The Ultimate Guide To Numbers, Clocks, Gantries, Signage and Event Supplies 2026
Welcome & How to Contact Us
Like many businesses in Lincoln, my father derived our name from the ‘Lincoln Imp’, a stone carving found in Lincoln’s historic cathedral and founded Running Imp in 1988 as a ‘onestop-shop’ for event organisers. Little did he imagine that 38 years later it would have grown into the market leader in our field that it has today.
We specialise in bespoke medals and are the UK’s leading supplier delivering over 4 million medals worldwide each year, from village fun runs to some of the world’s greatest mass participation events including the TCS London Marathon and the AJ Bell Great North Run, however, no event is too large, but more importantly, too small
But we’re more than just a ‘one-stopshop’ for event organisers. We also specialise in supplying trophies, t-shirts, promotional items and clothing to clubs, schools, charities and organisations, and guarantee that we will not be beaten on price, quality or service.
We also care passionately about the environment and sustainability and can now offer 100% recycled medals, ribbons and pin badges and have installed 220 solar panels on our Jubilee House headquarters in Lincoln to become more eco-friendly, see below.
We’re always here to help you, work with you and give you the Service, Advice, Choice and Value that we have always prided ourselves upon, to help make your event or presentation a success and memorable.
So, I would sincerely like to thank all our customers, some of whom have supported us for many years and to prospective new ones, I wish you all a healthy, happy, and successful year.
Orders will be sent via courier. Carriage charges are calculated by weight. NI, remote Scotland and UK offshore islands including the Channel Islands and Isle of Man will all incur a surcharge - see website for details.
Overdue Accounts
We reserve the right to charge interest at 8% over the Bank of England base rate on all late payments and recover any expenses incurred in the recovery of any debt.
Breakages and Claims
Claims must be received in writing within 24 hours of receipt of goods Always check the contents of your parcel(s) before signing the delivery note or sign Unchecked. We cannot accept responsibility for goods signed ‘in good condition’ if they are later found to be damaged.
Terms of Business - Prices
Whilst every effort will be made to hold prices throughout 2026, any unavoidable increases, due to Brexit or the US$ rate, will be notified at the time of ordering. We reserve the right to review and amend the prices at any time subject to
How to Pay
Payment is required at the time of placing your order unless a valid Purchase Order has been provided or payment terms have been agreed. Payment can be made by all major credit and debit cards or directly into our Virgin Money Bank Account. Account Name: Running Imp Ltd, Account Number: 43199924, Sort Code: 05-05-63. BIC: YORKGB21563, IBAN: GB42YORK05056343199924.
All prices exclude VAT (where applicable) and carriage.
Artwork & Logos
Please send any artwork/logos electronically in PDF, EPS or JPEG format at a minimum of 300dpi or laser printed hard copies by post.
Please state the date you require your goods by
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Competitors’ Numbers
you organising a Road Race, Fun Run, Walk or
and need numbers for your competitors? Yes? Well over the next 4 pages we have a wide selection to choose from to suit all budgets and tastes.
How to Order
When ordering please state:
• Type of number required
• Sequence required
• Layout
• Colour(s) of overprint
Please send artwork/logos electronically. A proof will be sent for your approval if required.
Important
When ordering, please state the date you require your numbers by.
YOUR WORDING & LOGOS PRINTED HERE IN ANY COLOUR
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• Waterproof
• Indestructible & tear proof
• No artwork or setting up charge
Size
21cm x 15cm with black numbers.
Prices
Prices shown Include printing above the number only in a single colour of your choice.
Sold in 100s from 1, 101, 201 etc.
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WORDING & LOGOS OF & BELOW NUMBER YOUR CHOICE PRINTED ABOVE IN COLOUR OF YOUR CHOICE
• Waterproof
• Indestructible & tear proof
• No artwork or setting up charge
Size
21cm x 22cm with black numbers.
Prices
Prices shown Include printing above the number only in a single colour of your choice.
Sold in 100s from 1, 101, 201 etc.
Basic Card Numbers Plain Tyvek Numbers
Ideal for fun runs, cross country, schools etc. Numbers only available up to 1,000.
Plain Card Numbers sold in 100s, only £9.99 per 100.
Waterproof, indestructible and tear proof. Sold in 100s. Only available up to the number 1,000. Economy Tyvek, 21cm x 15cm, only £14.99/100. Plain Tyvek, 21cm x 22cm, only £16.99/100. Both sizes held in stock for immediate delivery.
The following optional extras are available. Please add these prices to the cost of your numbers.
Competitors’ Numbers
Competitor Information & Medical Details
We can print the industry standard competitor/ medical information details on the reverse of your numbers for only £4.00 per 100. Please state when ordering if required.
