Race Day information for the Brooks Serpentine New Year's Day 10k

Everything you need to know is online and race packs will not be sent in advance. Study the following information and the course details carefully! Collect your race numbers and timing chips at registration on race day. Please note the start is approx 250m from registration and the baggage tent; allow enough time to collect your race chip and number and get to the Start. The race will start at 11.00am whether you're there or not!

Race day timetable

9:00 am – 10:45 am – Registration

10:55 am – Race briefing at the Start. If you're not there you can't race

11:00 am – 10k race starts. There are no waves; you all start together

12.00 pm (noon) – 3k race starts

12.30 pm approx – Prize giving (weather and results dependant)

Registration

• Registration will be between 9:00 am and 10:45 am in the marquee by the Finish on the north side of the Serpentine on Serpentine Road.
  View course map
• Please bring a copy of your race entry email with you as proof of entry
• At registration you will receive your race number and a timing chip
• Your number must be visible on your front during the race and must not be folded or cut down in any way

Chip timing

• DBMax are once again prviding chip-timing for the race.
• Please ensure you fasten the chip securely to your left ankle - you are responsible for your chip from registration until you hand it in at the finish.
  Please read these instructions on how to fit your chipbefore race day.
• All competitors must report to the finish even if you are abandoning the race.
• Chips will be collected at the finish line. It is essential you return your chip. Failure to do so may result in an additional charge.

Race rules

• Numbers are specific to your age and gender and non transferable. DO NOT PASS YOUR NUMBER TO ANYONE ELSE. Anyone found number swapping will be disqualified from the race and may be banned from taking part in future Serpentine Running Club races
• The use of personal stereos, MP3 players, or mobile phones during the race is banned. You need to be fully aware of what is going on around you at all times. This is for your safety, the safety of your fellow competitors and the safety of the public
• We share Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens with the public, please show them respect – competitors do not have priority over other park users

The 10k course

• The start is on Main Street approx 250m from registration and the baggage tents - there will be signs showing where to go
• The course covers both Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens - View course map
• The 10k course is virtually flat, certified accurate and traffic free

Your safety & safeguarding the future of the race

• The entire race is on paths within the Parks but that only increases the brownian motion of the park's many tourists and dog walkers. Please be aware that tourists are especially likely to move (or suddenly stop!) in mysterious ways and be careful of this on the course. Anybody behaving recklessly; endangering themselves, other competitors or members of the public will be disqualified
• We will have two water stations on the route. One will be located near the finish and one on the Broad Walk in Kensington Gardens. Please ensure you start the race well hydrated
• Hyde Park is full of litter bins and we will also have rubbish bags at the finish area. Out of respect for the park and its users please do not drop empty drink bottles, gel wrappers or other rubbish on the route or anywhere else

Parking

There is limited parking in the area – parking is available at the Serpentine and Triangle car parks off West Carriage Drive. They will be open between 8.30am – 6.30pm and will be charged at the standard rate. Underground Parking is available at the Park Lane Car Park.

Facilities

• There are no showers or changing facilities in Hyde Park so come ready to race
• You will be able to leave bags in the marquee just beyond the finish area. To make collection easier, please write your race number on the luggage tag provided at registration and attach it to your bag. The bags will be watched by marshals; however do not leave money or valuables as we cannot accept any responsibility for their loss
• The nearest public toilets are opposite the Bandstand, there are additional toliets in the Winter Wonderland site and in the Serpentine Bar and Kitchen.
• Food and hot drinks will be available at the Serpentine Bar and Kitchen

Thanks

Serpentine is delighted that Brooks Running will be sponsoring our 10K and 3K races.
Brooks Sports, Inc. is a leading running company that designs and markets a line of high-performance men's and women's running shoes, apparel and accessories in more than 40 countries worldwide. Designed to elevate the running experience, Brooks' advanced stability, cushioning and motion control gear is recognised as the product of choice among runners of all levels. Entirely focused on the run, we are dedicated to inspiring people to run and be active. Brooks creates innovative equipment that keeps you running longer, farther and faster-and with more enjoyment of the run.

The Royal Parks for their continued cooperation in helping us stage this race in such a beautiful venue.

And most importantly, the marshals and officials – all volunteers from Serpentine Running Club – without whom this race would not be possible.