The Races

You can enter in advance or on-the-day and all entries cost £1 per child. All children taking part will receive a medal.

All races for children up to Y9 take place on the cricket pitches.

There is no lower age limit for entry in the pre-school run, but we suggest that under 4s are accompanied on the run by an adult.

Please note that:-

• Due to safeguarding issues, no results will be recorded or published for children’s races.
• All entries by under-18s should be signed by a parent or guardian.

The children’s races are sponsored by:-

Races and Timings

After the success of our pre-school races in recent years, we are now including these in the main event.

All distances are approximate and races take place on the cricket pitches. We aim to start each race promptly, so please make sure that you, or your child, are in place at the start line in time for their run. However, if a child misses their race, they are welcome to run in a later race and they will still receive a medal.

Colin the Camel

Hopefully Colin the Camel will be back for another year. He still holds the Guinness World Record for the fastest marathon by a pantomime camel. He will be coming along to our Fun Run to take part in the races for younger children. Can YOU beat Colin ?

In addition to having Colin the Camel at our Fun Run, we also hope to have Luca the Lion and Rennie Bear, supporting the Rennie Grove Peace Hospice.

Trophies

In addition to medals for all runners, trophies will be awarded to the first boy and girl in each race, together with a Participation Trophy for the most runners from local infant and junior schools.

The Race

Following the successful introduction of this race last year, we are pleased to confirm the ‘Inclusivity Race’ will be running again in 2026.

For those who want to take part in the fun, without the pressure of competition, this is the race for you..! Whether you prefer to walk, jog, roll or run, you can choose the distance that feels right for you and enjoy the thrill of crossing the finish line.

Your Pace, Your Race is open to children and adults of all ages, abilities and confidence levels, including those with additional needs or anyone who just wants to go at their own speed.

• Choose your own distance – from 100m to 400m.
• The Inclusivity Race starts at 6:10pm.
• Go solo or bring along a buddy or family member for extra support.
• Every participant will receive a medal to celebrate their achievement.
• Hopefully Colin the Camel will be joining-in the fun.
• No times, no competition (and no trophy) – just lots of fun and encouragement..!

Join us for a race where everyone’s a winner. Because every step counts, at your own pace.

There will be three starts, at distances of approximately 100m, 250m and 400m. Choose which one works for you and present yourself to the appropriate start when the race is called. Everyone will finish at the main finish and collect their medal.

Entering

To enter, just complete the online entry as normal, for whichever age-group is applicable. Then, when you collect your race number on the day, simply let us know that you want to be included in the Inclusivity Race and listen out for the announcements around 6.10pm.

We welcome runners of all ages, abilities and backgrounds taking part.  If you have any issues that we can assist with, please contact Paul at funrun@tringrunningclub.org.uk

The Inclusivity Race is sponsored by:-

The Race

The senior/adult race is for students in school years 10 to 13, plus adults.

The race is approximately 6km in distance and takes place on local roads and the canal towpath. The race starts at 7:30pm and we aim to start all races promptly, so please endeavour to be in place on the start line in good time.

The cost for school students is £1 and for adults it is £5 for entries in advance, or £8 for entries on-the-day.

The adult race is sponsored by:-

Adult Race Route

Please run in single file beside the canal and show courtesy towards other users of the tow path.  In the unlikely event that someone falls in, please get a message to a marshal as quickly as possible.  As it is important that runners are fully aware of others around them and can hear the marshals at all times, particularly at the road crossings, we ask that you do not wear headphones.

Most entrants complete the 6km Fun Run in 50 minutes or less. This is a running event and we would encourage you to run at least part of the route, although brisk walking is also allowed.  However, please note that we will stop recording times after 60 minutes.

Trophies

• All finishers receive a medal
• Trophy for the first adult male and female
• Adult Team Challenge trophy – teams can be of any size, but the trophy will be awarded to the team with the greatest number of finishers. To be included in the Team Challenge, simply enter the adult run as normal and add a team name.

Entries in advance

If you have entered in advance, please go to the Number Registration desk on the day to pick up your number.  The desk will be open from 4:30pm onwards, so you can either pop in during the afternoon if you are local, or you can register when you arrive for your run.

On-The-Day Entries

If you have not entered in advance, you can still enter on the day (see above for the on-the-day entry fees). The Entries desk will be open from 4.30pm onwards, so you can either pop in during the afternoon if you are local, or you can enter when you arrive for the runs. However, please be aware that the entry desk becomes very busy between 5 and 7pm, so please allow sufficient time to queue. We are able to accept cash or card payments on the day.

Please note that all entries by under-18s should be signed by a parent or guardian.

Parking

Parking available on the cricket field (HP23 5NW), accessible from Station Road but please avoid bringing your car, or car-share, if possible.  Parking is also available in the public car parks on Tring High Street.

Please do not park in the cricket club car park (by Springwell Vets).

Refreshments

The bar at the Cricket Pavilion will be open for beer and soft drinks, plus we also hope to have burgers, coffee and ice cream available.

Water will be available throughout the afternoon, near the finish line.  Please help us to cut down on waste by bringing your own cup or refillable bottle.

Dogs

Sorry, but dogs are NOT allowed on any of the runs nor on the cricket pitches.

Photography

There will be an event photographer at the Fun Run, taking general photos of the event and participants for future publicity.  All such photography will comply with the ‘TRC Safeguarding Policy and Procedures’.

Runners and parents are requested to state at race registration if they do not wish photos of themselves or their children to be used in this manner and we will make every effort comply with these wishes, by identifying people from their race numbers and then not using their images.

Note that other members of the public may also be taking photos on their phones or cameras and we have no direct control over these images.

Other information

Parents/guardians/carers are responsible for their own children on the day.

Where can I park?

Parking available on the cricket field (HP23 5NW), accessible from Station Road but please avoid bringing your car, or car-share, if possible. Parking is also available in the public car parks on Tring High Street.

Please do not park in the cricket club car park (by Springwell Vets).

Will there be food and drink available?

The bar at the Cricket Pavilion will be open for beer and soft drinks, plus we also hope to have burgers, coffee and ice cream available.

Water will be available throughout the afternoon, near the finish line. Please help us to cut down on waste by bringing your own cup or refillable bottle.

Can I bring my dog?

Sorry, but dogs are NOT allowed on any of the runs, nor on the cricket pitches.

What are the race timings?

If a child misses their race, they are welcome to run in a later race. They will still receive a medal.

Will the results be published?

Results for the senior/adults run will be recorded and published on the TRC website. Please allow a day or so for us to process the results.

Due to safeguarding issues, no results will be recorded or published for children’s or inclusivity races.

How do I join a running club?

Tring Running Club welcomes adult runners of all abilities, even if you have not been running regularly and need to take walking breaks:
Website

Dacorum Athletics Club (includes a junior section):
Website

How do I contact the organisers?

If you have any queries, please email Paul at
funrun@tringrunningclub.org.uk

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