Rotary Shakespeare Marathon and Half Marathon

• Medals to finishers
• Prizes to winners of specific age categories
• Aid and refreshment points

If you're travelling to the event by car, please allow 15 minutes to walk from the main car parking area (near the recreation ground) to the start area in the town centre.

Start Location - Church Street, Stratford-upon Avon Town Centre

From 7am to 9am there will be an Information Desk located near the start line, on the High Street, at the entrance of Debenhams Store.

Please note that the Information Desk will be relocated to the Main Marquee on the recreation ground once the race has started.

Race pack information

Please remember your chip and number, as without these you cannot participate. Make sure you number is visibly fastened to the front of your top.

Accomplished runners are advised to arrive early should they wish to secure a front spot in for the start of the race.

Your most comfortable running gear!

All spectators are welcome. With so many things to do and see in Stratford-On-Avon, why not make a weekend out of it!

Is there a cap on entries?

Yes, for safety and logistics, numbers are capped at circa 3,700.

When should I enter and how?

Given the entry limit and fact that no entries are taken on the day, we'd recommend entering as soon as possible.

The easiest and quickest way to enter is online.

Please note that no refunds are possible, nor can entries be transferred or extended to the next year.

Are there refreshments along the route?

Yes, every 2 miles or so there will be drink stations. Whilst bottled water will be available, isotonic drinks will not be handed out.

There will also be refreshments available at the finish line.

Can I wear headphones?

For safety reasons, running headphones are not permitted. Anyone found to ignore this request may be disqualified.

Do I get my race number, chip and information in advance?

Yes, all of these items will be sent to you in the post ahead of the event and you should receive them by Thursday 25th April 2019. If, by Friday, you haven't then please get in touch.

Please note that if you enter the race after 12pm on Wednesday 24th April 2019 then you will need to collect your race pack at the Information Desk (outside Debenhams) on race day.

Those who are entering from abroad are also required to collect their race pack from the Information Desk on the event day.

What facilities are available on the day?

Showers and changing rooms are provided at the finish line. For Men, these are at the District Council Pavillion and for Women, these are located at the Boat Club.

Bag storage is also available at the Sea Cadet's hut and any items left here are subject to your personal responsibility.

Toilets are available at both the start and the finish line.

Health and Safety

• As much of the course takes place on public roads, please be conscious of any hazard such as traffic or road works.
• No headphones are allowed.
• Both toilets and water stations are located throughout the route.
• Self propelled wheelchairs are not permitted along the route.
• Subject to the Race Director's decision, athletes who wish to push wheelchairs may be allowed. Please contact the Race Director to discuss further.

Is there any medical support?

There will be doctors at the finish line (recreation ground), along with first aid from St John's Ambulance. A sports injury specialist will also be present for any injured participants at the end of the race.There's also medical support across the course.

Please make sure you are adequately prepared for the race both mentally and physically. If you are questioning your ability then please do not start the race. The Course Doctor will have the final say and if you are requested to exit the course you must abide by these instructions.

It is also advisable to check that you have suitable personal insurance coverage.

Note: It it vital that you write on the back of your race number any existing medical conditions and an emergency contact number. It is is also recommended that all runners write their name and address.

Results

If you're looking to find out your race finish time or how another athlete did, you can check the provisional results which will be posted by the finish area. The official results will also be available to view online at www.frsystems.co.uk a few days after the event.

If you'd like your results posted, this is also possible for the fee of £1 on the day. Further details can be found at the Information Desk.