Welcome to the Clapham Common 10k Series 2008. Innovation Sports are now in our 4th year of hosting the Clapham Common 10k. Our 10K course is designed to introduce novice runners through to competitive running. We have taken on-board all comments regarding our races and have used them to improve our event from the application process through to race day and aim to give you an improved 10k Series, We hope to create an enjoyable event and we look forward to seeing you at our races!!!
Race Day Itenary
08:30 Registration Opens
09:40 Warm Up
09:50 Gather at Start line
10:00 Race Commences
About Clapham Common 10K Series
- The Course
- Entry Fee
- Confirmation of entry
- Race Numbers
- Race capacity
- Starting The Race
- During The Race
- Using GPS Systems
- Chip Timing
- Timing & Results
- Points System
- Prizes
- First Aid
- Toilets
- Water
- FAQs
The course has been measured to 10km and the route for the Clapham Common 10K Series runs will be a lap system based on 3 laps. Each runner will cross the start point 4 times, this being 3 full laps. Then at the 1st major junction there will have a turn-off and a finish stretch.
The course itself is a flat terrain with some hilly areas, running on both grass and concrete paths. We advise runners NOT to wear spike for the race. It is a scenic route with cordoned off areas and numerous stewards to help you along the way. Some areas will have caution signs and we ask all participants to be aware of signs posted for your safety. Further details about the course can be downloaded at here
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The first 500 Entries will be priced at £17. Thereafter, entries will be available on race day, priced at £20. We advise all runners to register in advance as we cannot reserve or guarantee places that aren’t fully paid for.
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Communication will be primarily via email. Please monitor you emails as occasionally email filters direct these mails to your ‘junk mail’. You will be sent a confirmation email with details of the run and instructions for what to do next.
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This year all runners will collect their race number and timing chip on the RACE DAY. Race numbers will NOT be sent out via post. Please arrive at the registration area, which will be open from 8.30am for both registered runners and those who wish to register on the day. Once you are in possession of you race, please attach it to the FRONT of your chest and securely strap the timing chip to your ankle.
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Our first 4 races are capped at 700 runners; we aim to fill these places as quickly as possible. For our final race in October we have an extended capacity of 1000 runners.
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To help the race commence as smoothly as possible, we kindly request that all beginner runners or those who average over 60 minutes to please start the race towards the back. This will help fellow experienced runners to set off and to help ease the congestion of everyone starting off at once.
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There will be one water station, distance markers and stewards throughout the course to assist you during the race. We will have a clock positioned next to the start and finish line for you to monitor your time. Announcements will be made throughout the race!
If you sustain an injury during the race please alert one of our stewards who will assist you or contact the onsite medical team. If you have an existing injury that becomes aggravated during the race then we recommend withdrawing from the race rather than causing further damage.
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Many runners use GPS Systems to monitor their time, speed and distance during races. The course has numerous tree lines that may prevent GPS signals being received and advise runners to be aware of this problem.
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Please make sure your velcro strap is secured properly to your ankle. This will ensure your final finish time. All chips will be colleted at the finish line, so please make sure you have handed the chip back.
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New for 2008 is our chip timing system. Each runner will have a Velcro chip attached to there ankle. Your start and finish time will be recorded as soon as you have crossed the start and finish line. Running times will be provided for all runners who complete the race. Race times will be posted on our website under Results in the Running section, usually 24 hours at the very latest.
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Points will be allocated to all runners who complete each race in the Clapham Common 10K Series. The points are outlined below and runners who participate in each event will accrue points. At the end of the series prizes will be awarded to Male & Female 1 st, 2 nd and 3 rd place runners
Winner of race |
60 |
(Male & Female winners will each receive 60 points) |
Runner up |
50 |
(Male & Female winners will each receive 50 points) |
3 rd Place |
40 |
(Male & Female winners will each receive 40 points) |
< 40 mins |
35 |
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< 45 mins |
30 |
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< 50 mins |
25 |
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< 55 mins |
20 |
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< 60 mins |
15 |
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60 mins > |
10 |
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Note: If at the end of the series we have a tir, final postions will be judged on how many races in the series each participant has ran and then if necessary, by final standings for each race.
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At the end of the series the winners will be decided by most points accrued over the Clapham Common 10K Series. There will be both Male & Female categories for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes. In event of a draw on points, winners will be decided by average finishing position throughout the series.
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An ambulance will be present on site as a precaution. If you do require medical attention, please see a member of our team who will alert the paramedics.
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There are toilets available for public use on Clapham Common. We also have portable toilet units on site to make life easier for our runners.
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We have 1 water station on our course. This is positioned just after the 1st major junction on the course. Each runner will then be given a bottle of water as they cross the finish line.
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How do I register and pay for more than 1 person?
Everyone that would like to run has to register his or her details online. You can do this by clicking on the homepage or running page link. If you would like to pay for more than 1 person, then you have to make payment by cheque or advise us of your card payment.
Note: If you make an online payment for more than one person, then you risk not being registered.
What happens once I have registered?
You will receive a confirmation email advising you of your entry/payment. Further to this you will be sent an email confirming your entry, with instructions and information about the race and collection of your race number. PLEASE NOTE: All information regarding the race is available on the website.
What happens if I have not received a confirmation email?
Please contact us at running@innovationsports.co.uk and we will make sure you’re entered.
