Stafford Half Marathon Handbook

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Contents Event Day Programme

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Spectators

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Enquiries Desk

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Parking

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Half Marathon Important Information 07 Start Line Instructions 09 Race Description 11 - 12 Route Map 13 Finish Area and Prizes 15 How To Attach Your Chip Timing Tag 17

Junior Mile How To Attach Your Chip Timing Tag

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Junior Mile Fun Run Important Information Route Map and Run Description Finish Area and Prizes

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Athletics Training Courses

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Adam Hill | Head of Leisure Services Stafford Borough Council

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We would like to thank all of our sponsors and supporters of the events - without them the day would not be possible. Finally, we wish you the best of luck and hope you have an enjoyable day.

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This handbook has been designed to guide you through the pre race nerves and to ensure that you know everything you need to know about the events, including how to get to the start line, health and safety information and the all important route maps. For all those wacky fun runners out there, don’t forget that fancy dress really makes for a colourful event, and on the spot prizes are dished out on the day for the craziest and best costumes!

Welcome to the Stafford Half Marathon, School and Family Fun Run and the Junior Mile, where this year sees the celebration of the Stafford Half Marathon’s 25th anniversary.

Welcome

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10.00am to 1.00pm

Family Street Entertainment Market Square

10.00am

10.40am

Fun Run Start Market Square

10.45am

Junior Mile Prize Giving Signal 1 Stage, Market Square

Junior Mile Start Market Square [first runner back approx 10.08am]

12.30pm for 1.00pm start

10.25am

1.00pm

Hand Cyclist Start Stafford Street [first cyclist back approx 11.10am]

Half Marathon Prize Giving Stafford Gatehouse Theatre

Course Closes Stewards stand down and road closures are lifted

Spectators An enthusiastic crowd makes all the difference to the runners, so please give your support!

There is plenty of space for spectators in the start/finish area of Stafford’s Market Square, Stafford Street and town centre where the Signal 1 event stage team will be providing course updates and street entertainers will be entertaining the crowds. Spectators must stay behind the crowd barriers and not attempt to access or cross the course at key times.

Viewing is possible along the whole Half Marathon course, although you are reminded to respect local residents.

NOTE: Please remember to dispose of your litter responsibly.

Certain areas where runners welcome a crowd include the 4 – 5 mile point at Milford, the disused railway at approx 11 miles and Victoria Park near the start/finish area, please see the course map [page 13] for details.

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Fun Run Late Entry Desk Open Market Square

Half Marathon Start Stafford Street [first runner back approx 11.40am]

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9.00am to 10.15am

10.30am

CONTACTS DETAILS

Enquiries Desk Open Market Square

8.00am to 10.00am

Event Day Programme

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Changing/Storage Runners are asked to arrive changed and leave belongings in cars where possible. Limited changing facilities are available at Stafford Leisure Centre, Lammascote Road and bag storage for Half Marathon participants is available in Fit4Life of Stafford in Salter Street.

Parking in Stafford

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01785 253 389

See map below

Free parking is available on Sundays in Stafford Borough Council owned car parks.

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NOTE: For the Fun Run, pre-entry by Friday 27 February is preferred, however on the day entries will be available between 9.00am and 10.15am. Be aware there is a ÂŁ2 surcharge [including those attending schools in Stafford Borough].

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NOTE: N o on the day entries are permitted for the Stafford Half Marathon and Junior Mile events.

CONTACTS DETAILS

A marquee will be sited in Market Square to deal with any enquiries on the morning of the event. Open from 8.00am to 10.00am.

