Run Norwich 2016 race magazine

Sunday 7th August 2016

Official race magazine

Run Norwich 2016

Welcome back. Can you believe it’s a year since over 3,000 of you took part in the first ever Run Norwich?

That incredibly memorable day at the end of last summer was a culmination of 18 months of hard work, and those who were there told us that it was worth every ounce of effort.

As soon as we saw that mass of colour and excitement, bouncing up and down on Bethel Street, we knew that Run Norwich couldn’t be a one-off, and something this special should be a permanent fixture in our city’s calendar.

And so, at the risk of sounding like a film trailer, we’re back, and we’re bigger than ever.

Up to 5,000 of you will lace up your running shoes this Sunday.

Some of you are here to compete for prizes, some of you just love running, some of you are running to find a new purpose, or to conquer a new challenge.

Lots have told us about their fundraising, and there are also those that are running to honour the memory of a loved one. Stories like these make us immensely proud, and we will be cheering you all the way round.

Our fellow Race Operations Board members: from CSF (Jackie Thornton and Dan Wynne), the Forum (Neil Gilding), Norwich BID (Stefan Gurney), and Visit Norfolk (Pete Waters), have once again worked tirelessly, alongside the Race Technical Team (Adey Ewing, Fiona Roberts, Granville Courtnell, and Richard Polley), to put on Run Norwich 2016.

In addition, Nicola Harvey, Freddie Powell-Tuck,

Emma Fletcher and Georgia-Mae Shepperd from CSF have again played huge roles in the build-up.

We have had support from organisations across the city too numerous to mention (many are listed at the back of this magazine), but special thanks must go to our main race sponsors Norwich Business Improvement District, and partner sponsors 4Sports Group, Aston Shaw, Ashtons Legal, Computer Service Centre, and Riverside Leisure Centre. Without the support of these sponsors, there would be no event!

We’re very fortunate to have a beautiful and historical city in which to hold our race, and we urge you to take it all in as you pass the memorable sights with your fellow runners.

Thank you to all the organisations along our route who go the extra mile to make it all

possible, and particular thanks to the Cathedral and the team on Riverside who have helped us create an even better route this year.

After you’ve finished and have this year’s medal around your neck, come and rest your weary limbs with us in Chapelfield Gardens; there’s a free beer from Adnams, and a host of food, and entertainment.

Make sure you share your pictures and experiences with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, using the hashtag #RN16.

It’s time to Run Norwich; good luck!

Ian Thornton Director, Community Sports Foundation Tim Bishop Chief Executive, The Forum Trust

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Contents 02

Welcome to Run Norwich

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Last year’s race

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#RN16 by the numbers

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Race route

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Know the landmarks

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Race day information

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Race day tips

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Delia’s pre-race recipe

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Interviews: Meet the winners

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Race charities

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Interview: Neil Gilding

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Visit Nofolk

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Hall of fame

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Race village

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Social Buzz

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Race Rules

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FAQs

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Partners & sponsors

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Foreword from Ian Thornton & Tim Bishop

Relive the inaugural race with our photo gallery

Our infographic on all things Run Norwich

What you’ll be conquering on race day

New to Norwich? Here are some of the iconic buildings you will pass

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Everything you need to know for race day

Last minute preparation for the big race

A tasty, nutritious recipe for the night before

We catch up for a chat with our 2015 champs Nick Earl & Tracy Barlow

The four local charities that will benefit from #RN16

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Race board member Neil Gilding discusses this year’s race

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What to see and do on your visit to Norwich

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The times to beat

What’s going on in Chapelfield Gardens afterwards

Some of our favourite tweets, photos & posts from our runners last year

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The dos and do nots

Have a burning question? Check here first

The organisations responsible for making #RN16 a reality

Editors: Freddie Powell-Tuck & Dan Wynne Graphic Design: Nicola Harvey Beverage Support: Emily Wood Contributors: Visit Norfolk Photography: Epic Action Imagery

Last year’s race!

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Last year’s race!

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Run Norwich in numbers

£70K

53.5% Male entrants

amount raised for local charities at last year’s race

5000

1452

first time 10k runners

#RN16 entrants

46.5% Female entrants

The average times for runners last year

Last year’s winners Our Run Norwich winning times by Nick Earl and Tracy Barlow in 2015

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Entrants by age

Organisations that have generously supported #RN16

Top 5 surnames

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In feet, the highest point on the #RN16 route

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Volunteers and runmakers who will help to make #RN16 possible.

official race charity runners

Statistics presented on this page are approximations and are not necessarily to be taken as exact figures.

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Goody bags & medals

Starting zones (coded to your race number, runners only)

Water Bananas

Race route

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Landmarks

Twelve iconic landmarks dot the race route - get to know them below...

Guildhall 1404 | START

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Did you know

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Prisoners were held in the building until as late as 1980.

The Assembly House 1248 | 0K-1K

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Surrey House

Norwich Castle

1900 | 1K-2K

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The historic home of Aviva contains fifteen varieties of marble inside.

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1935 | 3K-4K Norwich City FC’s home was built in just 82 days

St James Mill 1839 | 8K-9K The building has been owned by two key Norwich businesses: Jarrold and Caley’s

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Norwich Castle was built as a royal palace for William the Conqueror.

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The Great Hospital 1249 | 7K

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A lavish ball was held at the House in 1805 to celebrate Nelson’s victory in the Battle of Trafalgar.

St John the Baptist RC Cathedral

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The hospital has been in continuous use for more than 767 years.

The Forum 2002 | 9K-10K The building was built to mark the millennium in the East of England.

1910 | 0K-1K St John the Baptist is the second largest Catholic Cathedral in the country.

Dragon Hall 1430 | 2K-3K It is the last known surviving medieval trading hall in West Europe.

Norwich Cathedral 1145 | 7K-8K

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In England, only the spire at Salisbury Cathedral is higher than Norwich Cathedral’s

Norwich City Hall 1938 | FINISH The famous balcony is one of the longest in the UK.

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Race day

information Key timings - Sunday 7th August 08.00am Race Village & baggage areas open (Chapelfield Gardens / Bethel Street) 09.00am Runners assemble at start / finish zone 09.30am Race start 11.00am Race presentations

2016 Your race number

Baggage areas

Please add your personal information - including details of any current medication - to the reverse of your race number.

We will have baggage store areas to leave your belongings on race day.

Then use a safety pin (these will be provided in your race pack) in each corner to attach it securely to the front of your running top so it remains fully visible at all times and doesn’t flap about. If you do not wear your race number as instructed, you may not be credited with a finish time.

You must not cut, fold or otherwise mutilate your race number in any way.

Your race number is colour coded based on your predicted finish time.

You may be assigned a different colour to others with similar predicted times. This is to ensure even distribution between colours.

Please affix the baggage label firmly to your bag – you will have received this in your runners’ pack. The baggage areas will open at 8am and will be colour coded in accordance with the colour of your race number; black, blue (Bethel Street), green, yellow and pink (Chapelfield Gardens).

Please be aware that we will store your belongings entirely at your own risk so please do not leave any valuable items in your bag.

Afterwards, you must present your race number to reclaim your bag – no race number, no return.

If you are unable to run, your race number must not be transferred to another runner under any circumstances - it has been issued to you for use by you, not by someone else. Anyone found wearing a number other than their own will be disqualified.

The Race Village The Race Village is situated in Chapelfield Gardens and will be the hub of race activity for the day.

Timing chip Your timing chip will be affixed to the reverse of your race number.

This chip will automatically record your race time, from the time you pass the start line to the time you cross the finish line.

Race day information

IMPORTANT Please take care not to fold your chip or pierce it with your safety pins when attaching it to your clothing. Please don’t attempt to remove the chip or its foam backing from your race number for any reason as this could damage your chip and affect your result - i.e. you may not be credited with a finish time.

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There will be entertainment, refreshments and warm-up areas available for runners to use. This year, we’ll have a number of exciting experiences for all the family to enjoy including segways, zorbs, trampolines, inflatables and a climbing wall.

