Information and Competitor's Rules 2007
2007.....
7M Race Start 3pm at William de Yaxley C/E Junior School, Landsdowne Road, Yaxley
Run under UKA rules - SEAA Permit No. 7275 - course will be run on tarmac roads around Yaxley
Prizes: All runners will receive a Yaxley 7 memento and a goodie bag. The categories listed below will receive an engraved trophy or pillar and a 'River Nene' organic vegetable box.
The categories are:
1st, 2nd and 3rd male
1st, 2nd and 3rd female
Male vet categories 40+ 45+ 50+ 60 +
Female vet 35+ 40+ 45+ 55+
1st male and female Yaxley resident.
At the end of the race please leave your 'number' in the bin provided and
there will be a 'draw' from that bin during the presentation. Prizes will
then be awarded, which have been donated by Advance
Performance.
Medical back up - Drink Stations - Free Parking - Good changing/toilet facilities
Closing Date for Postal Entries: Tuesday 19th June, 2007
Fun runs off road. Toddler Trot 12:30pm. Junior Jog 1 12:40pm, Junior Jog 2 12:50pm, 2.5k Fun Run 1pm
Email enquiries to: yaxleyroadrace@yahoo.co.uk or visit our website: www.yaxley7.info
Please complete in BLOCK CAPITALS - (there will be no redress due to missing details) - and return with S.A.E (9"x6") to: Race Co-ordinator, 33 Chapel Street, Yaxley, Cambs, PE7 3LW.
Cheques/Postal orders payable to: Friends of William de Yaxley Junior School. Sorry, entry fees are not refundable. WARNING: NO S.A.E = NO ENTRY. Photocopies of the entry form are acceptable.
Marshalls will be withdrawn after 2 hours
Entry Costs:
7 Mile Race - Affiliated In Advance £6 (£1 extra on the day)
7 Mile Race - Unaffiliated In Advance £8 (£1 extra on the day)
Fun Runs - £2 on the day
2.5km Fun Run - £2 postal entry and on the day entry
1. All Entrants must read the Declaration.
Declaration: I agree to abide by the rules of the event and that the official's decision will be final. I confirm that I have no medical disabilities that would endanger myself or others taking part (and I will not run on the day if not fit). I understand that the organisers are not liable for any loss, damage or injury in any way. A signed entry form will be considered acceptance of the above declaration.
2. 7 Mile runners must be 15 years of age on or before 24.06.2007
3. 2.5km Fun runners must be aged 9 years of age on or before 24.06.07.
Competitor's Rules
Dear Competitor
We thank you for your entry and welcome you to the Yaxley 7 Mile Road Race.
Please read the following information carefully, it is for your benefit and safety to help maximise your enjoyment on the day.
Please refer to the map for free parking at the following places: Rainbow Supermarket on Bentley Avenue; The Maltings Shopping Centre on Landsdowne Road; The Recreation ground on Middletons Road; next to Yaxley Infants School on Main Street and The 3 Horseshoes Pub on Main Street.
Marshals will help direct you on entry to the village. Please avoid parking on roads on the course of the race.
The Start
The start for the 7M race will be at 3pm on Landsdowne Road in front of the school. Please enter the school by the left hand gate and follow signs to the school hall/ start.
Competitors
Competitors must be age 17 or over on the day of the race. Please arrive at least 45 mins before the race start, this will enable you to familiarise yourself with toilets, refreshments and the start and finish areas. Please only use the designated changing areas within the building. No competitor may enter or be accompanied by an animal. Please note the organisers cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage of your property. Entry fees are not refundable.
The Course
Starting in front of the William de Yaxley Junior School on Landsdowne Road, and finishing on the school field behind the school building. Twice round the village of Yaxley with downhill at one end and uphill at the other, with long flat straights in between. The course is run on tarmac roads and ending on grass playing field. It is a requirement for your safety and insurance purposes that all runners must run on the left-hand side of the road at all times. Failure to do so will result in disqualification, as the marshals will notice. (Don’t let it happen to you!)
The course has been measured by a qualified AAA course measurer using a Jones wheel and is ratified as accurate.
Running Number
To help us give you added safety cover, please complete (in waterproof ink) the reverse side of your running number, which will give us instant details for emergency or medical assistance. Should information details not be printed on the reverse side, please complete your name, person to contact and contact number, also note down clearly any information which may be essential in a medical emergency i.e. medication currently being taken or allergies, deafness, etc.
Your running number is specifically allocated to you, please do not exchange it with anyone without authorisation from the race director.
If through injury etc you wish to transfer your number, please contact the race director prior to race day if possible, or the registration control on race day. This can only be actioned by 2.30pm at the latest.
Should you run with a number not allocated to you and something happens during the race, this could lead to a serious situation.
Please note the medical staff are provided with a competitor list and will not be aware of any changes unless notified in advance.
Numbers must be attached to the front of your running top, please note that mutilation or non-display of your number could lead to disqualification.
Clothing
Please wear clothing befitting a running event, do not remove your vest until you have cleared the finish tunnels, this could lead to disqualification.
Drink Stations
The first station will be situated at approx 1 mile which is passed again at 4 miles (Opposite The Farmers restaurant on Broadway). The second station is at 2.5 miles and is passed again at 5.5 miles (In front of the Yaxley Infants school). Water will also be available on the school field at the end of the race.
Athletes should be aware of dangers of dehydration during a race. It is important to maintain correct body fluids by drinking sufficient, especially during warm weather conditions.
Race Retirement
Should any runner retire at any time during the race, you must inform the nearest marshal. Do not just drop out without letting the organisers know. You will still qualify for the race memento but will not be recorded in the results. Race fees are not refundable. There will be a sweep vehicle following the race, which can take you back to the school.
Spectators
We welcome spectators but please advise them not to venture onto the course. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the fun and entertainment at the Yaxley Village Fair, which will be taking place on the William de Yaxley school field at the same time.
At the finish
- Try not to collapse or stop once you have crossed the finish line. Remain in the order you finished and move forwards through the finish funnels.
- Do not obscure your number or remove your vest until out of the funnels.
- It is important that when you have finished your race not to run back along the course and run in with another runner, as this can cause double entry of numbers, which will cause incorrect results.
- Take all the free drinks you require in the recovery area.
Timing and Results
Competitors will be timed to the second they cross the line. Results will be displayed in the school hall after the race and will be available on the website www.yaxley7.info .
Time Keeper
Mr Laurie Miles
Race Starter
Mr Laurie Miles
Referee
Mr Keith Hall
The referees’ decision will be final.
Entries on the day
There will be entries on the day but will only be taken up to 2.30pm at the very, very latest. Price: £2 extra ie £8 & £10
Presentation of prizes will take place at the earliest opportunity and no later that 4.45 p.m. There will be only one prize per person and if you are the winner of a second category the prize will go to the next placed runner.
Spot Draw This will be take place with the presentation.
The organising Committee hope you enjoy the race and look forward to seeing you and your friends and families on 24 th June 2007. If you have any further queries please contact Val Stone on 01733 242445 or Alex Ashcroft on 01733 245832, or visit our website www.yaxley7.info or email yaxleyroadrace@yahoo.co.uk.
Yours sincerely
Val Stone
Race Director
On behalf of the organising team.