Enquiries Desk

Important Information

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eight lane 25 metre swimming pool | teaching pool with state of the art moveable floor | main gym housing up to 100 pieces of equipment | easy line gym circuit | multi-purpose fitness studio | squash courts | four-court sports hall | training suite | crèche | body tonic beauty suite and massage | activo membership offering great value access to the centre’s facilities and activities - please call for prices address tel

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Stafford Leisure Centre, Lammascote Road, Stafford ST16 3TA [next to ASDA Supermarket] 01785 619 500 slc@staffordbc.gov.uk staffordbc.gov.uk/staffordleisurecentre

six lane 25 metre swimming pool | squash courts | four-court sports hall | education suite offering a range of sports’ training courses and seminars | floodlit synthetic all-weather pitch | four competition-sized tarmac tennis courts | infared sauna

enhanced fitness facility housing up to 80 pieces of equipment | multi-purpose studio facility offering a range of fitness classes | crèche | three tarmac tennis courts | outdoor football pitches [call 01785 619 589 for pitch bookings]

address tel email web

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Oulton Road, Stone ST15 8DR 01785 815 715 alleynes@staffordbc.gov.uk staffordbc.gov.uk/alleynes

Leisure Services

Stafford Road, Stone ST15 8QW 01785 619 600 westbridge@staffordbc.gov.uk staffordbc.gov.uk/westbridge

Water Stations

Available at the following locations:

5 miles Milford Common

8 miles St Thomas Lane

11 miles Common Road Bridge

13.1 miles Market Square [Finish] Bottled water is available at all stations which will be positioned in areas where traffic is not permitted. Runners should be aware of other runners slowing down or stopping at these points. Please move on from the water station once you have taken your drink.

Please take only one bottle of water at each refreshment point.

Bins

Dispose of your litter responsibly, bins are provided after each water station.

Fairtrade Bananas

Free bananas will be provided in the Market Square at the end of your run.

Toilet Facilities

Available at the following locations: Measurements are approximate North Walls car park

300 metres from race finish Broad Street

350 metres from race finish

Stafford Gatehouse Theatre

50 metres from race finish

Portable toilets in Market Street

40 metres from race finish [left hand side of the Shire Hall Gallery entrance]

Portable toilets at Milford Common

5 miles from race start

Portable toilets in St Thomas Lane

8 miles from race start

First Aid

St John Ambulance Brigade will be on duty throughout the race. If you require first aid assistance, approach either a first aid personnel at the water station or one of the stewards on duty. Due to the rural nature of the route, first aid treatment will be provided as soon as possible. If it is an emergency an ambulance will be sent to the scene.

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Running on the Road

All runners should always be

aware of the following: Keep to the left hand side of the road and do not deviate from the official course, as you may wander outside of road closure zones. Follow any direction arrows [black arrow on a yellow sign] and temporary road traffic signs. Follow all instructions from police and stewards. Be aware of moving traffic and other road or footpath users.

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Please note that the Stafford Half Marathon course closes at 1.00pm, which allows a minimum pace of approximately 11 minutes per mile. As all stewards stand down and road closures are lifted at 1.00pm you are advised not to walk around the course.

As far as is reasonably practicable Stafford Borough Council has a legal duty to protect all runners participating in the race. To conform to this legal obligation all runners must be aware of the instructions within the following section of the handbook.

Half Marathon Important Information

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This event is run under the UK Athletics Rules.

UK Athletics Road Race Licence Number: 11318

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If each runner adopts this sensible approach everyone will move away from the start more smoothly and everyone will be able to get into their running quickly and without incident to have an enjoyable run in the 2009 Stafford Half Marathon.

Take up a position behind the start line that is appropriate for your estimated finishing time. There will be estimated finish time markers displayed along the start area fencing.

Guide finish times from recent Half Marathons: Winner to 1 hour 20 mins

3% of the finishers

Winner to 1 hour 30 mins

15% of the finishers

Winner to 1 hour 40 mins

35% of the finishers

Winner to 1 hour 50 mins

58% of the finishers

Winner to 2 hours 00 mins

75% of the finishers

Winner to 2 hours 10 mins

86% of the finishers

Winner to 2 hours 20 mins

94% of the finishers

Course Records Ladies

Clare Newton 2003 1hr 21mins 19seconds [Stafford Harriers]

Mens

Ray Plant 2005 1hr 07mins 55secs [City of Stoke]

Handcyclist

Ian Marsden 2007 45mins 44secs

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The start area is narrow, and it will be helpful if you can line up in accordance with your anticipated finish time, to ensure minimal congestion.

