Sunday 15 July 2018

starting at 10am
from Fairhaven Lake, Inner Promenade, Lytham St Annes FY8 1BD.
  • Race Info
  • Race HQ
  • Entry
  • Awards & Prizes
  • Runners Info
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ABOUT THE RUN
A fast and flat course around Lytham St Annes and Fairhaven Lake. Traffic free and great for runners of all abilities and ages. This race limit has been increased to 1000 as last year the event sold out weeks before at 900. So please enter early to avoid disappointment.
The race venue is the Fairhaven Lake, Lytham St Annes FY8 1BD. The registration area is open from 8am for number collection and entries on the day (if available). There is also hot and cold refreshments available. Toilets are situated directly outside. Baggage storage area is in the cafe. There are no changing or showers facilities within the venue. The registration area is on the opposite side of the lake from previous years. Click the link below for full venue information.
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.
Entry into the event is open to everyone of all abilities as long as you are aged over 17 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.

The entry fee is £20 for UKA Club Runners, £22 for unattached/fun runners
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.

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 Male Veteran over 40/45/50/55/60/65/70+
First Lady Veteran over 35/40/45/50/55/60/65+
First UKA Club Male Team (4 to count)
First UKA Club Lady Team (4 to count)

The awards presentation will be at the registration area at approximately 12.30pm.
Click below for route map
REGISTRATION
You need to collect your race number on race day. The registration opens at 8am. Please bring your entry confirmation with you when collecting your race number. There is an enquiry desk if you have any problems or questions about the event. Don't forget to attach your race number to the front of your running top, pins are provided if needed.
HOW TO GET TO THE RACE
By Car: Exit the M55 at junction 4 and follow signs for Lytham St Annes. Proceed along Squires Gate Lane passing Blackpool Airport. When you reach the Prom, turn left towards Lytham St Annes. When you reach the town, turn right to the Pier, then left along St Annes Promenade. Fairhaven Lake is 1.5 miles along the Promenade on the right hand side.
CAR PARKING
There are two large car parks on either side of Fairhaven Lake. These are pay and display facilities. There is ample car parking for all runners.
RACE DAY
Arrive in plenty of time to allow you to park, register if necessary and get changed. Just before the start the toilets will become busy so please plan your visit carefully. When you’ve got your runner number, please 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), please 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 notifying registration first. This is to ensure the results are correct and for obviously 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. There will be a few short safety announcements and then the race will start at 10.00am sharp. The route you are running on is open to the public so be aware of some traffic, pedestrians and cyclists. 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. There is water available and also medics should they be needed.
WATER STATIONS & COURSE AID
Water stations are located at regular intervals on the route. Bottled water is available to all runners. The bottle cap will be removed before being passed to you. The station will be clearly signed. Please try and drop your bottles as soon as possible so we don’t litter the course too much. It also helps the crew at the stations to pick the bottles up quicker. A water station is also located at the finish area. Medics are available throughout the course on bikes and at the finish. If you get into any difficulties on the course you should alert a steward or medic who will be able to help you.
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 lose your entry fee.

Results are available live during the race with our chip timing system