Where is it?
Colchester Sports Park, Cuckoo Farm Way, Colchester, Essex CO4 5YX.
How much sponsorship money do I have to raise?
A sponsorship target of £50 per person is suggested. When forming teams, the sponsorship target can be reflected to achieve this. For example, two siblings running together would have a combined total of £100 fundraising target.
What is the 'Hero Run' event?
The Hero Run is a family-friendly running event consisting of three distances – Family 2k, 5k and 10k. The event will take place on the cycle track at Colchester Sports Park and participants of all ages are able to participate.
What distance can I run?
Adults (16yrs+) can choose between the 5k and 10k distances.
Children aged 7-15yrs can choose the 5k and /or 2k Family Fun Run.
Children (4-15yrs) can take part in the Family 2k with accompanying adult*
*As per parkrun, children aged 4+ can participate and is the adults discretion as to the child running solo. We recommend an adult accompanying children where possible, and an adult can accompany 2 children free of charge.
How much is it to register?
· Family 2k - £5 per child (adults run free but must confirm they are running at sign up)
· 5k - £10 per runner
· 10k - £15 per runner
What time does it start?
9am = Registration opens for all participants with focus on Family 2k registering first
10am = Family 2k starts
10.45am = 5k + 10k distances start
9am onwards – Event Village open with stalls, food & much more
Can I pay on the day?
Yes - Prices are £25 per person to cover registration and sponsorship (4yrs and over).
Are refreshments available on the day?
Yes – our own internal Catering Team will be providing food such as bacon and sausage baps, and sausage rolls. All proceeds will go towards St Helena Hospice. Look out for some extras such as the sweetie stall.
Do I have to dress up?
It is not obligatory to dress up, however many runners, in particular, the children will dress up as their favourite ‘Hero’. This will create an atmosphere and we encourage adults to do the same.
Is it superhero themed like previous years?
No, our title change last year to ‘Hero Run’ is to emphasise that not all heroes wear capes and leaves it open to dressing up as YOUR hero. It could be a sports hero, policeman, doctor or your superhero favourites such as Superman, Wonder Woman or Batman. The option is yours.
Is the course UK Affiliated and chip timed?
The emphasis on this event is a ‘FUN RUN’ and encourages all ages/abilities. The course is measured by Colchester Sports Park and the track is cornered off to measure 1km laps.
The event is not chip timed.
Is there a course map?
No – the cycle track will be clearly marked as 1km laps and so the following distances will apply:
· Family 2k – 2 laps
· 5k – 5 laps
· 10k – 10 laps