ENTRY FEE
This goes towards covering the event infrastructure, organisation and administration

SPONSORSHIP
You don't have to raise any sponsorship money to run this race.
However, we would be delighted if you choose to raise sponsorship for your chosen charity.

If you would like to run for a charity and raise sponsorship, we recommend supporting Cancer Research Wales, as their work funds local cancer research projects happening in Wales.

Cancer Research Wales scientists are among the very best in the world; every day they’re making progress into the early diagnosis, treatment and cure of cancer.

You can do this in a number of ways:

1. Contact the charity of your choice and ask them to send you a sponsorship sponsor form

2. Create your own personalised online sponsorship page via any of the Charity Fundraising Websites

3. Cancer Research Wales are our preferred charity partner and we'd be delighted if you chose to run and raise sponsorship on their behalf.
Please visit the Cancer Research Wales website sponsorship page or download a sponsorship form here

Donate to Cancer Research Wales
 
You can create your own JustGiving Fundraising Page by clicking this button:

This article might help you decide how / where to donate
How much does a charity actually get from a donation?

The Cardiff 5K - Race for Victory is proudly supported by a number of local businesses.

We would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to them all for their generous support

Gold

• James & Jenkins - http://www.jamesandjenkins.co.uk
• Whitchurch Building Supplies - http://whitchurchbuilders.co.uk

Silver

• Seary Physiotherapy - http://www.searyphysio.com
• Hungry Horse - http://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/locations/three-elms
• Watkin Davies - http://www.watkindavies.com
• Run and Become - www.runandbecome.com/cardiff

Bronze

• The Royal Oak - https://www.facebook.com/TheRoyalOakWhitchurch/
• The Brook Bistro - http://www.thebrookbistro.com/
• The Plough - https://www.sabrain.com/plough/
• Allen & Harris - https://www.allenandharris.co.uk
• Fino Lounge Cafe Bar - http://thelounges.co.uk/lounges/fino-lounge/
• The Maltsters - www.sabrain.com/maltsterswhitchurch
• The Co-operative - http://www.co-operativefood.co.uk
• Cardiff Bed & Furniture Centre - http://www.cardiffbedcentre.co.uk/
• Damian Harris Cycles - http://www.damianharriscycles.co.uk
• Deli a GoGo - http://www.deliagogo.com/
• Visible Art - http://www.http://visibleart.co.uk/
• CS - Promotions - http://www.CS-Promotions.com
• AABC - https://www.AABC.co.uk

Please can you help us by volunteering.

You don't need to run to be part of the Cardiff 5K.

Volunteers are an essential part in making sure that race day is a huge success.

We would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to them all for their generous support.

If you would like to join our volunteers and be an intergral part of the day we would love to hear from you.

You don't need any special skills, just to be reliable, flexible and have lots of enthusiasm.

Volunteering is a great way to have fun, make new friends and enjoy being part of the team that runs a great race and provides a fun evening of family entertainment.

Please contact us ASAP to let us know that you'd like to volunteer, so that we can make you part of the team.

Email RaceForVictory@Cardiff5K.com or Contact us on Social Media.

The entry fee covers the event infrastructure, organisation and administration

All Runners get a Cardiff 5K - Race For Victory T-shirt
(it will be the special Cardiff 5K Race T-shirt featuring names of all those taking part)

Please complete a seperate entry form for every runner:

Online entries close at 23:59 on Sunday 16^th April 2017
We CANNOT accept any entries on the day

The Race is under the rules and regulations of Welsh Athletics

Non Affiliated £ 15

Affiliated £ 13

VERY IMPORTANT
All entrants MUST be at least 11 years old.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL ON THE NIGHT

1. REGISTRATION & T-SHIRT COLLECTION

Race HQ will be located in the centre of the Village and will be clearly signposted

Please print off your entry invoice and bring it with you between 10am until 6pm on the day of the event (Sunday 30th April 2017) to collect your race pack

As it is likely to be very busy closer to the start time please make sure you collect your race pack in plenty of time as it includes your Race Number and Timing Chip

Everybody will receive a Cardiff 5K - Race For Victory T-shirt (size selection at point of registration)

VERY IMPORTANT
*IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU COULD WEAR THE RACE T-SHIRT TO START THE EVENT, ALTHOUGH THIS IS NOT A REQUIREMENT*

2. CHECK IN
Please arrive at least 1 hour before the 7pm start time

3. WARM UP
The warm up will start at 6.30pm and will help to get everyone in the Run Spirit!

4. START & ROUTE
Start Time 7pm
The route will be clearly marked and marshalled
The route is mostly over a smooth road surface, however this surface maybe slippery due to the time of year, so please take care and wear the appropriate footwear

5. FINISH
The Finish gantry is on Merthyr Rd in Whitchurch Village
The Race is under the rules and regulations of Welsh Althetics, so it will be timed and official results will be posted

6. POST RACE
We have loads of things taking place before and after the Race (YOU are the main Attraction)
Live Music - Global Street Food - Street Party

SO PLEASE PLAN TO STAY TO ENJOY IT ALL

Q: What is the inclement weather policy?
A: The Cardiff 5K - Race for Victory is scheduled to take place in good weather or light rain.
In the case of inclement and dangerous weather, we reserve the right to postpone, shorten the route or cancel the event should the safety of event participants and volunteers become threatened.
In the event of a cancellation, customer service will remain a top priority, however refund of registration fees will NOT be possible.

Please check this website and your email before the race for any changes or cancellations.

Download Our Poster
Please click on this link to download an event poster that you can print out and give to your friends or put up in your workplace.

