Forres Harriers Brodie Castle 10k 2023

(under SA permit )

Sunday 5 November 2023. 

1100 start

A big welcome back for this year's race. 

Formerly known as the Dyke 10k now starting and finishing in the spectacular grounds of the 16th century Brodie Castle, a National Trust for Scotland property.  Following much of the route of the old Dyke 10k race but now starting and finishing in the spectacular grounds of the castle.  We don't think that there are many events in the country that offer the runner a better view as they race towards a race finish line - a tree lined route to a picturesque castle in lovely grounds.

This year the race is held under SA permit. Around a certified accurately measured course.  UK Association of Course Measurers Cert no. 15/412.

First second third prizes in male overall and female overall will be awarded, age category groups prizes also - one runner one prize - overall category takes precedence. 

Chip Timing

Medal or memento for all finishers.  

Registration:  Will take place from 0930 -1045 in the grounds of Brodie Castle.

Race Briefing:  There will be a race safety brief at the race start to go over any safety issues and answer any questions.

Please follow all instructions from race officials as they are there to ensure your safety. The roads on the race route are NOT closed for this event so be aware of other road traffic.  

Under our risk assessent for this event and under UK Athletics rules you must not wear headphones whilst running on this course. This includes ALL types of earphones. You will be disqualified if seen wearing headphones during the race at any point.

Start Time:  The race will start prompt at 1100 in the picturesque castle grounds.  A traffic free start to your race. The first kilometre or so is on the estate road. Start line is on the entrance road to the castle - please assemble there for a safety briefing.

Water Stops:  There will be a no water station on the course please arrive hydrated or bring your own drinks.

Race Support:  Support will be withdrawn from course after 90 minutes - we owe a duty of care to our volunteer marshals who will be standing in cold weather whilst you are running.  

Race Finish:  The runners enter the grounds of the castle in the last mile and race towards the finish in front of the castle presenting a fantastic photo opportunity for all finishers.

Post race and spectator Refreshments:  Refreshments will be available  in the Castle's coffee shops (chargeable).  Toilets are available in the car park, and the Playful Garden areas.  There are no changing facilities available on site. 

General Information:  There is car parking provided in the grounds of Brodie Castle. Please follow directions on arrival whilst still adhering to the Castle one-way traffic system.

  Entry and entry Fees:  This is available only online here at Entry Central.  You must register as a user with Entry Central to enter. This is free and easy.  

Online entries will close on the 2 November 2023 or if the field is full before then - 400 places available on a first come first served basis. Some people were upset at missing out last year as they waited until last minute. We will not have a waiting list this year.  

Entries are priced at £13.00 SA  + £2.00 for non SA runners.  

Online entries will close at midnight 2 November 2023 or sooner if all 400 places sold out before that date. EntryCentral will show the race as 'Closed' after this time or when list is full. . 

Many thanks to National Trust for Scotland for their support in promoting and hosting this event with us.  Why not visit the castle over the spring and summer or try one of their events before you come along on race day? http://www.nts.org.uk/Property/Brodie-Castle/ for details and more information.

FULL RACE DAY INSTRUCTIONS 

Your number including timing chips should be collected on the day - we do not post out numbers or race information - check back here for updates regulary. 

Registration is open from 0930 - 1045. Please try to avoid arriving before this time - we may not be finished setting up before this time.  

A pre-race briefing will take place at the start line just before the start of the race.  A safety notice and maps will be shown at registration. The start line is on the approach road to the castle in the grounds.  Please make your way to the start for this pre-race brief. 

Please follow all instructions from race officials as they are there to ensure your safety. The roads on the race route are NOT closed for this event so be aware of other road traffic.   Under our risk assessent for this event and under UK Athletics rules you must not wear headphones whilst running on this course. This includes ALL types of earphones. You will be disqualified if seen wearing headphones during the race at any point.

Marshals cannot stop traffic so give way to other road users where necessary.

There is no water station on course.  Please start fully hydrated or carry your own drink.

If you need medical attention please let a marshal know or the tail cyclists.

If you cannot complete the race please let a marshal know or the tail cyclists

Whilst we welcome runners of all abilities we will withdraw on course support after 90 minutes - our marshals are all volunteers and we owe them a duty of care to make sure that they aren't stood out to long on the day. You may still complete the event but the finish system may have been withdrawn also. 

Refreshments are available at the castle afterwards.  Spectators can get refreshments from the cafe and shop. 

Enjoy your day out with us at Brodie Castle.  

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