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Also, please note that there is a change to the first part of the course and there will be NO town centre loop at the start.

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As there is an increase in entries for this year’s Half Marathon, we ask that you follow the instructions below to alleviate potential problems in the start area.

NOTE: The start of the Half Marathon is situated in Stafford Street, at the Junction with Princes Street [see map on page 11].

Half Marathon Start Line Instructions

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From the Start S proceed down Stafford Street taking a right turn into Gaolgate Steet f to pass under the Finish Gantry F in Market Square.

From Market Square continue straight ahead into Greengate Street g proceeding to the traffic lights where a right turn is negotiated into Mill Bank h . Please keep to the right hand side of the coned carriageway in Mill Bank and Tenterbanks.

Continue through to just before the mini-roundabout i where a U-turn is carried out around the central refuge in the carriageway to return down the other side of Tenterbanks and Mill Bank j .

At the traffic lights bear right into Bridge Street k then continue to the Major Roundabout l .

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It is important to line up in accordance with your anticipated finish time, to ensure minimal congestion.

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Please walk from Market Square a up Gaolgate Street b and left into Crabbery Street c take a right into Chapel Street d then right again into Mount Street e .

Assemble at the rear of the Stafford Street start area in Mount Street .

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Please note the start of the Half Marathon is situated in Stafford Street, at the junction with Princes Street S .

Start Information

Half Marathon Race Description

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NOTE: All mile markers along the route are approximate

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CONTACTS DETAILS

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NOTE: All mile markers along the route are approximate

Half Marathon Race Description Mile Markers 01 On the Roundabout, just prior to joining A34 Cannock/A513 Rugeley. From the A34 at the Queensville Roundabout, runners will turn left into Ampleforth Drive, going clockwise around Ampleforth Drive.

02 Adjacent to No. 5 Ampleforth Drive. The A34 is rejoined from Ampleforth Drive, bearing left towards Radford Bank.

03 At the top of Radford Bank. Use slip road at Weeping Cross to avoid the mini-roundabouts, joining the A513 heading towards Milford.

djacent to Green Gore Lane at Walton-on-the-Hill. Head along the A513 to 04 A Milford. Water Station located at The Green, Milford.

05 At the junction of the slip road at The Green, with Holdiford Road. From

Milford turn left down Holdiford Road towards Tixall. Then at the Obelisk bear left towards Stafford.

06 Just after reaching the Tixall Obelisk, on Tixall Bank.

07 Between Tixall Obelisk and the Stafford Crematorium Traffic Lights on

Tixall Road. At the traffic lights at Stafford Crematorium, turn left towards Baswich and before reaching the river bridge, turn right into St. Thomas Lane. Water Station located approx 80 metres along St Thomas Lane.

08 100 metres along St Thomas Lane. At next junction turn left onto Tixall

Road, then right into Wolseley Road and then right onto Birkdale Drive. From Birkdale Drive enter Longhurst Drive where it turns right along Weston Road.

At Staffordshire University roundabout turn left along Beaconside.

09 First lamp post after turning onto Beaconside.

10 In the vicinity of the MOD Stafford Main Gate on Beaconside. From

Beaconside, take left turn into Sandon Road, a Crossover point here into The Haybarn estate, join the Disused Railway Path to Doxey. Water Station located at the first bridge, over which, the Common Road is routed.

11 Just after the Common Road Bridge.

12 Prior to leaving the Disused Railway Path to join Doxey Road. Leave the path,

cross Doxey Road into North Castle Street, then South Street. Turn sharp left then immediately sharp right onto the path alongside the River Sow. Continue under the bridge into Victoria Park, and along Mill Walk footpath.