Safety Pins
1,000 pins per box. Special Offer for 2026, only £7.99 per box.
ORDER
Digitally Printed Tyvek Numbers
Why Digital Printing? Economy Tyvek
Digitally printed Tyvek numbers are perfect for multi-coloured printing with No limitation on layout Or design including full colour photographs. Also the digits can be printed in Any size, in Any position, in Any font and in Any colour - even reversed out! The preferred choice for running, triathlons, marathons and off-road events.
How to Order
Please email your order sending artwork/logos in PDF, EPS or JPEG format.
Individual Names
Size: 21cm x 15cm.
• Waterproof
• Indestructible & tear proof
• No artwork or setting up charge
Size: 21cm x 22cm.
• Waterproof
• Indestructible & tear proof
• No artwork or setting up charge
Competitor’s names can be printed in Any position, in Any size and in Any colour. Simply send the competitors’ name and number listing in Excel format stating whether forename, full name or just their surname is to be printed. Only 4p per number.
Dedication Back Signs
Designed to be worn on the back with space for the entrant’s individual message to be written in memory of or celebration of someone they knew. Minimum order only 100. Please contact us for a FREE no obligation written quotation.
Do you require Medals, Numbers, Signage, Trophies & Event Supplies for your event - it doesn’t have to be all of these. Yes?
Well purchase these items from us and get a great Package Price that will save you pounds!
Digitally Printed Tyvek Numbers
...with No Limitation on Layout or Design
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Coloured Background Behind Digits
Where there is a coloured or photographic background behind the digits like on ‘Beat The Train’, ‘Doughnut Dash’ & ‘Twilight 5K’ (right) numbers, or a ‘colour band’ as on the ‘Croydon 10K’ numbers, there will be an additional surcharge of £4.50/100.
Numbers That Reflect Your Medal Design
Why not be innovative and design your digitally printed tyvek numbers so they match your finishers’ medals, just like the Beat The Train shown here.
Miscellaneous Triathlon Numbers & Stickers
Small Cycle Numbers
15cm x 10cm flexible plastic with punched holes and black digits, suitable for fixing to cycle frames. Black print/digits only 39p each.
Minimum order only 100. Colour options available.
Large Cycle Numbers
21cm x 15cm flexible plastic with punched holes and black digits, suitable for fixing to cycle frames.
Black print/digits only 49p each.
Minimum order only 100. Colour options available.
Tattoos, Adhesive Numbers & Transfers
The Sportstiks
The tattoos are easy to apply, comfortable, colourful, athlete-personalised and stand out on any skin tone.
Prices depend on quantity and printing requirements. A written quotation can be supplied on request.
Miscellaneous Triathlon Numbers & Stickers
Helmet Stickers
10cm x 5cm self-adhesive helmet stickers, also suitable for bike frames. Can be supplied plain or printed. From only 29p each with a minimum order
Duo Bike Stickers
Self-adhesive stickers contains Helmet Number and Bike Number. Can be supplied plain or printed from only 49p each with a minimum order
Plain or Printed Seat Post Stickers
40cm x 5.3cm self-adhesive stickers. Can be supplied plain or printed from only 49p each with a minimum order of only 100.
Numbers
Self-adhesive Numbers. Approximately 10cm x 11cm with 9cm black numbers. Minimum order only 100. Only 29p each.
This handy First Aid Kit is designed for one person to use. The waterproof wallet has a proper closure and its handy pocket-size makes it ideal to keep in the car at all times. Only £9.99 per kit. Ideal for the finish and numerous other uses. Only £7.99 each.
3m x 0.8m eyeletted aero banners with a single-sided print. Both styles only £59 each.
Miscellaneous Event Supplies
Stopwatch only £6.99 each. Colour supplied can vary between blue, black, red, yellow, white and green.
Vinyl gloves, essential for handing out drinks/sponges and medical team. Sold in boxes of 100. Only £5.99 per box.
Plastic rope in 220m bundles. Ideal for finish funnels and crowd control. Only £14.99 per bundle. Water based aerosol paint. Ideal for economical temporary marking. Can be removed with pressure hose and brush if required or allow to simply deteriorate with weather. Available in Orange and White. Only £12.99 per can.
Miscellaneous Event Supplies
Landscape Clipboards
Waterproof A4 landscape clipboard with clear sprung top that folds flat. Landscape clipboard only £19.99 each.
Plain Tyvek Wristbands
Plain coloured wristbands. Tyvek security proof wristbands. Sold in 20s. Available in red, green, yellow and blue. Numerous uses. Only 15p each.