Free massages will be provided by local volunteer physios. The area is the best place to meet up with friends and family following the race, as well as getting that all important post-run photo!

Race supporters Adnams have kindly supplied a free beer for every runner (over the age of 18). Please present the token that can be found in your goody bag.

Race Day Information

Start & finish zone We’ve tweaked the position of the start line this year - runners will now start on Gentleman’s Walk, in front of the market. As per last year, the grand finish will be located on St Peters Street in front of the iconic City Hall.

Prizes Overall male category 1st

On the day, we will ask all runners to assemble in their respective starting zone at 9.00am (please see the map on page 13 for reference). You may line up in your own colour zone or any colour zone behind your own.

You may not join a colour zone ahead of your own.

The race will start promptly at 9.30am.

2nd

£500

3rd

£300

£100

Overall female category 1st

Once you have finished, we will direct you along St Giles Street (where you will receive your Run Norwich medal, water bottle, and a goody bag) and around the back of City Hall and towards your respective baggage reclaim area.

2nd

£500

3rd

£300

£100

We will then direct you towards the Race Village in Chapelfield Gardens via the baggage reclaim areas.

Sub-categories (prizes for both male & female):

Ages 16-39

Ages 40-44

1st: £75

1st: £75

2nd: £50 voucher

2nd: £50 voucher

Ages 45-49

Ages 50-54

1st: £75

1st: £75

Taking place in the heart of Norwich’s historic city centre, Run Norwich will be entirely on closed city roads.

2nd: £50 voucher

2nd: £50 voucher

Ages 55-59

Ages 60-64

The route will pass some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including Norwich Castle, The Forum, Norwich Cathedral, Norwich City’s Carrow Road and many more.

1st: £75

1st: £75

2nd: £50 voucher

2nd: £50 voucher

Ages 65-69

Ages 70+

1st: £75

1st: £75

2nd: £50 voucher

2nd: £50 voucher

The route

All race roads will be closed to traffic while the race is in progress.

The course will be clearly marked at every kilometre. Water stations, toilets and first aid areas will be located at various intervals on the route.

See page 12 for the route map.

Please note: only the overall winners will be presented with their prize money and trophy on the day. Sub-category winners will receive their prize money after the event day.

Music & entertainment iPods, MP3 players etc

If we see you using an iPod or similar device during the race you will be disqualified and not credited with a finishing time in the official results.

You may carry your mobile phone with you during the race for tracking purposes but, please, nothing in your ear(s).

Early news on this year’s live music and entertainment acts include: •

Norwich Samba Rio-inspired percussion band & dancers; Start zone & Race Village

•

Rock Choir Contemporary choir; Erpingham Gate & Race Village

Race day information

The use of devices with headphones or earbuds is prohibited while racing. Even though the roads will be closed to traffic during the race we need you to be alert and aware of everything that is going on around you at all times.

For up-to-date entertainment information, please visit the Spectators section on the website (this is located on the race info page).

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Car parking For runners and spectators that wish to park a vehicle in the city-centre on race-day, we have listed some options below.

The Castle Mall’s Tea Junction and Subway branch will be open from 7am and serving snacks, tea and coffee to customers.

Intu Chapelfield, Castle Mall and John Lewis car parks will be opening early on race-day to provide additional parking options for runners arriving in the city.

See the table below for information on the city-centre multi-storey car parks available Surface car parks in the city-centre will be fully operational as per usual before and after the race, with just a couple of exceptions.

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Chantry Car Park will be closed to the general public.

Assembly Rooms Car Park will have restricted access between 09.15 and 09.45.

A Norwich City Council map of car park locations is available here: www.norwich.gov.uk

Car Park

Race day opening times

Max. capacity

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No access between 09.15 and 09.45

Castle Mall

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5 minutes

No access between 09.15 and 10.30

St Giles

07.00

330

4 minutes

Restricted access between 10.00 and 11.00

St Andrews

Open all day & night

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7 minutes

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07.30

650

5 minutes

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06.30

260

6 minutes

Restricted southbound access between

Estd walking time to start line

Access & exit restrictions

09.15 and 09.45 The Forum

No public access until 2pm

204 (restricted to Run Norwich volunteers & staff)

2 minutes

No overnight parking

TAXI Buses

Taxis

There will be changes to bus times and routes while the race is on. For full information, please visit the website of the relevant provider:

The taxi rank on Gaol Hill will temporarily be moved to Exchange Street.

The taxi rank usually located in Tombland will be closed.

First Group Sanders Konectbus

www.firstgroup.com www.sanderscoaches.com www.konectbus.co.uk

Race day information

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Road closures The map below illustrates which roads will be closed off to traffic and for what duration on race-day.

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Paul’s Run Norwich tips Olympian Paul Evans reached the finals of the 10,000m at the 1992 games in Barcelona and the 1996 games in Atlanta.

In the final build-up, here are Paul’s top tips for getting to the start in the best shape possible.

Preparation is key; you don’t want to be on the start line underprepared.

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Paul Evans is the Sports Project Officer for Active Norfolk

Picture courtesy of Barry Hipwell

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Saturday – during the day • All the hard work is now done. Saturday you should have your feet up, relaxing and conserving all your energy for tomorrow’s big effort.

• Don’t spend too much time on your feet. Resting up is the order of the day!

Saturday evening • Pack your race bag the night before, have a list of things to pack – don’t forget your race shoes, race number and safety pins.

• Try and get an early night if you can, remember tomorrow will be an early start!

• Play it safe, your evening meal should be a dish that is tried and tested and will not result in an upset stomach on race day.

Sunday - race day • Same as last night - eat a breakfast you have had before.

No experimenting!

• Get to the starting area in plenty of time find out where the start line is, where you need to be when the gun goes off, and where the toilets are.

• Give yourself plenty of time to warm up, this should not be rushed, the last thing you need is to get to the start line with your heart rate already racing because you are running late and already stressed.

• Pace judgement – everybody will have a race plan, my advice is, if anything undercook the first mile, you can always pull it back in the latter part of the race, when you are passing all the runners that ran the first mile too quickly.

• Reward yourself after your run. Running 10k is something to be proud of.

Marinated Chicken Brochettes

with Green Couscous Ingredients

(Serves 2)

Method

• 2 x 6 oz (175 g) boneless chicken breasts, skin removed • 6 fresh bay leaves, cut in half • ½ medium red onion, peeled, halved and separated into 8 layers • ½ large yellow pepper, deseeded and cut into 8 • 1 teaspoon groundnut or other flavourless oil • salt and freshly milled black pepper For the marinade: • 1 clove garlic • 1 level teaspoon peeled, grated fresh root ginger • 1 medium-sized green chilli, deseeded • 1 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves • 1 level teaspoon ground turmeric • 6 fl oz (175 ml) buttermilk • salt and freshly milled black pepper For the couscous: • 5 oz (150 g) couscous • 9 fl oz (250 ml) boiling chicken or vegetable stock • 4 spring onions, including the green parts, finely chopped • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander • 1 oz (25 g) rocket, leaves finely chopped • 2 limes: juice of 1, 1 cut into wedges, to garnish • salt and freshly milled black pepper You will also need 2 wooden skewers, about 10 inches (25.5cm long)

Ingredients • 1 oz (25 g) fresh coriander leaves • 2 tablespoons lime juice • 1 fresh green chilli, halved and deseeded • 1 clove garlic, peeled • 1 level tablespoon natural yoghurt • ½ level teaspoon golden caster sugar • salt and freshly milled black pepper

First of all, you need to make the marinade.

To do this, use a pestle and mortar to crush the garlic with about ½ teaspoon of salt until it becomes a purée. Next, add the grated ginger. Then chop the chilli and coriander and mix these with the garlic and ginger, along with the turmeric and some freshly milled black pepper. After that, pour the buttermilk into a bowl and whisk the other ingredients into it.

Now cut each chicken breast into five pieces, add them to the bowl and give everything a good stir. Then press the chicken down well into the marinade, cover the surface with clingfilm and pop the bowl into the fridge for a few hours or, preferably, overnight.