WHEEL CHAIRS
Hand propelled wheelchairs will be allowed in the race, but no other wheeled device will be allowed

BABY STROLLERS / PUSHCHAIRS, SKATEBOARDS, NORDIC STICKS
No participant may bring dogs, baby joggers, baby strollers, skateboards, Nordic sticks, rollerblades, hand cycles, Kangoo Jumps, stilts, crutches, unauthorised bicycles or any other wheeled device on the course

DOGS
Sorry, but NO DOGS will be allowed on the course

SPECTATORS
Please come along to support your friends and family; or even better enter yourself!

EVENT PROGRAMME
The event program with timings and attractions will be posted closer to the event date

FACILITIES

TOILETS
Toilets are available at the start and finish You are free to use the toilets in all the pubs and cafes in the village

CHANGING ROOMS
There are very limited changing areas, so please Arrive Ready To GO

REFRESHMENTS
Refreshments will be available for you to purchase at the Start / Finish area

FIRST AID
St Johns Cymru we be in attendance.
Please alert a marshal if you, or any others, require assistance

LOCAL PARKING
Parking is limited within the area of the village so please refrain from using your car, or park away from the general area to avoid over congestion

ADDITIONAL PARKING
Along with the permanent Whitchurch Village car parks Additional car parking will be available in these 2 places from 4pm - Look out for the signs !!!

• Whitchurch High School, Penlline Rd, Cardiff, CF14 2XJ
  Please use Penlline Rd Entrance
• Whitchurch Hospital, Park Rd, Cardiff, CF14 7XB
  Please use Park Rd Entrance

Cardiff 5K - Race Maps and Course Elevation

The Official Cardiff 5K - Race for Victory Names T-Shirt

This is the Just Cool Technical T-Shirt with the names of all runners that entered before 16th April - 1 free for each runner.

• Material: 100% polyester.
• Colour: Heather Grey
• Neoteric^TM textured fabric with inherent wickability.
• UPF 30+ UV protection.
• Self fabric taped back neck.
• Self fabric collar and cuffs.
• Twin needle stitching.
• WRAP Certified Production.

XS = 35 | S = 38 | M = 40 | L = 43 | XL = 45 | XXL = 48

The Optional Cardiff 5K - We Run The Streets - Just Cool Girls Running Vest

You can buy this electric pink vest for only £ 15 and collect at the Race HQ on Sunday 30th April

Electric Pink - Just Cool Girls Running Vest

• Girlie fit
• Material: 100% polyester.
• Neoteric^TM textured fabric with inherent wickability.
• UPF 30+ UV protection.
• Racer back style.
• Self fabric bound neck and armholes.
• Twin needle curved back hem.
• WRAP Certified Production.

XS = 8 | S = 10 | M = 12 | L = 14 | XL = 16

Sizes

XS - 8 S - 10 M - 12 L - 14 XL - 16

The Optional Cardiff 5K - We Run The Streets - Just Cool Sporty Running Vest

You can buy this jet black vest for only £ 15 and collect at the Race HQ on Sunday 30th April

Jet Black - Just Cool Sporty Wicking Vest

• Sporty fit
• Material: 100% polyester.
• ^TM textured fabric with inherent wickability.
• UPF 30+ UV protection.
• Racer back style.
• Self fabric bound neck and armholes.
• Curved, dropped back hem.
• Twin needle hem.
• WRAP Certified Production.

S = 34 | M = 37 | L = 40 | XL = 44 | XXL = 47

Sizes

S - 34 M - 37 L - 40 XL - 44 XXL - 47

The Optional Cardiff 5K - We Run The Streets - Just Cool Girls Running Running Jacket

You can buy this electric pink rain jacket for only £ 20 and collect at the Race HQ on Sunday 30th April

Electric Pink - Just Cool Unisex Running Jacket

• Lightweight.
• Windproof and showerproof.
• Full length zip with chin guard.
• Reflective print detail to zip, back neck and cuffs.
• Two front zip pockets.
• Internal small hidden opening for ear cord feed.
• Drawcord hem.
• Curved drop tail.

XS = 34 | S = 37 | M = 40 | L = 44

Sizes

XS - 34 S - 37 M - 40 L - 44

The Optional Cardiff 5K - We Run The Streets - Just Cool Unisex Running Jacket

You can buy this jet black rain jacket for only £ 20 and collect at the Race HQ on Sunday 30th April

Jet Black - Just Cool Unisex Running Jacket

• Lightweight.
• Windproof and showerproof.
• Full length zip with chin guard.
• Reflective print detail to zip, back neck and cuffs.
• Two front zip pockets.
• Internal small hidden opening for ear cord feed.
• Drawcord hem.
• Curved drop tail.

XS = 34 | S = 37 | M = 40 | L = 44

Sizes

XS - 34 S - 37 M - 40 L - 44

The Optional Cardiff 5K - Race for Victory Varsity Hoodie

You can buy this heather grey hoodie for only £ 25 and collect at the Race HQ on Sunday 30th April

Heather Grey with Jet Black inner hood lining Cardiff 5K - We Run The Streets Logo to front Race For Victory Logo on the Back

• Material: 80% ringspun cotton / 20% polyester.
• Double fabric hood with contrast inner and contrast flat lace drawcord.
• Front pouch pocket with opening for ear phone cord feed.
• Hidden ear phone loops.
• Ribbed cuffs and hem.
• Twin needle stitching.
• WRAP Certified Production.

S = 36 | M = 40 | L = 44 | XL = 48 | XXL = 52

Choose Size

S - 36 M - 40 L - 44 XL - 48 XXL - 52