Portrait Clipboards
Waterproof A4 portrait clipboard with clear sprung top that folds flat. Portrait clipboard only £19.99 each.
Megaphone only £59.99 each.
Miscellaneous Event Supplies
Miscellaneous Event Supplies
Baggage Labels
Plain baggage labels with string for tying. No Minimum Order, sold individually. Only 7p each.
Hazard Tape
Eco-friendly Yellow & Black: in 100m rolls, only £4.99 per roll. Orange Hi-Vis: in 25m rolls, only £2.99 per roll.
Superstrong Barrier Tape
Red and white, boxed in 500m reels for finish funnels, crowd control, x-country and numerous other uses. Only £17.99 per reel.
Wooden Stakes
1.2m long, ideal for signs and distance markers. Sold in 10s. Only £1.50
Miscellaneous Event Supplies
Inflatable Gantries
Inflatable Gantries Red Gantry
Inflatable Gantry Hire
We have 3 gantry colours: blue, red and pink. All are 7m wide x 4m high and can show START, FINISH or can be blank. Depending on your event they could be used at the start showing START and then moved to the finish to show FINISH and are available to hire. Please contact us for a FREE noobligation written quotation.
Inflated Anywhere
Each gantry comes with a freestanding blower which will inflate it within seconds. Both petrol and electric blowers are now available; the advantage of a petrol blower is that the gantry can be inflated anywhere, and not restricted to a nearby power point.
Advertising Space
All our gantries have areas available for advertising purposes, and if required we can produce sponsor’s banners for these areas - please contact us for very competitive prices.
Red Gantry
Important
Please note Timing Clocks CANNOT be hung from any of our Inflatable Gantries
Blue Gantry
Timing Clocks
Timing Clock Hire
With highly visible digits, our single and double-sided clocks can be used to time a multitude of events. All are battery operated (which we supply) allowing the clocks to be displayed anywhere.
Gantry/Car Mounted/ Freestanding
Both types of clock can be gantry hung or mounted, car mounted or freestanding and are available to hire. Please contact us for a FREE no-obligation written quotation.
Countdown Clocks
Our clocks can also countdown from a pre-set time to zero; ideal for record attempts.
Fully Insured
Our clocks are fully insured and our experienced operators will deliver, erect, operate and dismantle the clock(s).
Distance Marker
Mounted
Timing Clocks
Gantry Fitted
Gantry Hung
Car Mounted
Timing Clocks
Clock Advertising Boards
5’ long by 7” deep in flexible PVC, they fit directly above the clock and are one of the most noticed advertising spaces available. Sold in pairs, please contact us for a FREE no-obligation written quotation.
TCS London Marathon Event Clocks
Running Imp Official Contractor to the TCS London Marathon
We were delighted once again to have been appointed as the official contractor with the responsibility for the erection and operation of the display clocks at the start and on the route for the event.
The TCS London Marathon Running Show
Running Imp erected and operated the countdown clock (shown right) at the entrance to the TCS London Marathon Running Show.
are proud to have been the Official Medal Supplier to the 2025
Hi-Vis Waistcoats
Hi-Vis breathable mesh safety waistcoats with reflective strips and Velcro fastening. Our standard Hi-Vis waistcoats are sold individually.
Plain
We have 2 Standard Designs All are printed front and back for maximum awareness.
• Plain • Marshal
Sizes
Only are available in L with No Minimum Order and No Screen Charge
Available in L and XL. Printed front and/or back. Sold individually with a Minimum Order of only 5 with a 1 colour print in 2 positions. Available from only £9.99 each with No Screen Charge. Available in Yellow & Orange.
Important When choosing size, please allow for waistcoats to be worn over outer clothing.
Hi-Vis Bibs
Plain Hi-Vis Bibs
Hi-Vis breathable mesh safety bibs with reflective strips and hook and loop fastening on each side. To order can contact us for a FREE no-obligation quotation.
Personalised Hi-Vis Bibs
Hi-Vis breathable mesh safety bibs with reflective strips and hook and loop fastening on each side. To order can contact us for a FREE no-obligation quotation.
Plain Personalised
NO MINIMUM ORDER
Standard Safety Signs
All our Standard Safety Signs are 18” x 24”, sold individually and are held in stock for immediate
Eco-Friendly
All our 2026 Standard Safety Signs are now eco-friendly, 100% fully recyclable and carry the recyclable symbol on the front. They are made from fluted corrugated plastic (the same material as estate agents’ signs).
• Fluorescent • Rigid
• Lightweight • Waterproof
All signs are 18” x 24”, made from eco-friendly fluted corrugated plastic, sold individually and held in stock for immediate delivery.