When you are almost ready to cook the chicken, soak the skewers in hot water for 30 minutes (to prevent them burning). Pre-heat the grill to its highest setting for at least 10 minutes and line the grill pan with kitchen foil.

Next, dry the skewers in a clean tea cloth and thread half a bay leaf on to each one, then a piece of chicken, a piece of onion and a piece of pepper. Carry on alternating the bay leaf, chicken, onion and pepper until you have threaded five pieces of chicken on to each skewer, finishing with half a bay leaf on each. Make sure you pack everything together as tightly as possible, then season with salt and freshly milled black pepper and brush the vegetables with a minute amount of oil. Lay the brochettes on the grill rack and

Buttermilk makes a superb marinade – so much so you’ll wonder why you ever needed oil.

The chicken will be luscious and tender and, with all the other wonderful flavours, you’ll forget this is in any way a diet recipe. This is also good served with Fresh Coriander Chutney.

place them under the grill, about 4 inches (10 cm) from the heat source.

Brush liberally with some of the remaining marinade and grill them for 10 minutes, before turning them over and grilling them for a further 10 minutes, brushing them with more of the marinade as they cook, and watching them carefully so they don’t burn.

While the chicken is cooking, place the couscous in a largeish bowl, then pour the boiling stock over it, add some salt and freshly milled black

Fresh Coriander Chutney This is the perfect accompaniment also for Marinated Chicken Kebabs with Whole Spices or Beef Curry Dopiaza.

Method To make the chutney, simply whiz everything together in a blender, then pour into a bowl and leave aside for 2-3 hours so the flavours develop.

pepper and stir it with a fork. Then leave it on one side for 5 minutes, by which time it will have absorbed all the stock and softened. After that, fluff it up by making cutting movements across and through it with a knife. Then stir in the remaining couscous ingredients and season to taste.

When the chicken is ready, pop the brochettes on top of the couscous and serve straight away on warmed serving plates, garnished with the wedges of lime.

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The Champs Nick Earl and Tracy Barlow, last year’s inaugural race winners, talk to us about success, training and defending their titles.

Interviews Tuesday 15 March & Wednesday 23 March 2016

Nick Earl On winning Run Norwich, training, and success on the track

Interview Tuesday 15 March 2016

“My Dad, brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews all came to watch last year and I would obviously love to defend my title in front of them.”

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t was perhaps fitting that the first winner of Run Norwich would be a city native. What was unusual though, out of all the 3,800 race entrants, was that runner had also journeyed the furthest to be there – a cool 10,418 miles, to be precise.

Step forward Nick Earl, a climate scientist from Norwich now living in Melbourne, whose time of 31:28 puts his name first and foremost in the race history books.

Now, six months on and back in Australia, the 31-year-old reflects on what he cites as one of his career highlights to date.

“Run Norwich was certainly the biggest 10km I’ve won and one of the biggest I’ve competed in. I took part in Run Melbourne 10km a month earlier and Run Norwich was a far more enjoyable event with a much better atmosphere and I’m not just saying that because I finished second in Melbourne!

The scale of Run Norwich was really impressive for a relatively small city – there were tonnes of people lining the streets.”

One of the most iconic images from the day is Nick Earl’s trademark victory leap as he crossed the finish line. He admits the moments after passing the line are all a bit of blur.

“I remember Darren Eadie shook my hand after the race, presented me with a medal and said “well done, Nick”. I was star struck and couldn’t get any words out to say anything back! I’m a big Norwich City FC fan and he was my hero when I was a kid.”

It could have been very different had the race day not fallen in perfectly with a long-planned trip home to England with his girlfriend.

“I got an email about the race from my former City of Norwich Athletics Club (CoNAC) coaches, the legendary Tim & Pauline Ash, some months before,” recalled Nick. “I knew it would be special to run through Norwich on closed roads, something I never normally did because it’s always so busy. Luckily, the dates of the race fell perfectly for me.”

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While Nick was the picture of confidence on the final stretch, passing the line uncontested, the road to glory was by no means straightforward.

“It’s a tough course because it’s hilly and twisty and that doesn’t suit my running style, so I found it hard. I was expecting it though, as I know Norwich very well and it certainly isn’t flat.”

As a rhythm runner, an athlete who prefers a flat, straight road or a track, Nick knew that he would need to alter his approach to the race.

“The course wasn’t going to be particularly fast, so my plan was to stick with the lead pack and try and push clear in the last few kilometres.”

In fact, it wasn’t until the very last kilometre that he passed rival Ben Russell of Norwich Road Runners.

“I knew Ben was running before the race, so I knew it was going to be tough. Tom Hook and Piers Arnold [both fellow CoNAC runners] would also give me a big challenge if they ran well too. But I was hitting some good form, so knew I had a good chance.”

It was another competitor however, the experienced Adrian Mussett, who set the pace for the first four kilometres.

“I didn’t know Adrian was running, so I didn’t think anything of it when he went ahead early into the race as I thought it was just someone going out too fast, which often happens in races.”

It wasn’t until the frontrunner’s identity was revealed on the lead-car tannoy by race director Granville Courtnell, that Nick, who had never beaten Adrian Mussett before, realised that the chasing pack would have to close the gap quickly or risk losing sight of the Colchester Harrier.

Ben Russell helped set a ferocious pace for the chasing pair on the long arduous climb up Rouen Road, where they eventually reeled in the leader

and shook off fourth-placed Tom Hook in the process. Ben carried the blistering speed onto the Prince of Wales descent, where Nick struggled to keep pace.

In the three to four days before the race, he’ll ease up on the running to feel fresh for the big day. And the big race day tip? Marmite on toast three hours before the start gun.

“To be honest I thought I was racing for second because I was having a difficult time hanging on to him. However, I knew that the longer I hung on, the bigger the gap to third became.”

Nick traded Norwich for Australia in 2013, when he was offered a Post-Doc in Climate Change at Melbourne University. Swapping Norfolk for sunny Melbourne obviously has its perks, but finding time to train in the summer can still be tricky.

On the final kilometre Ben Russell’s pace slowed and Nick claimed the lead of the race for the first time.

“On Tuesday evening here, it was 37 degrees. I coach a few guys out here and had to give my training group extra recovery time between reps so we didn’t overheat. Melbourne gets way too hot in the summer so you have to adapt your training schedule.”

“I thought he was being tactical and letting me lead before pouncing, but he dropped off and I pushed for home. I wasn’t 100% confident of winning until I turned into the final straight and felt that I could do a sprint finish if I needed to, but thankfully I could enjoy the final few metres.”

Success at Run Norwich spurred Nick Earl on to the form of his life. He notched up a half marathon personal best of 67:50 a week later at a race back in Australia, before capping off a fine year when he broke the 30-minute mark at the Zatopek 10km trials in Melbourne, with a remarkable time of 29:58. In March, he won the Victorian Track & Field Championships in the 3000m Steeplechase.

Nick is currently training for the Australian Track & Field Nationals in early April, where he is competing in the 3000m Steeplechase and 5000m.

It is no surprise that the form that smashes personal bests and wins races doesn’t come easily, and countless hours of hard work in training are the key to his race form. So, what’s the secret formula?

“I run about eight hours a week, but this includes running to and from work, which beats sitting on a bus or cycling, so it actually doesn’t take that long out of my time.

“I do two fast sessions a week, one tempo-run (fast, but not ‘race-fast’) and a total of 70 miles. If you can do this without getting injured, you’ll soon get race fit.”

“I’d take a Norfolk zero degree training session any day! The weather conditions in England are rarely extreme enough to really affect training. OK, you have to be careful when it’s icy or snowy but that’s not too often, so whenever people complain, I say get on with it!”

Nick’s girlfriend is a Kiwi international 800m and 1500m runner, who is obviously understanding of the rigours and demands of his training schedule.

Likewise, much of his social circle is made up of keen runners, so socialising takes place around the track.

