Get Up and Running in Bradford 2010
On Sunday 17th October at 9.00am, runners of every age and
ability will take in the sights as they head through
picturesque parks, streets and countryside in the
Bradford City Run 2010.
Join in the second year of this highlight event of the running calendar…
Once again, the event comprises “many races in one,” with options
for all abilities – whether you’re completely new to running, or out
to get a personal best.
The Half Marathon and Relay will take you through some of the
most magnificent local countryside in England, before finishing
in Bradford’s famous Lister Park (winner of the Best British
Park award in 2006). The 5K Fun Run, Kids Races and
Event Village will also be held in Lister Park.
nothing better than that rush of adrenaline as you
join the crowds at the starting line!
Are you keen to get fit, but dont know where to start? We're looking for six willing volunteers to take part in our 5k race - you'll have full online training support with a personal coach as well as free gym sessions (at Jury's Inn Bradford), and we've even thrown in free sports kit and running trainers, courtesy of www.sportsshoes.com
The countdown begins soon for training, so we need to hear from you by 17 September 2010.
Dont be scared, face your exercise demons and let us help you get fighting fit. If youre interested in applying, email hello@wonderberry.co.uk with your details and a short description
of why you'd be perfect for the challenge.
This race is open to anyone over 16, and is for all abilities, so you can enjoy the event as quickly or slowly as you please. Starting in the centre of Bradford at the iconic Alhambra Theatre, the route takes you through Bradford City before wending its way through the iconic Brontë Countryside, before finishing in front of the crowds back in the beautiful Lister Park (Distance: 13.1 miles).
Be crowned King or Queen
of the Mountain
This year’s Half Marathon course offers a special prize for the ‘Fastest Man’ and ‘Fastest Woman’ up the 1 in 5 Highgate Hill at the end of the course just before the decent into Lister Park. A special winner’s jersey will be presented. Fancy your chances? If not, why not join in the excitement by emailing us with what you think the winning times will be! winningtimes@bradfordcityrun.com.
If you don’t fancy covering the whole course yourself, how about covering part of it as a 4 person relay team? The relay is open to anyone over 16, so what better way to experience a section of this scenic course. If speed is your game, the shorter distances are perfect (but make sure you get the right person in place for Highgate Hill!) Or if you’d like to fund raise how about passing a charity flag or banner from runner to runner or walker to walker!
5k Fun Run
This event is open to anyone who’s 9 and over, so it’s ideal for all the family (push chairs welcome!) The course is designed as loops around Lister Park so ideal for fancy dress and supporters! The Event Village and the Kids’ Races will also be held in Lister Park - it’ll be buzzing.
3K & 1K Kids’ Races
This year we have two junior distances: 3k and 1K for ages 9 to 15 (see How to Enter for race categories). The races will also be held in Lister Park, so mums, dads, friends and family can all support each other in one place.
Best Running School
This grand silver cup donated by Bradford old boy Simon Price is up for grabs for the school with the most entries (…and teachers count!) You don’t have to run; you can walk, hop or skip with 2 legs (or how about a 3 legged race?!) your way round the 1k, 3k or 5k course - let’s hear it for our schools. (click here for a Schools Entry Form, £50 gets you all in!)
The Event Village will be in Lister Park this year, where the Half Marathon ends and all other events take place. Watch this space for details or to exhibit at the village, please contact the organisers.
