UKA Licence Number: 2023-
The Kirste 5 Memorial Race 2023 – Sunday 23rd July 2023
NEW Race Village on Grove Woods and Playing Fields, Katherine Close, Rayleigh, Essex. SS6 8UH
Due to the nature of the course, race entries will be limited and closing date is 17th July.
Entries on the day if race not full.
Raced under UKA Rules
There is also a 1 mile Family Run, open to all – pre- entry & on the day.
Commemorative Medal to All Finishers.
Local and National COVID-19 restrictions will be adhered to and cancellation may still occur, with refunds given accordingly.
— RACE NUMBERS TO BE COLLECTED ON THE MORNING OF THE RACE —
Due to the increase in walkers, we are organising a special start for those wishing to walk the race.
This will start at 10:10am, directly after the Family Run start at 10am, and prior to the main run at 10:30am.
All profits from this race will be donated equally between Macmillan Cancer Support, and Southend Hospital Breast Cancer Unit.
I am sure Kirste would have welcomed pink attire.
The issuing and acceptance of a Race Number confirms entrants have read and understood the following, and agree to adhere to the following Terms/Conditions/FAQ’s.
https://thekirste5memorialrace.org/terms-conditions-of-entry/
https://thekirste5memorialrace.org/faqs/
Participating athletes agree that we may publish your Personal Information as part of the results of the Event and may pass such information to the governing body or any affiliated organisation for the purpose of insurance, licences or for publishing results either for the event alone or combined with or compared to other events. Results may include (but not be limited to) name, any club affiliation, race times, occupation and age category.
FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
You must be 15 years old or above on the day of the race.
There is no age limit for the 1 mile fun run.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
There is limited car parking in the Woods car-park. Once these are full we ask entrants to park SENSIBLY and WITH DUE CARE on surrounding streets. Please be aware of BUS ROUTES, and ensure your car does not block their access.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
https://thekirste5memorialrace.org/contact-page/
What’s the refund policy?
In the unlikely event that The Kirste 5 Memorial event has to be cancelled, delayed or postponed due to circumstances outside of our control, such as extreme weather or instruction from Emergency Services, no refunds will be payable.
Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
Entries and race numbers are not transferable to another participant within 1 week of the race date, or at the Race Directors discretion.
Can I register on the day?
Yes, if we have not sold out.
Please note that all race packs will be available to collect on the morning of the race.
Is there first aid?
First Aid cover is supplied.
Is there a fun run for kids?
Yes
– 1 mile course
Are there toilets at the start?
There are toilets (porta loos/urinals) at the start/finish area.
Is the course suitable for wheelchairs?
We feel that the course is not suitable for people wanting to bring wheelchairs or pushchairs.
Is the course suitable for Walkers, and Nordic Walking?
YES! We feel that the course is suitable for Walking, Nordic Walking. We have a slightly earlier start for our walkers, last year this was a 10:10am start.
Can I wear headphones?
If you want to, but we feel that may jeopardise your own safety and limit your enjoyment.
Entrants do so at their own risk.
Can I run with my dog?
UKA Rules stipulate not, sorry.
Entrants acknowledge and agree that:
I should only undertake such an activity to a level which reflects my level of fitness;
I am responsible for monitoring my own physical condition prior to and during participation in the Event;
I agree that my participation in the Event is for recreational and/or charity fundraising purposes only and I will not participate in the Event for any commercial or business purpose.
The Event organiser will have no liability to the Participant for any loss of profit, loss of business, business interruption, or other loss of business opportunity.
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VIRTUAL 2020 is now closed.
Raced under UKA Rules – Permit Number: 2020-38938
Our Virtual race remains open:
ENTER THE VIRTUAL RACE HERE
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions of Entry,
and FAQ’s prior to entering.
ENTRY CLOSES 21st JULY, OR WHEN FULL !
PLEASE DO NOT SWOP RACE NUMBERS.
IF YOU CAN NO LONGER RACE THERE WILL BE A DEDICATED WEBPAGE TO TRANSFER YOUR NUMBER TO ANOTHER RUNNER.
PLEASE DO NOT ALLOW ANOTHER RUNNER TO USE YOUR RACE NUMBER, AS THIS COMPROMISES OUR RESULTS, AND THEIR SAFETY.
We are proudly inclusive of all members of the LGBT+ community and we welcome entrants as female, male or non-binary.
We are committed to ‘spreading the message far and wide that there is no room for homophobia, transphobia and biphobia in sport’ by signing up to the Sports Charter.
Raced under UKA Rules – Permit Number: 2020-38938
The Kirste 5 Memorial Race is responsible for the personal data it holds about you.
Your personal data will be:
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Processed lawfully, fairly and in a transparent manner,
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Collected for specified, explicit and legitimate purposes and processed accordingly,
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Adequate, relevant and limited to the purpose it was collected for,
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Accurate and kept up-to-date,
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Corrected or removed without delay if incorrect,
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Not kept for longer than required for the intended purposes,
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Processed so that it is kept securely.
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