“Another bonus about being a runner is that it only takes about two pints of beer for me to be drunk, which saves money for sure!”

“My Dad, brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews all to came to watch last year and I would obviously love to defend my title in front of them.”

Nick’s Profile Age: 31 Birthplace: Norwich Current city: Melbourne Profession: Climate Scientist Running career highlights: Sub 30 10km December 2015, Run Norwich win, 2012 Norwich half marathon win, sub 14.20 for 5km in November 2015, 2016 Victorian steeplechase champion.

Current athletics club: Melbourne University Previous athletics club: City of Norwich AC, University of East Anglia 10km career PB: 29:58 (2015)

“It looks like it will be a faster course this year because of the tweaks to the route.

The route doesn’t cross paths like last year and the Rouen Road change, which cuts down the total climb, which will make a faster course. The Cathedral grounds are beautiful, so it’s a good addition.

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Tracy Barlow

The inaugural Run Norwich female winner talks race glory, sacrifices, and representing England…

Interview Wednesday 23 March 2016

“Nothing could beat the amazing feeling crossing the finishing line and it being announced I was the first female.”

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un Norwich was the first time I had visited Norwich, and Norfolk for that matter,” admits Tracy Barlow.

“Marathons are my main event and I was looking around at potential 10kms that would fit in with my running schedule. A friend, who lives in Norfolk, emailed me about Run Norwich, and I decided to enter.”

The 30-year-old certainly made an impression on her first visit to the city, scooping first prize in the women’s race.

Tracy’s time of 35:46, saw her finish a whole 48 seconds in front of second-placed Sarah Stradling, and an impressive 18th overall.

The Thames Valley Harrier describes the 10K as ‘one of the best’ she’s ever taken part in, not to mention the fact that it doubled up as a great whistle-stop tour of Norwich’s city centre sights.

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“I have never been the first female in a road race before so the whole experience was brilliant. As I was running round, many of the crowd were shouting that I was the leading lady.

“Being interviewed after the race, the presentation ceremony with Jake Humphrey and David James – it was all so surreal.

Nothing could beat the amazing feeling crossing the finishing line and it being announced I was the first female.”

Having not had the opportunity to train in Norwich before, Tracy’s race plan was to run hard and attack from the start.

Incredibly, Run Norwich was just one part of a training session that day for Tracy.

“I had seen two other girls go ahead of me towards the start of the race but we had all set off pretty quick so I kept relaxed and knew that I needed to keep them in sight but not blow up.

“I often use a race as the basis of a training run and will train right up to the start. It does mean you start feeling tired but it also makes you work harder than you would do if you were just doing a training run. That way you can get more out of it.”

“When we all settled, I managed to overtake the girls. I wasn’t sure how close they were to me for the rest of the race but my aim was to keep chasing the person in front. I managed to catch a few guys up near the end which was a good feeling.

“I ran a few miles before the race and then another 10 miles or so with a friend down Marriott’s Way after.”

“I was preparing for a sprint finish but when I had a quick glance back at the turn onto Forum Plain I saw I was clear for the win.”

At a slower pace and without the Run Norwich trophy presumably? “Yes!” she laughs. “Thankfully, the Forum had some large lockers in which I could store the trophy, otherwise I don’t know what I would have done!

As a marathon runner, Tracy prefers road running to track running as there are more things to focus on such as the next corner or runner to catch.

“I do remember getting a few funny looks on the train home that afternoon, carrying this huge trophy with me!”

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Despite her pedigree as one of England’s top long-distance runners, she wasn’t anticipating to win.

“I’m not keen on running round in lots of circles, so getting out and seeing some sights helps take my mind off how tired I am or how much things hurt. It does get more crowded on the road but you learn

Tracy’s Profile Age: 30 Birthplace: Blackpool Current city: Winchester Profession: Nurse Running career highlights: Representing England in the Toronto Waterfront Marathon Current athletics club: Thames Valley Harriers & Winchester 10km career PB: 35:14 (2015)

to read what other runners are going to do and see gaps opening up to aim for. It’s a bit like driving, you have to be aware of what others are doing around you, not just what you’re doing.”

Shortly after her Run Norwich victory, Tracy was selected as part of the England Athletics team to take part in the Toronto Waterfront Marathon.

“Being selected to represent your country is a very special moment. Flying out with the team and wearing our England tracksuits on the plane made me realise it was actually happening. The experience of going into the holding area before the race with the other elites felt a bit surreal. I had to keep my focus and try not to get distracted by what others were doing in terms of warming up and preparation.”

A terrific performance not only saw her finish 13th in the women’s race but also achieve a top 10 time for a UK runner that year, yet Tracy was a bit disappointed by her performance.

“I was hoping for a quicker time, to be honest. On race day, the temperature was -1 degrees to begin with and it didn’t warm up. I suffer with the cold so I couldn’t get warm. It was very much a mental battle to keep going.”

“However, wearing an England vest to run the marathon in was a fantastic feeling and running in the elite race is something I will never forget.”

For Tracy, much of the focus after Run Norwich was on training for the marathon. Once that was over, she allowed herself a two-week break before working on her strength throughout the winter months.

A move to Winchester, where her training group is based, saw some fresh challenges to conquer largely down to her new surroundings.

“I had a few issues (minor injuries) from the amount of hills I was now running up and down, and also from not stretching enough.

Once I sorted this out I was able to increase my training intensity and I began to see improvements in my times and running pace.”

With endurance athletes often improving with age, at 30-years-old Tracy feels she is getting close to the form of her life.

“I believe I am only starting to scratch the surface of what I can achieve. My coach is very good at ensuring my training pushes me and works on the areas I am not strong in. I feel I am starting to turn a corner with my running too as I have finally been able to put into place what I need to continue to improve, such as being near to my coach and training group.”

Training for Tracy, when at the peak of preparing for a marathon, involves 85-90 miles of running per week. She covers this over 11 sessions per week – morning and evening on five days, with Friday off and Sunday as a long run day.

“When I’m not marathon training I still train between nine or ten times per week but the intensity of the sessions are reduced and the weekly mileage is around 60. If I have an important race coming up then I tend to taper for it a little so the few days leading up to it I back off the intense training sessions.”

Maintaining this gruelling schedule means that Tracy has had to make a number of sacrifices. Juggling her intensive training schedule with her career as a nurse was proving difficult, but she has addressed her work/life balance to focus more on her running.

“Over the past few years I have moved more towards a 9-5 based job and have recently gone part time – when I was doing shift work, it was difficult to fit in the training.

“My training now takes priority over my work and social life. Most of my friends are also runners so I tend to combine running with my social life, or at least they understand that arranging a social event generally goes around training.”

Having run last year, does she have any training tips for her fellow runners?

“I would suggest getting practice in on training on hilly routes and carrying out their longer runs over this kind of elevation – the Norwich route is not flat, by any stretch of the imagination. By practising on hills with tired legs it will help simulate how you will feel during the race.”

Race weekend preparation is key too, even if it is understated. She recommends relaxing and enjoying a simple dinner of pasta, while sticking to something you’re familiar with for the race day breakfast.

Already this year, the signs are good that Tracy will carry on her superb form from last year. She recently finished second in the Bath Half Marathon, notching a PB time of 74:25, which currently stands as the fastest time this year-to-date by a female athlete in the UK. She was quick off the mark to enter Run Norwich 2016, so will be one of up to 5,000 on the start line come August 7.

“The organisation of the event was second to none and the crowd support was brilliant.

I am looking forward to coming back and hopefully being able to defend my title.”

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The race charities

t r o p p u S local causes One of our key aims when bringing Run Norwich to life was to support and raise awareness of local charities.

Three special causes were chosen to join event organisers the Community Sports Foundation for the inaugural race last year, and as it was something of a pilot, we have selected the same Official race charities this year.

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_ Founded: 1992 W communitysportsfoundation.org.uk F communitysportsfoundation T @NorwichCityCSF

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port is an incredibly powerful tool and, as Norwich City’s official charity, CSF are able to use it to improve the lives of those who need it most in Norfolk.

