Sunday 11th July 2021

Event start at 9.30am

Blackpool's Middle Walkway, North Promenade FY1 2JQ

• Event Intro
• Event HQ
• Entry
• Awards & Prizes
• Runners Info

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 ABOUT THE RUN
A fast course around the coastal front of Blackpool... Its a little cracker with a great atmosphere. The event is suitable for all types of runner, fast and slow, young and old. As always a warm FCR welcome awaits you. The route is wheelchair friendly, and we also welcome nordic and power walkers.

The route takes in the upper and lower walkways of Blackpool's North Promenade. 

As with all the FCR courses, the route is a certified accurate 10k distance by the Association of UK Course Measurers. The event is licensed by UK Athletics and organised under their rules. 

RACE HQ
The event headquarters is on the Middle Walkway on Blackpool's North Promenade.

At race HQ you will find the registration desks where you can collect your race number. There are also plenty of toilets and baggage storage including the location for the presentation after the event.

Parking Information

Entry into the event is open to everyone of all abilities as long as you are aged over 15 on the day of the race.  Online entry is the quickest method and we do not charge a transaction or handling fee for debit/credit cards.

CLICK TO ENTER NOW

Entry Type	EARLY BIRD until 31 Dec 2020	STANDARD ENTRY ​from 1 Jan 2021
Standard Entry	£15.00	£18.00
UKA / ARC Members	£13.00	£16.00
FCR Club Members	£10.40	£12.80

There may be entries available on the day (don't risk it though), and these will be charged £5 extra. Postal entries will not be accepted. Entry terms & conditions apply to all entries.

AWARDS & PRIZES
All runners receive a commemorative medal at the finish line, along with drinks and snacks to help you recover from your run. Individual race winners are awarded prizes in the following categories:
First 3 Male winners in the race
First 3 Lady winners in the race
First Junior Male (aged 15-17)
First Junior Lady (aged 15-17)

First Male Veteran over 40/45/50/55/60/65/70+
First Lady Veteran over 35/40/45/50/55/60/65+

The awards presentation will take place at the registration area at 11.00am sharp. Please listen out for announcements on the PA system. You need to ensure you are there to collect your prize, as they cannot be posted after the event.

• Route Information
• Venue & Registration
• Race Day Itself
• Pacers

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The entire route is marshalled and signed for the duration of the event.

The route you are running on is open to the public so be aware of pedestrians and cyclists. The course is traffic free.

Route Information

• Water Stations - Water is available at the start of the race, 3.5k and 7k on the course and at the finish
• Medics - Medical service is available at the start/finish and on the course provide by cycle responders
• Sweep Bus - If you cannot complete the course, a vehicle will bring you back to the start/finish/registration

• Pre-Race Bib Number Collection is available from the week before at the Events Office at Unit 1a Hoo Hill Estate, Blackpool FY3 7HJ

• On the Day Bib Number Collection is open for you to collect your race pack from 7.30am until 9.15am.

Location
The registration marquees are located on the Middle Walkway (adjacent to the main promenade road), opposite the Grand and Imperial Hotels. The postcode is FY1 2JQ. There are also toilets installed here for use by runners. Baggage storage is also located within the Registration area. Items are left entirely at owners risk and is not manned by race staff during the event. 

What you need
When you come to collect your race pack we advise you bring with you a copy of your entry confirmation, either on paper, or on your phone. Don't worry if you don't, as long as you are on the confirmation list, everything will be fine. All the race packs are in alphabetical order.

What is in the race pack
In your envelope you will find your bib number which needs to be securely attached to the front of your running top. Safety pins are available if required.  The timing chip tags are already attached to your number, so do not remove, cover, fold or tear it.

T-Shirt Collection
If you have pre-ordered a commemorative race t-shirt, these can be collected from the Registration Area whilst collecting your race pack.

Race Day
Arrive in plenty of time to allow you to park; collect your race pack; get changed and visit the toilet etc. Just before the start the toilets become busy so plan your visit carefully. When you’ve got your running number from the race pack, fill in the medical information section on the back. Be careful not to damage or lose your number, as replacements can’t be issued. If there’s a risk you may blackout during the race (for example if you suffer from fits), put a red cross on the front of your number. Please pin your number on your FRONT without folding or covering it - it needs to be seen by the race marshals. Do not pass your running number onto somebody else without first notifying registration - this is to ensure the results are correct and for obvious safety and medical reasons. When you are happy that you are ready to run, make your way to the start area. The route to the start point is clearly marked. Line up behind the start line, where there will be a few safety announcements and then the race will start at 9.30am sharp. The route you are running on is open to the public so be aware of pedestrians and cyclists. The course is traffic free. We advise that you do not wear iPods or similar devices whilst running. You may not hear marshals or indeed fellow runners if they need help! At the finish you will be awarded with your runners medal. 

Dropping Out, Slower Runners & Walking
If you have to drop out for any reason, and you cannot make your own way back to the race venue to collect your belongings, then make your situation known to a course steward or a member of the medic crew. Arrangements will be made to pick you up and bring you back. Priority will be made in cases of injury or illness. If you are very slow, but are determined to finish, on-course facilities may become less available. Our team at the rear of the field will endeavour to give you support and advice. At some point, perhaps through tiredness, cramp, blisters, etc, you may be forced to walk. If this happens you must move as far to the left hand side as possible to allow runners to overtake.

What if I am ill or injured?
You must be fit and well to compete in the event. Severe exertion during or soon after any illness is extremely dangerous. Do not take any chances with your health. If you find yourself in this situation you must withdraw. But do not despair! Email us at least 7 days before the race and we can defer your entry to the following year for free so you do not loose your entry fee.

The FCR Pacing Team will be on the start line ready to guide you around the course in your desired time. The pacing times are as follows:

• 45 Minutes
• 50 Minutes
• 55 Minutes
• 60 Minutes
• 65 Minutes
​• 70 Minutes

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