Sold Individually
All signs carry either a small Running Imp or a Frontrunner/Events FR logo in the corner and are sold with No Minimum Order or Screen Charge
Standard Safety Signs
All signs are 18” x 24”, made from eco-friendly fluted corrugated plastic, sold individually and held in stock for immediate delivery. Only £6.99 each. 1.2m
1.2m long, ideal for barrier tape, rope or mesh fencing. With metal
Standard Signs for the Course
18” x 24”, made from ecofriendly fluted corrugated plastic, sold individually and held in stock for immediate delivery. Only £6.99 each. For the Course
Standard Signs for the Finish
18” x 24”, made from ecofriendly fluted corrugated plastic, sold individually and held in stock for immediate delivery. Only £6.99 each.
Standard Signs for Triathlons
Large red fluted eco-friendly corrugated plastic, 41” x 30”, lightweight, rigid and waterproof. No Minimum Order or Screen Charge. Only each. Fluorescent ecofriendly fluted corrugated plastic, 35” x 24”, lightweight, rigid and waterproof. No Minimum Order or Screen Charge. Only £19.99 each.
Route Arrows & Bollard Advertising Covers
Route Arrows
All our eco-friendly Route Arrows are 18” x 24” fluorescent fluted corrugated plastic, sold individually and are held in stock for immediate delivery. Only £6.99 each.
Small Multi-Directional Arrow
10” x 8” eco-friendly fluorescent fluted corrugated plastic multi-directional arrow. Economical and great value for money. Sold individually with No Minimum Order or Screen Charge, only £3.99 each.
Bollard Advertising Covers
Designed to fit up to 225mm diameter round bollards, these triangular ‘toblerone’ shaped boards are made from tough, waterproof, 4mm corrugated, 100% recyclable plastic with each side measuring 356mm in width with a standard height of 970mm. Bespoke sizes can be made to any height up to 1200mm.
Easily assembled on-site in moments without any tools they simply slot over the bollards.
Printing is available on all 3 sides, with a lead time of only 5 days from receipt of artwork. The minimum order is only 10, when showing the same design. Please call for a FREE no-obligation written quotation.
Medals shown have an Antique Gold finish with Partial Enamelling
During 2026 we are offering fully personalised 18” x 24” eco-friendly fluted corrugated plastic signage from only £9.99 per board with a Minimum Order of only 5, and can be different designs, with No Screen or Setting Up Charge. This exclusive special offer is available on:
• Personalised Signs
• Personalised Distance Markers
• Personalised Route Arrows
• Personalised Course/Route Signs
• Personalised Race Village Maps
These can be produced with wording only or with wording and logo(s) of your choice in any number of colours including Full Colour photographs on any background colour(s) and are available either landscape or portrait. Plus, why not use our FREE Design Service
Other sizes are available. Please contact us for a FREE no-obligation written quotation
Stop the Spread Signs
Stop the Spread Signs - Help Keep Your Competitors Safe from Coronavirus
Help keep your competitors safe with our range of signs, designed to ensure your entrants adhere to any social distancing guidelines and practices that may be in place at your event.
Size
All signs are 18” x 24” and made from eco-friendly fluted corrugated plastic with white wording over a striking red background
Sold Individually
All signs are sold individually while stocks last with No Minimum Order and are held in stock for immediate delivery, and carry a small Running Imp logo in the corner (not shown here). Only £6.99 each.
Presentation Cheques & Advertising Boards
Presentation Cheques
Made from rigid foamex digitally printed in full colour they can be tailor made to your specific size. Price depends on size, please call for a FREE no-obligation written quotation.
Postcard Size to Advertising Boards
Personalised fluted corrugated plastic signs can also be produced from postcard size to 4-metre-long advertising boards. Please call for a FREE no-obligation written quotation.
Selfie Frames
Selfie Frames
Our personalised ‘Selfie’ Frames are both rigid and waterproof and made from 5mm thick foamex. Ideal for Any occasion or event.
Our standard size landscape ‘Selfie’ frame is 59cm x 81cm with a 41cm x 66cm cut-out although any shape and size can be produced. For other shapes and sizes contact us for a FREE written quotation.
FREE Design Service
With no minimum order or screen charge our standard sized ‘Selfie’ frames are from only £39.99 and include our FREE Design Service. Send us your guidelines with any logos and we will do the rest!
Selfie Frames
We’re More Than Just Medals
Are the UK’s leading supplier of Bespoke Personalised Medals and are proud to have been the Official 2025 Medal Supplier to many worldwide events including...
... no event is too large but more importantly, too small.
are proud to have been the Official Medal Supplier to the 2025