Stuart’s story Stuart Bishop’s daughter has been involved with the CSF girls’ football programme for the last four years, and attended holiday and weekly coaching courses from a very young age.

It might be through swimming sessions for children and adults with disabilities, or working with young people in deprived areas - but in the most difficult moments, the Community Sports Foundation is there for Norfolk, providing an environment to make friends and learn new skills.

His son, now 16, was a member of the Boys’ Player Development Centre and is set to take up a place in the new Elite Football Development Programme from September.

Thousands rely on CSF’s support as a way of life; it may be their only contact with other people, a helping hand for their families, or even the first time that someone has shown an interest in their lives.

The family’s long-term involvement with CSF means that Stuart is aware of the work the Foundation does in the community outside of the girls’ and boys’ football programmes:

In order to sustain CSF’s vital services for the people of Norfolk, the charity relies heavily on the fundraising efforts of local people and businesses.

“I have seen many of the wonderful things that CSF have done for the local children, young adults, adults, schools and the community.

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“I have also seen some of the amazing work they have done with disabled people.“

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The impact that the Foundation has made on Stuart is evident, from his decision to Run Norwich as a CSF fundraiser.

“The staff are so dedicated and passionate about their job and they are so great with the children, inspiring them and having fun as well as teaching them invaluable skills.

“I have seen children grow and progress so much after attending their sessions, they have such a positive impact on their lives.

“Since joining the girls’ programme, I have seen my very shy little girl grow in confidence and independence, which I honestly believe is partly due to her involvement with the CSF. “CSF are an amazing charity that does so much good work and I am happy and proud to support them as much as I can.”

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_ Founded: 1970 W nars.org.uk F NorfolkAccidentRescueService T @NARSBASICS

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orfolk Accident Rescue Service (NARS) provides expert medical help at the scene of road crashes and other emergencies.

The doctors and paramedics who volunteer to NARS have received extra training to provide trauma care and can administer more drugs at the scene of a crash or cardiac arrest, which is vital during the critical moments of an incident.

All NARS members are volunteers and offer their services free of charge in their spare time. They are funded solely by donations and receive no government or health service funding.

samantha’s story Samantha Conner, 26, was driving home to Aldeby along Thorpe Road in Haddiscoe on December 3rd last year, when her car left the road and hit a tree.

After being cut from her car by fire crews, critical care paramedic and NARS volunteer Barry Hart played a vital role in saving her life.

After weeks in hospital, and subsequent physiotherapy to strengthen her leg, she set about tracking down the team that attended to her at the scene.

“When I got there, the paramedics had quite rightly gotten her out of the car because of her injuries.

“I was back at work and I went to find the A&E team that was on that night and I was told it was Barry from NARS – I needed to meet Barry because he saved my life.”

“As well as her broken leg, my concern was the laceration in her neck, which was quite extensive.

I stitched that at the scene and I travelled to hospital with her and handed her over to the team there.”

“I had finished work and called my fiancé as I was walking towards the car park, and that’s the last I remember before being in hospital.”

“It was absolutely amazing to see Samantha.

“It is days like this that make the hours we put into NARS over the years all worthwhile.”

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Samantha remembers little about the evening after leaving work as an endoscopy technician:

Often, the contact between the NARS team and patients does not continue once they are in the hands of the hospital, so for Barry to catch up with Samantha, recently, was a rare treat for the paramedic, who has been involved with NARS since 1994.

_ Founded: 1997 W nelsonsjourney.org.uk F nelsonsjourney.norfolk T @nelsonsjourney

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elson’s Journey is a charity dedicated to supporting bereaved children and young people throughout Norfolk.

Based in Norwich and founded in 1997, Nelson’s Journey have helped thousands of children up to the age of 17, who have experienced the death of a significant person in their life such as a parent or sibling.

Grief can be incredibly difficult for children and young people and it is normal for them to feel sad, anxious, angry, confused, guilty and abandoned.

It’s also normal to sometimes feel relieved or to feel numb, and it’s important that they know that however they feel is ok and not disrespectful to the person who died.

The charity’s vision is to give every bereaved child in Norfolk the support they need to move forward positively with their lives, never having to cope with their loss alone.

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Their 1:1 sessions, therapeutic weekends, activity days and NJ Clubs offer support tailored to each child’s needs and circumstances, and their guidance gives parents and carers the tools they need to support them.

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Lisa’’s story Lisa Wright has been a volunteer for Nelson’s Journey since 2015 and has decided to Run Norwich as she has seen the impact the bereavement support provided by Nelson’s Journey can have on children and young people.

“When I volunteered on my first therapeutic activity day with Nelson’s Journey I was overwhelmed by the honesty, maturity and empathy shown by the teenagers in my group.

The way they supported each other while sharing their stories was both humbling and inspirational to witness.

The adults took a back seat as the young people were there for each other, either by offering a hand to hold, passing a tissue or simply listening silently and respectfully.

The biggest difference I have noticed in children and young people I have helped support is that they no longer feeling alone in their grief. Meeting other children who have also experienced bereavement not only helps them to work through and

understand their own grief more easily, but also provides them with empowering opportunities to offer support and empathy to other children in a similar situation to themselves.

I’m running Norwich for Nelson’s Journey because I have seen first-hand the significant difference the charity makes to the lives of bereaved children and young people in Norfolk. I want to contribute to Nelson’s Journey’s vision of a Norfolk where no bereaved child has to cope alone with their loss and has the support they need to move forward positively with their life.”

_ Founded: 1945 W ageuk.org.uk/norwich F AgeUKNorwich T @AgeUKNorwich

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ge UK Norwich is committed to making Norwich a great place to grow old. Regular contact and services from Age UK Norwich can be life-changing and give older people the confidence they need to feel more connected and less isolated. They offer trusted advice and information, social opportunities, volunteer and befriending support, specialist dementia care and carer support.

Promoting independence is central to their mission and last year the money raised through Run Norwich helped them to have direct contact with 5,724 older people, 28% of the city’s older population. Their information and advice team helped nearly 4000 of these people with key issues such as benefit entitlement and social care. They were able to get £1,611,675 worth of benefits into the pockets of people that needed and deserved it.

Amanda Reeves is 50 years old – a grandma herself but also still a granddaughter!

“Being a granddaughter at 50 is pretty amazing, my Nanny Vi is 94 and an inspiration. She regularly attends an Age UK Norwich social group which helps keep her to keep active, make friends and generally fight feelings of loneliness.”

Amanda’s family has also tapped into the skill and expertise of Age UK Norwich for advice and guidance.

The charity has a special place in Amanda’s heart. A career change led to her going back to university to study social work which involved a placement with Age UK Norwich.

“I worked in a day centre and community outreach. It was great being able to share in the lives of so many dignified people with such many wonderful life experiences.”

Ready for a new challenge, when her daughter sent the link for Run Norwich 10k, Amanda signed up immediately and despite a moment of doubt, now regularly gets up early for training runs.

Amanda is hoping to double her £100 fundraising target but says “it’s more than just raising money, I am pleased to be able to talk about Age UK Norwich and spread the news about all the worthwhile ventures they offer.”

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Interview

Neil Gilding We caught up with Neil Gilding – Run Norwich race operations board member, Head of Finance at The Forum Trust and 2015 Run Norwich entrant – to discuss all things Run Norwich, from his experiences as a runner last year, the role of the Forum in bringing the run to life, and his expectations for #RN16.

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ou were in a unique position as a race board member, in that you got to experience the run for yourself. Was it odd to be involved in an event that you had spent so long planning?

“It certainly was! As I was running, I couldn’t help but think about all of the discussions regarding the route we had over the previous 18 months. Had we ordered enough water, were the music sites positioned in the best places - truth be told, this was all a welcome distraction from trying to keep my ageing legs moving!

“My main concern though was whether people were enjoying the experience. For everybody who I passed or who passed me, all I cared about was whether they were happy with their experience, and would they do it again next year?”

