Introduction

There are many reasons why our Baxters River Ness 5K Fun Run is so popular.

To begin with it is open to runners of all ages and abilities including wheelchair entrants.  Whether you’re running for charity in fancy dress; with your entire family; in a group of mates or with your school or club – whatever your level of fitness, goals and aspirations, we guarantee you’ll finish this race with a smile on your face!

Following a flat route along the River Ness, the race finishes at the Event Village in Bught Park where the waiting crowds will cheer you over the finish line and towards your well deserved medal, T-shirt, goody bag and delicious hot soup.

Scenic, rewarding and a pleasurable way to take part – we’ll see you at the start line!

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When does it start?

The 5K Fun Run starts at 10.00am on Sunday 30 September 2012 at Bught Park in the centre of Inverness.

The Route

The route starts at the Bught Park and does a loop near the park before crossing over ‘the Islands’ and following Ness Bank into the heart of Inverness. Runners will turn left over the main town road bridge and left again immediately after the bridge into Ness Walk. The route continues along the edge of the River Ness before finishing at the Bught Park.

Please click on the map to enlarge.

IMPORTANT: Runners must keep in the left hand lane at all times. The organisers reserve the right to alter the route if operationally required.

What's Included?

Entry Fees include online charges and:

• Finishers t-shirt
• Finishers medal
• Goody bag
• Post-race soup and roll
• Highland Spring at the Finish/Event Village
• Fantastic festival at the Finish including live music, fun family activities and a food and drink fayre

How to Enter

Entry to the 2012 Baxters River Ness 5K Fun Run is now open.  A limited number of race day entries will be available.

Confirmation of Entry

Successful applicants will receive confirmation on receipt of payment, by email only, so please include your email address when entering. If you do not have email please check your bank statement for confirmation of race entry. All 5K runners will be sent race information by post in September. No other correspondence is sent unless you have signed up to the e-newsletter.

Wheelchair Entries

The race is fully wheelchair accessible and we welcome wheelchair entries. All wheelchair entrants should contact us in advance: info@lochnessmarathon.com.

Schools & Clubs Entry

Schools, clubs and disability groups are invited to enter teams to run the 5K Fun Run and receive reduced entry fees. For further information about entering a team, please email info@lochnessmarathon.com. Team entries must be received by 10 September.

Race Weekend Timings

Saturday 29 September
12.30-18.00 Pre-race Registration at Bught Park, Inverness (in marquee, see route map or visit Google maps)
Limited number of 5K entries will be available.
12.30-18.00 Baxters Pasta Party at Bught Park- all runners, friends and family welcome!

Sunday 30 September
08.00-09.30 Pre-race Registration at Bught Park (see route map or visit Google maps) Limited number of 5K entries available.
10.00 Start of Baxters River Ness 5K Fun Run.

Pre-Race Registration

All 5K runners must attend pre-race Registration to collect their race numbers between 12.30-18.00 on Saturday 29 September or between 08.00-09.30 on Sunday 30 September at Bught Park, Inverness. A limited number of race day entries will be available over race weekend. Please allow at least an hour before close of registration if you plan to collect your race number on Sunday.

The Start

The Start is at Bught Park where a fun aerobic warm-up will take place. Adults wishing to escort primary school runners and wheelchair participants are welcome to do so.

Kilometre Markers

There are ascending Kilometre markers along the route.

Road Closures

We have priority on all roads along the route. However, please keep to the left hand side of the road at all times as it might be necessary for emergency and officials’ vehicles to travel along the route.

The Finish

The Finish is along the River Ness at Bught Park. Here you will be presented with your finisher’s medal, t-shirt and fantastic goody bag. All 5K finishers receive a complimentary Baxters soup & roll. Showers and changing facilities are available at Bught Park. Massage is available for a small donation to charity.

Festival on Race Day

We are planning a fantastic line-up of entertainment and activities at the Finish at Bught Park – open to the public from 10.00-16.00 – with massed pipes & drums, bands, charity and sports retailer stands, the Baxters Food & Drink Fayre, kid’s activities, and great highland hospitality.

Marathon-Photos.com

Marathon-Photos.com will be taking photographs and video of the competitors on the course and at the finish. The photos will be available online within 72 hours of the event to every entrant as exclusive photo products. Plus every competitor will be able to download for FREE their Event Certificate.
http://www.marathon-photos.com/

Spectators

We would encourage all spectators to come to Bught Park where all three races finish and enjoy our Festival atmosphere and Highland hospitality.

Volunteers

We need your help! Volunteers are needed to undertake a variety of tasks including: assisting at drink stations; helping at the finish line and many other key tasks.

Please visit our Volunteers page for more information.

Baxters Pasta Party

Find out about our Baxters Pasta Party for all runners, family and friends!