FAQ

 

 

What time does Lunch run  start?  You can start any time between 12:00 and 1:30pm

Do I need to register?  No just come along on the day 

How is my run timed?  Using your smartcard- we'll scan it at the start and end and record your time

How far is one lap?  The lap is 0.81 mile- it’s a simple loop round the outside of the park- see ‘the course’ page.

What if I can’t run?  No worries, just walk or walk/run, whatever you can manage.

Is there somewhere I can leave my stuff? You can leave a bag at the start/finish area -there will be people there all the time but please don’t bring valuables as we can’t guarantee their safety.

Are there toilets?  There are customer toilets at the Café in the Park and in the Wylam Brewery.

Where will the timed results be? There will be a link to the results each week on this site.

What if I forget my smartcard?  Don't worry, we'll asign you a temporary barcode for the day

Where can I shower afterwards?  There is a list of facilities on the ‘where can I shower?’ page.  If you know of other showers staff/postgrads can use, let us know.

Will the café be open?  Yes, and they do very good coffee and ice cream.

What if I can’t come every week? Doesn’t matter. Come along whenever you can.