From Victoria Park turn left along the footbridge then right into Mill Bank. At the old Post Office building, you return up Greengate Street, turning right up Tipping Street, then left onto Eastgate Street. At the end of Eastgate Street go straight ahead into Salter Street, and take a tight left turn onto Gaolgate Street.

F The finish in Market Square is immediately visible ahead.

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CONTACTS DETAILS

START FINISH

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The route is designed to minimise the risk of accidents. Wherever possible, roads have been closed, sections are on an old railway track, and traffic has been limited to certain sections of the route. Please do not deviate from the designated route for any reason. This is not only a risk to you but to motorists that may still be using part of the roadway.

Half Marathon Race Route

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HALF MARATHON

Over 45

Prize Giving Ceremony

Over 50

Will take place at:

Over 55 Over 60

12.30pm for 1.00pm start

Hand Cyclists Open

Don’t forget, free Fairtrade bananas and water will be provided in the Market Square at the end of your run. Once you have received these, please move away from the table.

Half Marathon Results Service and Photos You will be able to get a full result printout or race photos by logging on to:

www.theresults.co.uk Available Sunday afternoon

www.marathonphotos.com

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RACE CATOGORY

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Other prizes are awarded for:

CONTACTS DETAILS

Once you have crossed the finish line please proceed into Stafford’s Market Square and remove your Chip Timing Tag - this can now be exchanged for a medal or T-shirt at the Prize Marquee.

For Half Marathon Participants

Half Marathon Finish Area and Prizes

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Stafford HALF MARATHON

When you receive your race pack you will find enclosed a Chip Timing Tag [in a small enevelope] as illustrated below. This year we are using lightweight Timing Tags to be attached to your running shoe lace, which must be worn to get an official finish time. Your tag corresponds to your race number and must not be mixed up with anyone else’s.

Please Follow the Instructions Below: STEP One

STEP Two

STEP Three

STEP Four

Loosen the laces of your running shoe.

Thread both wire twist ties under the laces [lower down your shoe].

Thread the Timing Tag onto both wire twist ties [through all holes].

Secure the Timing Tag by twisting the wire ties firmly together.

Hand Cyclists: Securely tape your Timing Tag to the underside of the frame at a height of no more than 40cm (15�) from ground level. The tag should be horizontal to the ground.

You should ensure that the timing tag is not in contact with the frame by placing tape between the tag and the frame. Should you require any assistance with your Chip Timing Tag please contact a member of the HS Sports team around the finish area.

NOTE: Chip Timing Tags will be collected by stewards at the finish area. Please take your Chip Timing Tag to the Prize Marquee where it can be exchanged for either a medal or a T-shirt.

If you do not race please return your Timing Tag to: Tag Return | HS Sports Ltd Unit 5 | Radnor Park Industrial Estate | Congleton | Cheshire | CW12 4XN

Race Numbers, Correct Positioning:

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Remember to attach your Race Number to your running top.

[Complete your SOS details on the reverse of the number].

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For Half Marathon and Junior Mile Participants

Chip Timing Tag

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Gothic Cottage White Lion Street Stafford ST17 4BW

Running on the Road

Although roads have been closed to ensure the safety of all runners, please be aware of the following points: Keep to the left hand side of the road and do not stray away from the route, as you may wander outside of the road closure zone. Keep within the taped area. Follow all instructions from police and stewards.

First Aid

St John Ambulance Brigade will be on duty throughout the race. If you require first aid, you should approach either first aid personnel or one of the marshals on duty along the route.

A first aid ambulance will be located in Gaolgate Street.

Bins

Dispose of your litter responsibly.

Fairtrade Bananas

Free bananas will be provided in the Market Square.

Bottled Water

Toilet Facilities

Further Information

Available in Market Square for all participants at the end of the race.

Measurements are approximate North Walls car park

300 metres from race start/finish Broad Street

350 metres from race start/finish

Stafford Gatehouse Theatre

50 metres from racestart/finish

Portable toilets in Market Street

40 metres from race start/finish [left hand side of the Shire Hall Gallery entrance].

