Ali Brownlee 5K

Postponed to September 2021

Date

TBC

Start line

Centre Square

Time

Start 10.00

Take part

Enter event

Event information

We are privileged to have become the guardians of the Ali Brownlee Riverside 5K Fun Run.

Ali was a well-known radio broadcaster who continues to be fondly remembered for his incredible community fundraising work.

Find out all about Ali Brownlee

Runners of all abilities are welcome and fantastic local support is guaranteed.

The Ali Brownlee 5K 2020 is certain to be a fun, friendly and rewarding experience for everyone.

Entry

Entries for the 2020 Ali Brownlee Riverside 5K are now open

Entrants must be 11 years or over on event day.

Run For All encourages and supports participation from runners of all abilities. Please contact us in advance with any specific requirements.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Chip timing
Finisher’s goody bag
Quality tech T-shirt
Exclusive medal
A fantastic experience!

Event timings

08.15	Race office, baggage store and assembly zones open
09.45	Ali Brownlee 5K warm up
10.00	Ali Brownlee 5K starts

Route Map

View route map

Elevation Map

Facilities

Race office

The race office will be open on Saturday morning from 8.15am.

Baggage store

Runners will be able to deposit their baggage free of charge at our baggage store.

Drink stations

Bottled water has been kindly provided by the Asda Foundation throughout the course and at the finish. Competitors are advised to ensure that they consider the effects of dehydration and drink plenty of fluids to compensate.

Support & entertainment

A variety of performers and charity cheerleaders will be on hand to keep you motivated around the course. If you are an entertainer and would like to join us please click here.

Event village

The Ali Brownlee 5K partners with several local and national charities will be on hand in Centre Square to meet and greet runners and to raise awareness of the important work they do.

First aid

Should you find you require medical assistance, personnel will be on hand to help at regular intervals on the course with fixed first aid stations located near to the water stations. In addition there will be a first aid unit and recovery area located near to the finish.

Food and Drink

There are a number of bars and cafés in the area that will be sure to welcome spectators and participants, and are often bursting with atmosphere after the event.

Headphones

Running in headphones is permitted. However, it is vital you can still hear marshals’ instructions, emergency vehicles and fellow competitors throughout the event, so please set your volume accordingly.

Why not try out some UKA approved Aftershokz?

Race number information

Race number Collection

The Ali Brownlee 5K is collection only

Further details will be shared nearer to the event.

Using your race number bib

Timing chip

Your timing chip is affixed to your race number, do not attempt to remove or fold the chip. Do not pierce the chip with safety pins.
Bib number

Wear your chipped bib number on your chest on the outer layer of clothing e.g. if a running jacket is worn, wear your number on top of this. Do not obscure/ cover your bib number + chip with a bum bag/ running belt.
Arm position

We encourage runners not to position their arms to start/stop a personal timing device on or right in front of the bib whilst running over the timing mats themselves as this impedes the signal. Arms can be positioned slightly away from the body, or the devices can be started/stopped when the runner isn’t on the actual mat.
Keep your number safe

Race numbers are not interchangeable and entries cannot be assigned, transferred, sold or gifted to any third party. Do not under any circumstances allow anybody else to run with your race number. Amongst other issues, this can create major problems for the medical team should they need to treat unknown runners.
Your memento

Your bib & timing chip does not need to be collected in after the event and is yours to keep a memento of your race day!

Can't run anymore?

Race numbers cannot be interchangeable and entries cannot be assigned, transferred, sold or gifted to any third party. Do not under any circumstances allow anybody else to run with your race number. Amongst other issues, this can create major problems for the medical team should they need to treat unknown runners. Anyone found to have done this will be disqualified

Fundraising

Partner charities

If you have requested a fundraising pack from one of the event's partner charities, this should be with you soon. If you have not received your fundraising pack at least 4 weeks before the event, please contact the partner charity you have selected directly.