What are some of your standout memories from the day?

“It has to be the fantastic support from the spectators.

There is nothing better than running through the city you love with people shouting and cheering you on. There were spectators along the whole route - including people waving from their windows and cheering us on from their own doorsteps – some were still in their pyjamas! The atmosphere was great, especially along Castle Meadow, where the crowds and the noise were at their greatest.

The city centre route made spectating easy and my family managed to see me four times at various locations.”

What impact did it have on the city?

“Despite the weather, which wasn’t the best, it was great to see so many people in the city so early on a Sunday morning.

“Walking round after the race it was nice to see so many runners still wearing their medals with their families enjoying some well-earned sustenance after their efforts. For a new event to the city calendar the turnout was excellent and we hope to build on that this year.”

The Forum Trust has played an integral role in bringing the race to life. How did you and the Trust first become involved with the event?

“A city centre mass participation running event had been an idea that has been around internally for a while and a few conversations were had back as far as 2013.

“We finally managed to get some other key organisations together, who had similar thoughts and shared our vision, and the first proper feasibility meeting took place in February 2014. This was over 18 months before the first run and shows how much planning and work was required to make the idea a reality.”

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Neil Gilding has been Head of Finance for The Forum Trust since 2008. He has been part of the race planning team from the start and is the finance representative on the Race Operations Board. As an ‘extremely amateur’ runner, he has taken part in a number of races including the London Marathon, and helps provide some runner experience into the organisation of the event.

Was it an easy decision to become involved in the event? Why is it important for the Forum Trust to support city events such as this?

“Due to our location and nature as a focal point and meeting space for the city it was a no-brainer.

We have a great building and space and are involved in most of the main city centre events throughout the year. Whilst much of our focus is on our own building we also have a remit to help both our city and our region and we are in an almost unique position to help facilitate partnerships. We work closely with both the City and County Council, and many other organisations in partnership, developing events and activities throughout the year. Working at the Forum makes you feel central to city life and it is rewarding when our fine city works together – Run Norwich is a clear example of this.”

What are some of the legacies that have been created from the event?

“That we had created an accessible race for all.

There was a broad range of runners, with many taking part in a race of this size and distance for the first time. An elite race at the front was won at a pace that most of us can’t sprint at, while at the other end of the field we had hundreds of runners who had never entered a race before and were achieving their own incredible personal milestones.”

“Having people continue their running experience from school fun-runs and events like Race for Life was one of our aims in creating Run Norwich, and it was great to see such a broad spread of entrants.”

Looking ahead, how do you think the changes to the route and event this year will affect the race experience for 2016?

“The difficulties in planning a route for such a large number of people, in a medieval city, trying to stay inside the ring road, minimise disruption and take in as many iconic sites as possible should not be underestimated. There were a few issues with the route last year that were obvious from running it and also from the feedback we received, and these have been addressed this year. The start was the main issue and moving it to the straight Gentleman’s Walk will alleviate the congestion experienced last year. Running through the Close and past the Cathedral was always an aspiration of ours as one of the most iconic parts of the city. We are delighted to be able to incorporate it this year – I just hope that the runners will be able to enjoy it as it comes at nearly eight kilometres in!”

So the big question - will you be joining the runners for #RN16 this year?

“You bet! I have a personal best to beat. In fact, I’ve already entered. There should be five or six Forum Trust colleagues running with me this year, which is exciting. We’ve used the new team functionality on the online booking system, which should bring a more competitive edge to our own race. We had hoped to get Tim Bishop, our Chief Exec, running this year but he has opted for hosting guests of the Race Board on the City Hall balcony instead. There’s always next year, Tim!”

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Many of the major sights you’ll see when you’re running, but spend more time in the city to properly enjoy the culture and attractions. And bring your family and friends with you to cheer you on – then you can really make a day of it, or even a weekend.

England’s only UNESCO City of Literature, Norwich is a wonderful fusion of the modern and historic, one complementing the other. Like any great city its centre is easy to walk around (perfect for that post-run warm down) and has a river at its heart.

As well as being the most complete medieval city in the UK, it has superb independent and High Street shopping, lively restaurants and bars and a heritage that is a delight to explore.

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The city’s historic street layout is wonderfully haphazard, but there’s no need to get lost, just look for the obvious landmarks – the spire of the majestic Norman Cathedral, the domineering castle on its tall mound, the clock tower of City Hall beside the multi-coloured market, the largest of its kind in Europe, and the glass-fronted Forum, where you’ll find the Tourist Information Centre (and can pick up a map).

Don’t leave without a visit to Norwich Castle, a magnificent edifice that houses an eclectic museum and wonderful art gallery. Look out for the death masks, or take a guided tour of the battlements –imagine you’re a Norman Conqueror looking down on the ‘jolly old rascals’. (By the way, if you think the castle looks in great condition for a thousand-year-old building, it’s because the Victorians re-clad it).

The Sainsbury Centre of Visual Arts, based at the University of East Anglia campus, is well worth a visit too. As well as a wonderful permanent collection, it is currently hosting ‘Alberto Giacometti: A Line Through Time’.

If you want to discover more about the history of the city itself, then try the Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell, where you’ll learn that Norwich was once the second biggest city in England and how the football team came to be called the Canaries.

There are also many theatres, ancient pubs (the city used to have a pub for every day and a church for every Sunday), cobbled streets such as Elm Hill, Timber Hill and Tombland, ancient buildings like St Andrew’s Hall, half-timbered houses such as Dragon Hall, The Guildhall and Strangers’ Hall, the Art Nouveau delight of the 1899 Royal Arcade, a jumble of medieval alleys and a delightful riverside along the winding Wensum.

You can enjoy afternoon tea at The Assembly House, near the Theatre Royal, or maybe more hearty fare at the Grosvenor Fish Bar (don’t spare the salt and vinegar!) in the Lanes, where you’ll also find a wonderful selection of independent stores and boutiques.

Did we say that the city is a shopper’s paradise?

With two shopping centres and four department stores, including the magnificent family-owned Jarrold, no wonder it’s rated in the top 10 of UK shopping destinations.

If you’re staying longer, then just a stone’s throw from the city are the man-made Broads, over 125 miles of navigable lock-free waterways set in beautiful countryside and with many charming and picturesque towns and pretty villages.

A National Park, the Broads offers visitors an experience unlike any other, both on its rivers and lakes, and alongside them, on peaceful paths and cycle ways. But the best way to see the Broads is by hiring a day boat.

Shopping, culture and heritage, combined with being by the water in beautiful countryside – what better things to do when you visit Norfolk. Oh, and the little matter of a 10k run as well!

For more about the city and to download the Discover Norwich app, visit:

www.visitnorwich.co.uk

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Free massages will be provided by local volunteer physios. The area is the best place to meet up with friends and family following the race, as well as getting that all important post-run photo!

Race supporters Adnams have kindly supplied a free beer for every runner (over the age of 18). Please present the token that can be found in your goody bag.

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Full race rules & terms and conditions Please note: entries are now closed. Original entry conditions included for your reference.

1. Entry 1.1 Entries to the Event shall be made through Active Network. By following the link provided on the Event website, the Entrant will be directed to the entry page on activenetwork.com. In order to enter the Event, Entrants must submit an application form via the Active Network system in accordance with the instructions provided. By submitting an application form, the Entrant is agreeing to enter into the Event and also agrees to abide by these Entry Conditions and any instructions given to them by the organisers and officials of the Event.

1.2 Entry to the event shall be limited to the first 5,000 Entrants (including spaces reserved for sponsors and partners and Charity Places). Once 5,000 Entrants have entered and payment has been taken, entry shall be closed and no further person shall be able to enter.

1.3 Only one entry per person shall be accepted.

1.4 Any application which is not submitted by the Entry Date shall not be accepted. Any applications which are illegible or incomplete shall not be accepted.