Young runners: Please remain with your parents/carers before the race, and return immediately to them after the race. If you get lost, go to the ‘Meeting Point’ in the Market Square at the Fun Run Late Entry Desk. If you require assistance please contact a steward who will be wearing a bright yellow Stafford Borough Council Jacket.

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For the Junior Mile, you must be able to complete the mile distance in a minimum of 8 minutes, as the Hand Cyclist and Half Marathon participants will need to get ready for their events.

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For the Fun Run, if you are aged under 12 years, it is strongly recommended that you run with an adult supervisor, who will also be entered into the event.

CONTACTS DETAILS

On race day, runners must comply with all instructions from police and stewards, and follow any temporary road traffic signs on the route.

As far as is reasonably practicable Stafford Borough Council has a legal duty to protect all runners participating in the Fun Run and Junior Mile events. To conform to this legal obligation all runners must be aware of the instructions within the following section of the handbook.

Junior Mile and Fun Run Important Information

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Functions and Conferencing Facilities Located in the heart of the county town, Stafford Gatehouse Theatre is a beautiful historical building which offers an outstanding selection of function rooms, ranging from large theatre formats to more intimate spaces for different size meetings, exhibitions, product launches, conferences, seminars and special events.

The Mountbatten Suite and Churchill Room can be used separately or together and come complete with bars and catering facilities for up to 100 people. The spacious and self-contained rooms offer a versatile space that can accommodate any number of uses from weddings, private parties and dinner dances through to conferences and meetings.

At the heart of Britain, Stafford is ideally located between Birmingham, Nottingham and Manchester and is amply served by road and rail. The theatre is situated in the town centre just seconds from the shopping and tourist attractions and easily accessible parking is just a short walk from the venue. The town centre location, versatile spaces and accommodating staff provide all you need for a successful and enjoyable event.

To find out more call Denise Tomlin or Alison Young on: 01785 253 595 or email gatehouse@staffordbc.gov.uk

The Brasserie The Brasserie at Stafford Gatehouse Theatre is an ideal town centre venue for delicious food and drink.

Open between 10.00am and 2.30pm in the day for morning coffee and light lunches the venue is the perfect place to meet with family and friends.

For evening performances in the Gatehouse Theatre, the Brasserie is open from 6.00pm for drinks and light snacks. The Gatehouse bar is also open during normal licensing hours on show nights and offers a wide range of beers, wines and spirits in a relaxed atmosphere.

Book Online

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Leisure Services

Lap A Proceed down Greengate Street a Turn left into South Walls b immediately left into Greengate Street Service Road c followed by a right into Tipping Street d Bear left onto Eastgate Street e Straight ahead into Salter Street f Turn Sharp left into Gaolgate Street g Continue under the Gantry S F to start the Lap B. Lap B Proceed down Greengate Street a Turn left into Tipping Street b Bear left onto Eastgate Street c Straight ahead into Salter Street d Turn sharp left into Gaolgate Street e .

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Fun Run and Junior Mile Route

CONTACTS DETAILS

10.00am start 10.40am start

Junior Mile Fun Run

Assemble at the Start/Finish Gantry in Market Square no earlier than 5 minutes prior to your race.

Junior Mile and Fun Run Route Map and Run Description

01785 619 300 WEB www.staffordbc.gov.uk/leisure EMAIL sports-events@staffordbc.gov.uk www.staffordbc.gov.uk/halfmarathon www.staffordbc.gov.uk/funrun www.staffordbc.gov.uk/juniormile

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Stafford Area Action for Fairtrade [SAAFT], Stafford's local Fairtrade group, are helping you to "CHANGE TODAY AND CHOOSE FAIRTRADE".

Supported by Midlands Co-operative Society and Stafford Borough Council's Sustainable and Healthy Communities team we are giving every runner a nutritious and delicious Co-op Fairtrade Banana at the 2009 Stafford Half Marathon and Fun Run. On behalf of the event organisers, SAAFT and the Sustainable and Healthy Communities team would like to express their sincere thanks to Midlands Co-operative Society for their support.

