Event information
The York Mini and Junior Run sponsored by Xerox Business Solutions is a great way to get active this year!
Please see the distances below.
| Event | Distance | Age |
| Mini | 1.5KM | Age between 3 & 8. All children must run with a parent or guardian. |
| Junior | 2.5KM | Ages between 9 & 14 |
Open to runners aged three and up, of all backgrounds and abilities, this popular local event is a fantastic day out for all the family.
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 young runner aged between 3 and 8 years old:
- The adult running must put another adults emergency contact details when asked during the registration process. Please do not enter your own information here.
Registering a young runner aged between 9 and 14 years old:
- Entries must be completed by a parent/guardian aged 18 years or over on behalf of the child.
- The adult must log in to their own account when registering their child. If you do not have an account, you can create one.
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.
Event timings
| 12.00 | York Junior start time |
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| 12.03 | York Mini start time |
Claim free entries
Thanks to the incredible support of our sponsors Xerox Business Solutions, we have 100 free entries to give away to schools and registered community groups in York.
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 7:30 and will be located in the Event Village, on the Knavesmire Road.
On the day Information
All you need to know
At the Start and Finish
Please note that the start line for both events is located on the Knavesmire.
The Junior race starts at 12:00, followed by the Mini race at 12:03 (approx).
Once crossing the finish line, all mini and juniors 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
Parking
Parking for the Mini and Junior run will be available on Knavesmire Road, the same at the 10K – easily reached from across the city and with ample onsite free parking. Please take extra care when parking as this area will be busy with lots of excited runners!
Dedicated event parking will be held on the grounds by York Racecourse, located off Bishopthorpe Road. Signage will be in place on event day. Event parking will be available between 10am and 1pm.
Family support?
Please may all supporters head down to the start and finish line so that they can watch all participants fly by!
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.
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 around 11:50.
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 York green
We are committed to keeping York 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 York green and encourage other runners to do the same.
Route map
Mini & Junior Route Map
Partner Charities
Partner Charity
In 2024 the York Mini and Junior will be supporting Family Fund
https://www.familyfund.org.uk/
Family Fund are the UK’s largest grant-making charity for families raising a disabled or seriously ill child on a low income. Family Fund believes that families raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people should have the same choices, quality of life, opportunities and aspirations as wider families.
Find Out MoreTravel
Check out your travel options below.
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York has great motorway links to the M1, M62 and A1 (M), putting it within easy driving distance of all of the UK's major cities. Newcastle and Liverpool are less than two hours away, while London and Scotland are approximately four.
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Parking for the Mini and Junior run will be available on the Knavesmire. Please take extra care when parking as this area will be busy with many excited runners!
Dedicated event parking will be also be held on the grounds by York Racecourse, located off Bishopthorpe Road. Accessibility will only be available from the south of Bishopthorpe Road.
Signage will be in place on event day and event parking will be available between 10:00 and 13:00. Upon arrival, please leave plenty of time
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Askham Bar Park and Ride
The Park and Ride service will be available at Askham Bar Park and Ride on race day.
Transport will commence from 07:00 on the day and it will take passengers along Tadcaster Road and drop them off just outside of Knavesmire Road and will then continue into the City Centre.
More information can be found HERE.
We advise all runners to get there as early as possible to leave plenty of time ahead of the run.
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The start and finish area and Event Village are situated a 30-minute walk from the city centre, or a 20-minute walk from York Railway Station. Walkers can access the venue from any direction, irrespective of road closures.
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