1.5 Entrants must be at least 16 years old on Sunday August 7, 2016 1.6 Participation in the Event is strictly personal to the Entrant; Entrants shall be prohibited from swapping or selling, or offering to swap or sell, their place in the Event. Any breach of this Condition shall render the entry void and shall entitle the Event Organiser to exclude the Entrant from participation in the Event or any future events. At any time prior to the Entry Date, Entrants who have gained a place in the Event may transfer their place in the Event to another person over the age of 16 via the Active Network system, subject to the person who is taking the place providing all relevant information in order to validly enter the Event and agreeing to these terms and conditions.

1.7 By submitting an application, the Entrant is warranting to the Event Organiser that they are in a suitable state of health to participate in the Event. It is the responsibility of the Entrant to seek medical advice prior to submitting an application or participating in the Event.

1.8 By submitting an application, the Entrant is acknowledging that they are aware that the Event may be photographed, filmed or broadcast by the Event Organiser and/or third parties. The Entrant consents to the Event Organiser using such photos/film in connection with the reporting of the Event and/or for promotion of any future events in any way in which it sees fit.

1.9 By submitting an application for a Charity Place (by indicating as such on the online entry form), the Entrant commits to fundraising a minimum of £100 for their chosen Official Race Charity via a Just Giving page which must be set up when completing the online entry (“Just Giving Page”). In the event that the Entrant has not raised a minimum of £100 on their Just Giving Page by the Fundraising Date, the Entrant shall be obliged to pay to their chosen Official Race Charity the lesser of: (i) the Event Fee of £25 : OR (ii) the difference between their fundraising total and £100, on the Fundraising Date.

Experience includes: -Breakfast in City Hall balcony suite, overlooking the finish line -Post-race reception -VIP parking space -Photo opportunities with VIP guests, including the official race starter -One free entry for Run Norwich 2017 -Two tickets to Norwich City FC match of the organiser’s choosing, with a pitch presentation -One one-month all access membership at Riverside Leisure Gym (separate terms and conditions apply) -Bespoke leather bracelet with Run Norwich charm, thanks to Charming Rewards -Free car for the weekend, courtesy of Holden Group (separate terms and conditions apply) -Two tickets to the Red Card Comedy Club at Carrow Road, including stadium tour -Family pass to Norwich Castle -Tea & cake for two at Norwich Cathedral refectory -4Sport voucher worth £25 -Herbalife 24 trial pack Prizes must be taken as stated.

Entrants have the option to have their Event Pack posted to them, but by doing so they will be ineligible for the Golden Ticket competition.

2. Payment 2.1 Entrants for the Event shall be required to make a payment of either £25 (non-affiliated Entrants) OR £23 (Entrants affiliated to UK Athletics Club) as an entrance fee to the Event (“Event Fee”), unless submitting an application for a Charity Place. Charity Places are subject to the provisions of clause 1.9.

2.2 In addition to the Event Fee, Entrants will be required to pay an online registration fee to Active Network equivalent to 6% of the total transaction including any merchandise or additional purchases.

2.3 Once an Entrant has been awarded a place in the Event, the Event Fee shall become non-refundable save for the Event Organiser shall be entitled to refund the Event Fee in exceptional circumstances.

2.4 £2.50 from each Event Fee shall go to the Norwich City Community Sports Foundation’s.

3. Event Conditions 3.1 At all times during the Event, Entrants must adhere to all instructions given by the Event Officials.

3.2 During the Event, the following items shall be prohibited: (a) Pets or Animals (b) An artificial aid (c) A wheeled device (d) Any item which, when being used whilst participating in the Event, could be deemed to be dangerous to other Entrants. The Event Operator shall reserve the right to confiscate any item which it deems unsuitable to be used whilst participating in the Event (e) Earphones or headphones; It is very important that you are able to hear clearly any verbal instructions that the police and our race marshals may need to give you. If Entrants are observed using these during the Event the Event Officials shall be entitled to disqualify them from the Event.

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Acceptance of evidence of fundraising is at the discretion of the relevant Official Race Charity. Failure by the Entrant to pay any such sum under this clause shall result in the Entrant forfeiting their place in the Event. Should the Entrant fail to set up a Just Giving Page for the correct Official Race Charity (i.e the Official Race Charity that the Entrant has indicated they wish to run for when applying for a Charity Place) at the time of completing their entry, the Charity Place entry will be invalid.

4. Milestones

1.10 Entrants that collect their Event Pack from The Forum Expo between (9am - 6pm) on Friday 5 August 2016 and (9am - 6pm) on Saturday 6 August 2016 will automatically be entered into the Golden Ticket competition. Ten of the Event Packs that are collected at The Forum will contain a Golden Ticket. An Entrant whose Event Pack contains a certified Golden Ticket will receive: 3 x VIP experience tickets, for Entrant and two guests.

Event Officials will be in position at the 4,250m mark to notify Entrants if they have not reached the Milestone by the required time and shall be entitled to prevent those Entrants who fail to reach the Milestone by the required time from competing any further in the Event.

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Due to certain restrictions on the amount of time that the Event course will be available, the Event Organiser has imposed the following cut-off time for Entrants to reach the Milestone by: 4,250 metres – 45 minutes from the point at which the last Entrant crosses the start line to start the race.

Entrants must comply with any instruction to stop, given to them by the Event Officials.

5. Cancellation Charges 5.1 Any cancellation of an entry once it has been confirmed as successful shall not entitle the Entrant to a refund of the Event Fee save for exceptional circumstances, as decided by the Event Organiser.

5.2 The Event Organiser shall be entitled to cancel/rearrange the Event for any of the following reasons:

cancellation/rearranging of the Event, breach of contract, any tortious act or omission (including negligence) or otherwise, under or in connection with the Agreement for any: 7.1.1 loss or damage; 7.1.2 loss of profit; 7.1.3 loss of reputation;

(a) circumstances beyond the control of the Event Organiser occur (including but not limited to a Force Majeure Event) the effect of which prevents or has the potential to prevent the operation of the Event (b) the Event Organiser deems, in its reasonable opinion, that the Event should be cancelled/rearranged.

7.1.4 loss of business, revenue or goodwill; 7.1.5 loss of anticipated savings; 7.1.6 pledges made on the Entrant’s behalf or by the Entrant to charity; 7.1.7 any costs incurred in relation to attending the Event

5.3 Should the Event Organiser cancel/rearrange the Event for whatever reason: 5.3.1 it shall endeavour to contact all Entrants as soon as is reasonably practicable to inform them of the cancellation.

5.3.2 Entrants shall receive the option to participate in a rearranged Event (should such rearranged Event be organised) or to receive a refund of the applicable Event Fee.

7.1.8 consequential or indirect loss, regardless of whether the loss or damage:(a) would arise in the ordinary course of events;(b) is reasonably foreseeable; or(c) is in the contemplation of the parties, or otherwise.

7.2 Nothing in these Entry Conditions shall affect the Event Organiser’s liability for death or personal injury, fraud, or any other liability to the extent it cannot be excluded or limited by law.

5.3.3 The Event Organiser shall have no liability for any costs incurred in relation to the Event including but not limited to any costs of travel or accommodation or any donations/pledges.

8. General

5.4 The Event Organiser shall be entitled to amend any detail of the Event at its own discretion, without any liability to Entrants.

8.2 If any provision of these Entry Conditions is invalid or unenforceable, in whole or in part, the validity of the remainder shall not be affected.

8.1 These Entry Conditions shall be governed by English law.

Data Protection Upon submitting an application to the Event, the Entrant will supply Personal Information to Active Network. This Personal Information will be passed to the Event Organiser.

In the event that an Entrant has indicated that he/she intends to participate in the Event for one of the four charities listed on the application page, the Personal Information of such Entrant shall also be passed to the chosen charity in order for the charity to contact such Entrant.

6. Data Protection

Definitions Charity Place – shall mean a place in the Event for which the Entrant does not have to pay the Event Fee (as defined below) subject to the Entrant’s commitment to raise a minimum of £100 for their chosen Official Race Charity by the Fundraising Date, via a Just Giving page which must be set up when completing the entry.