Look out for the Big Banana and Team SAAFT running "TOWARDS A FAIRER WORLD".

Buying Fairtrade products helps to assist farmers in developing countries to have a brighter future as they will be paid a fair price for their goods and produce, which in turn means that communities can afford to invest in healthcare, education and more sustainable methods of production.

Find out more about sustainable development and Fairtrade in Stafford Borough, contact: spearce@staffordbc.gov.uk telephone_ 01785 619 408 website_ www.staffordbc.gov.uk/sd email_

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Fun Run Prizes Every Fun Run finisher will receive a medal, your own personal keepsake, for completing the circuit of this ever-popular event.

A number of Spot Prizes will be on offer, for the best and most creative fancy dress costumes!

Don’t forget, free Fairtrade bananas and water will be provided in the Market Square at the end of your run. Once you have received these, please move away from the table.

Junior Mile Results Service and Photos You will be able to get a full result printout or race photos by logging on to:

www.theresults.co.uk Available Sunday afternoon

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Junior Mile

Will take place on the Signal 1 Stage in the Market Square at approximately 10.45am

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Bourne Sports gift vouchers will awarded for:

Prize Giving Ceremony

CONTACTS DETAILS

Once you have crossed the finish line please proceed into Stafford’s Market Square and remove your Timing Tag – this can now be exchanged for a T-shirt at the Prize Marquee.

Junior Mile Prizes

Junior Mile and Fun Run Finish Area and Prizes

01785 619 300 WEB www.staffordbc.gov.uk/leisure EMAIL sports-events@staffordbc.gov.uk www.staffordbc.gov.uk/halfmarathon www.staffordbc.gov.uk/funrun www.staffordbc.gov.uk/juniormile

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The official UK Athletics Development Scheme

SATURDAYS until 28 March 09 Excluding school holidays TIME 10.30am - 12noon AGE 8 - 12 years PRICE £4.00 per session VENUE Stafford Sports College [formerly Rising Brook High School]

[Please note that black sole trainers are not allowed in the sports hall]

Progression to Athletics Enjoy exciting multi-event specialised coaching sessions to develop specific techniques and improve your fitness with running distances, jumping, throwing and relay practice – and maybe even progress to the local athletics clubs.

WEDNESDAYS until 25 March 09 Excluding school holidays TIME 6.00pm - 7.30pm AGE 13 - 15 years PRICE £3.00 per session VENUE Rowley Park Sports Stadium

Join in and develop your athletics skills by having fun in the school holidays* with an exciting programme of running, jumping and throwing events led by trained and experienced coaches in a safe environment at Rowley Park Stadium during most school holidays.

AGE 8 - 15 years PRICE £30 for 5 days or £7 per day VENUE Rowley Park Sports Stadium

* Available during the summer and Easter holidays

Other Sports Sessions in Stafford Borough The Sports Development Team offer a wide range of sports and coaching sessions including football, basketball, hockey, netball, tennis, and many more.

For more information or to find out about local sports clubs and courses please contact: TEL 01785 619 607 EMAIL sportsdevelopment@

staffordbc.gov.uk

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Star:track Athletics

Get an idea of the skills and techniques involved in traditional Track and Field Athletics - have fun and try your best!

Activities include relays, sprinting, endurance, jumping, throwing and many more.

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First Steps to Athletics

CONTACTS DETAILS

Clare Skelton TEL 01785 619 308 EMAIL cskelton@staffordbc.gov.uk

NOTE: F or information on athletics training courses and events, contact:

Athletics Training Courses and Events

01785 619 300 WEB www.staffordbc.gov.uk/leisure EMAIL sports-events@staffordbc.gov.uk www.staffordbc.gov.uk/halfmarathon www.staffordbc.gov.uk/funrun www.staffordbc.gov.uk/juniormile

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