Event information
This 5K event celebrates the "Voice of the Boro", Ali Brownlee. This much-loved radio broadcaster is remembered for his passionate commentary of Middlesbrough F.C. from 1982 to 2016, as well as his amazing community fundraising work.
We invite anyone and everyone aged 11 and up to come and remember this Middlesbrough legend at a fantastic twilight run. No matter your ability or reason for being there, we would love to see you at the start line.
Entry
Entries for the Ali Brownlee 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
- Exclusive medal
- A fantastic experience!
Entry for runners aged 11-18
Entrants under 18 require permission from a parent or guardian to enter.
To enter someone who is under 18, you will need to put the details of someone aged over 18 in the 'Your information' section on the online entry form.
You will then need to select the 'Minor' entry form tab and put the actual entrant's information here.
Event timings
| 16.30 | Race Office, Baggage Store and Assembly Zones open |
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| 18.15 | Ali Brownlee 5K warm up |
| 18.30 | Ali Brownlee 5K starts |
Route Map
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Elevation Map
Subject to change.
Facilities
Race Office
The Race Office will be open on Friday from 4.30pm.
Baggage Store
Runners will be able to deposit their baggage free of charge at our baggage store.
Drink stations
Bottled water is available at the finish. Competitors are advised to ensure that they consider the effects of dehydration and drink plenty of fluids to compensate.
Event Village
The Ali Brownlee 5K partners with several local and national charities. They will be in the Event Village 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
SHOKZ – approved headphones for RUN FOR ALL events
Using bone conduction technology award winning SHOKZ (formerly AfterShokz) deliver stereophonic sound through your cheekbones to your inner ear.
This means you can enjoy your music and still hear everything around you including traffic, emergency vehicles and other warning noises as well as race instructions from marshals and fellow competitors -potentially preventing accidents caused by traditional headphones and earbuds that block out these sounds.
Exclusively approved for use by UK Athletics. Official Headphone Partners of England, Scottish, Welsh Athletics and Athletics Northern Ireland.
15% discount offer.
There is a 15% discount offer for all Run for All entrants. To receive this discount, entrants must purchase SHOKZ headphones via Up & Running and use a specific code. To receive this discount code, please contact our admin team via our contact us form here.
Race number information
Race number collection
The Ali Brownlee 5K is a collection-only event. You will be able to collect your race number on event day.
The Race Office will open from 4:30 pm. Subject to change.
Using your race number bib
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
Road Closure Information
Interactive Road Closure Map
Additional Road Closure Information
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.
Sponsors
Sponsors
The Ali Brownlee 5K is brought to you with the support of the following sponsors and partners
FAQs
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