Entrant – shall mean a person who enters the Event via the appropriate method

6.1 Medical information may be used to allow medical assistance to be given to Entrants.

as detailed below

6.2 Entrants agree that the Medical and/or Personal Information relating to them can be stored, used by the Event Organiser and partners in connection with the organisation, staging and administration of the Event.

on Sunday August 7, 2016 as organised and operated by the Event Organiser.

6.3 Entrants agree that the Personal Information relating to them may be used by the Event Organiser in connection with the compilation of statistical information.

6.4 Entrants agree that their name, image and contact details can be used by the Event Organiser for the purposes of:-

Event – shall mean the 10,000m road race taking place in Norwich city centre Event Officials – shall mean those persons instructed by the Event Organiser to officiate at the Event

Event Organiser – shall mean Norwich City Community Sports Foundation Event Partners – shall mean those organisations working with the Event Organisers in the operation and promotion of the Event

Event Pack – shall mean the information pack for Entrants containing relevant 6.4.1 the promotion and marketing of the Event;

details of the Event.

Entry Date – shall mean Sunday 3 July, 2016.

6.4.2 adding Entrants to a mailing list to keep them informed about any future events and services which it believes the Entrant might be interested in, such as leisure activities relating to either similar types of events or activities;

Force Majeure Event – shall mean any event whatsoever which is outside

6.4.3 promotional and marketing material in respect of similar events, other community based activities or local attractions organised by our Event Partners or carefully selected third parties (together the “Marketing Information”).

Fundraising Date – shall mean Monday 20 June 2016.

6.6 Entrants shall be entitled to refuse/remove consent for the Event Organiser or the Event Partners using the Marketing/Personal/Medical Information other than for purposes related to participation in the Event by emailing runnorwichinfo@canaries.co.uk or clicking an unsubscribe link in any Marketing Information.

7. Liability 7.1 In no event shall the Event Organiser be liable to an Entrant whether for the

Golden Ticket – shall mean an official Run Norwich Golden Ticket, placed in ten Event Packs that are collected from The Forum, which entitle the bearer to a list of prizes as set out in 1.10.

Medical Information – shall mean any medical data collected for health and safety purposes

Milestone – shall mean the point on the course that the Entrant must reach by the required time, as set out below.

Personal Information – shall mean any personal details of an Entrant collected in connection with the Event.

Official Race Charity – Shall mean Norwich City Community Sports Foundation OR Age UK Norwich OR Norfolk Accident Rescue Service OR Nelson’s Journey.

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6.5 Entrants agree that the Personal Information may be used by Epic Action Imagery for the purpose of matching any photos taken during the Event to each Entrant (“Permitted Purpose”). Epic Action Imagery shall delete such Personal Information following completion of the Permitted Purpose.

the reasonable control of the Event Organiser (including but not limited to adverse weather, failure of public services, failure of public transport, Government rulings, strikes, acts of war or Terrorism.)

Frequently asked questions What should I do if I lose my race number?

Will there be drink stations on the route?

If you lose your pack please visit the race information desk in The Forum, as early as possible on race day. The race information desk will be open from 7am.

There are two water stations on the route. The first station is located at Norwich City Football Club (Carrow Road) on the 4km mark and the second opposite the Great Hospital on Bishopgate (7km into the route).

Where will the race start, finish and race village be located?

The start holding area will be along Bethel St, and the finish line will be located on St Peters Street – that’s the road in front of City Hall, overlooking the market. Perfect for those finish line photos!

The race village will be just around the corner in Chapelfield Gardens. This will be the spot to reunite with friends, family and fellow runners as well as enjoy post-race food, refreshments and entertainment. You’ll even be able to grab a post-race massage from our masseurs.

Will you be using electronic chip timing to record my race time?

Yes. The race will be officially timed by HS Sports. Each race number comes equipped with an electronic chip.

Your race time will be automatically recorded from the time you pass the start line to the time you cross the finish line.

Will there be any road traffic on the course?

If the weather is bad on race-day, how can I find out up-to-date race information?

No. Aside from the ‘lead car’ and support vehicles, there will be nothing on the route apart from you and your fellow runners!

In the unlikely event that there are severe weather conditions on the morning of the race, we will communicate instructions via our Facebook and Twitter accounts, or our website.

What happens if I am late on the day and miss the start?

Is there a time limit for finishing the race? What happens if I start to fall behind this time limit?

Due to certain restrictions on the amount of time that the event course will be available, we have imposed the following cut-off time for entrants to reach 4.25km – 45 minutes. If you do not reach this milestone in time you will be instructed to hand your race number to a steward.

I will have a number of items with me on race day. Will there be anywhere to store them while I run?

As we have a strict timetable to re-open roads, once the back pace runner has passed the start line we will not allow any further runners to start the race.

Will there be race markers for each mile/km?

Each kilometre will be clearly signposted, so you will know exactly where you are on the race course.

Will there be first aid provision during the race?

Yes. You will be able to leave them in our secure area located on Bethel Street (black and blue running numbers) and Chapelfield Gardens (green, yellow and pink running numbers).

There will be a number of qualified first aid teams on duty to assist with runners, should they feel unwell or become injured.

The area will be open from 8:00am till 1:00pm on race day.

Will there be official race photographers? Can I buy photographs?

Please note that whilst the area will be staffed throughout, you will be storing your items entirely at your own risk so please don’t leave expensive valuables.

Will there be toilets available for runners on the course?

If you need to make a quick pit-stop, there will be facilities available to use at Norwich City Football Club (Carrow Road) at around the 4km mark.

Frequently asked questions

There will also be portaloos available at the start and finish area and Chapelfield Gardens.

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Yes. Epic Action Imagery will be the official event photographers. Photos tagged with your race number will be available to purchase from their website within 36 hours.

Norwich City CSF will have also have a number of photographers working during the day as well. Photos will be uploaded to Run Norwich’s & CSF’s Facebook pages.

Can’t find what you’re looking for?

Tweet us a question at @RunNorwich or on our Facebook page (/RunNorwich). Otherwise, please contact runnorwichinfo@canaries.co.uk or call 01603 76112

If I lose one of my belongings, is there a designated spot for lost property?

Any items of lost property that are handed in will be taken to the race information desk inside The Forum.

After the event, any lost property will be taken to the CSF office (Floor Two of the South Stand, Norwich City Football Club, Carrow Road, Norwich, NR1 1JE).

Thank you for your support.

What sort of terrain can I expect in the race?

The terrain will be all tarmac, as it follows the city’s roads throughout. No traditional city-centre cobbles or pavements to deal with, don’t you worry!

Will there be a lead car?

Yes. Can I wear headphones during the race?

No. Headphones are strictly prohibited, as we need every runner to be aware of their surroundings and alert to instructions from race marshals / police officers if necessary.

But, really, who’d want to miss out on the encouragement and cheers from thousands of spectators?

You may take your phone or run-tracking device with you on the run however, as long as no earbuds or headphones are used.

Can I run in fancy dress?

Of course! As long as you can still stay within the race time limit, fancy dress is welcome. Please ensure that any costumes are not offensive.

Can I run with a buggy or pushchair?

Where and when will the results be published?

Our aim is to get the results up as soon as possible after the race. HS Sports who are responsible for the event timing, will look to post the results up within six hours of the race finishing.

We don’t allow buggies, pushchairs, prams or any other wheeled devices, nor any participants under the age of sixteen.

They will be accessible on the Results page of the website.

At any rate, we suspect children will prefer to be soaking up the atmosphere of the event as a spectator, rather than hurtling along the roads of Norwich in a pushchair!

What happens when I cross the finish line?

I have a bike. Where can I leave it during the race?

Aside from a big feeling of euphoria (or relief!), your timing chip will automatically record your official race time for you. You will be presented with your race medal, receive a goody pack and be directed to the Race Village, where you can reunite with your friends and family and enjoy some of the post-race entertainment.

There are a number of bike racks in the city centre that which you will be able to use.

The best location to put your bike will be the bike racks located outside The Forum.

Frequently asked questions

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