Event information
The Thirteen Middlesbrough 3K is returning to the Run For All calendar!
Taking place after the Thirteen Middlesbrough 10K, this 3K is a fantastic distance for runners of all abilities ages three and up.
We encourage children of all backgrounds and abilities to take part in the Fun Run, including those with disabilities and any other special considerations. Please get in touch so we can help you and them have the best experience.
All finishers will be rewarded with a goody bag and that all-important medal to show off to friends!
Important entry information
Registering a runner aged between 3 and 8 years old:
Using the Aged 18+ entry type, register the adult and within the booking process the system will ask you to provide the full name and age of the child you are registering.
Registering a runner aged between 9 and 17 years old:
Entries must be completed by a parent/guardian aged 18 years or over on behalf of the child.
Enter with a peace of mind
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For a small fee, this will give you insurance should you be unable to take part in the event. You can cancel your entry and receive a refund on your entry fee up to 48 hours before the event.
Important Note
Do not under any circumstances allow anybody else to run with a race number under your name.
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.
Claim free entries
We have 100 free entries to give away to schools and registered community groups in Middlesbrough.
Group application form
Entries will be allocated on a first come, first served basis so don’t miss your chance for your group to get involved. To secure your free entries, please fill out the below and send it to info@runforall.com
Download here
Race Number Information
Collecting your race number is the main thing to remember on race day.
The Race Office will be open from 09:30 and will be located in the Event Village, on Centre Square.
On the day Information
All you need to know
Warm Up
All runners are required to assemble on the start line for a warm- up before they get going.
To help our participants feel ready and raring to go, we will be delivering a warm-up on the start line at 11:00.
At the Start and Finish
Please note that the start line is located on Centre Square.
Once crossing the finish line, all runners are asked to collect their goodies including that all-important medal and a selection of goodies once they cross the finish line.
Participants will then be directed to the collection point by our team of friendly volunteers where they'll be able to meet up with their parents or guardians if needed.
Baggage
There isn’t a baggage store for this event so participants are asked to leave their bags and any extra clothes with family and friends.
Family support?
We're sure lots of fans are coming to support you! Please get them to head to the start/finish line so they can see you zoom past them and collect your finishers medal.
Left Clothing
Please note that any clothing left anywhere on the start line will be donated to charity.
Photos
Smile! The Marathon Photos team will be on course throughout the event to snap your picture.
Photographs can be purchased at marathonphotoslive.com. Should you not wish for your photo to be used in this way, please e-mail info@runforall.com prior to race day.
Keeping Middlesbrough green
We are committed to keeping Middlesbrough green and we understand the importance of doing our bit for the environment. Bins will be provided across the event site and we urge people to use the facilities provided.
Let’s work together to keep Middlesbrough green and encourage other runners to do the same.
Route map
Route map
Travel
Check out your travel options below.
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All routes into the city centre are accessible from the south, you can travel from the A174 and A172 from the north, you can travel down on the A19 and A66.
For parking information, please click here to view all the council car parks locations. We would advise that you read our road closure poster to see what car parks will be effected on the day.
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For locations of cycle routes and bike racks please click here
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Regular services run to Middlesbrough railway station, this is approximately a 10 minute walk to the start.
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Walkers can access the venue from any direction, irrespective of road closures.
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