured on their respective event pages. You can also find them posted onto our Facebook and Instagram pages!
EDITING MY DETAILS
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This can be changed anytime before the event. On your receipt you would have received a login link to your registration. Through here you can edit your details and amend them as you wish.
For your login information please email daniel@redrokevents.co.uk
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This can be changed until 4 weeks prior to the event (for races that have race packs delivered). On your receipt you would have received a login link to your registration. Through here you can edit your details and amend them as you wish.
Once the Race Packs are sent out (if an applicable event) you will not be able to change your address details
For your login details please email daniel@redrokevents.co.uk
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please email your correct estimated completion time to daniel@redrokevents.co.uk and we will change this for you.
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Yes you can, please email daniel@redrokevents.co.uk with your entry details and what Race you would like to be changed over to.
Rules and regulations
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No, you can only hand your Race Number over if you have completed the Transfer form. You can access this through your login link to your registration.
For more information please email daniel@redrokevents.co.uk
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No, as stated in our terms and conditions it is against our rules to either use a running buggy or to run with a Dog. Blind or partially sighted runners can be accompanied by a guide runner but we must be informed prior to the event. Please email daniel@redrokevents.co.uk
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No, not under any circumstances are you allowed to participate in our races without a Race Number. If your number has not arrived prior to the event please email daniel@redrokevents.co.uk.
If you run without a number on the day of the event you will be asked to step off the road and disqualified from the event.
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You can run in fancy dress as long as you are wearing appropriate running trainers and ensure you are hydrated. For any props or heavy euipment you would like to run with please email details and pictures to redrokevents.co.uk. We will investigate and let you know if it’s safe to use in our running events.
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Please avoid wearing headphones – there could be a need for emergency vehicles to access the route or you could miss Marshal instructions and finally you will not be able to enjoy the amazing race atmosphere!
WHEELCHAIR ENTRIES
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Unforutnately we do not allow ayone to be pushed around our courses in a wheelchair. If you are a wheelchair user and self propelled please email daniel@redrokevents.co.uk to confirm the course is suitable for you.
RACE PACKS
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For the Britain’s Ocean City Half Marathon, Plymouth 10k and plymouth 5k we post out race packs to your home address. These are sent out in batches with the first set of numbers posted out 4 weeks before the event. The last batch is sent out 2 weeks prior to Race Day.
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Your race pack should contain the following:
- Race Number
- Timing Chip to give you an accurate race time
- Athlete information sheet (please ensure you read this)
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Once you have received your race pack the most important thing to do now is read all the information provided. This is important race preparation and will ensure your day is more enjoyable.
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If your race pack does not arrive please email Daniel@redrokevents.co.uk team will verify your entry and give you details as to how you can collect a replacement pack on race weekend.
Withdrawal Policy
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If your entry is accepted, your fee is not refundable. You can transfer your entry to a new runner, using the official transfer process but you cannot defer your entry for the following year.
Please email daniel@redrokevents.co.uk for a transfer link.
RESULTS
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You can view all results online here at www.runplymouth.co.uk/results
Results are normally uploaded within 24 hours of the Race Finish.
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If you feel your details are listed wrong on the website please email info@eventwest.co.uk with the following details
- Race Number
- Full Name
- Details of what needs to be changed
General Waste & Recycling
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As Britain’s Ocean City we are environmentally concious to the impact our events have on the city. For all our events we are taking steps to reduce the use of Plastic bottles. Sweeper vans collect all plastic bottles and waste after the last runner and this waste is recycled. None of it goes to a landfill and all bottles are recycled.