National Prep School
Cross-Country Championships

• Registration: The designated teacher MUST register teams at The Grub.Each school will be provided with a registration time to register runners.  Please ensure that you register runners at the time provided.  Any queries regarding your schools registration should be directed to Nicky Seed via npscc@malverncollege.org.uk 
  • Two members of staff should accompany each school as it is essential that one be at the start and the other at the finish in case runners become injured, unwell or lost.
  • In the event of lost children or lost property, please contact the Reception in the foyer of the Sports Complex. The phone number is 01684 581681.
• Course descriptions: The Senior Course starts with a long uphill climb to the top of the course. From there, the first descent leads into a short, tough climb. Runners then head back down towards the start area before repeating the loop for a second time. After the second lap, the course leaves the parkland and heads onto the school campus and to the finish line.
• The Junior Course starts with a shorter climb, cutting out a section at the top of the course. It rejoins the Senior Course in time for the second climb and then follows the same route back to the start area. Runners will then repeat this shortened lap for a second time, before onto the school campus and to the finish line.
• There is approximately 100m of running on tarmac, including two road crossings, but having spoken to the local cross-country authorities they are advising the use of running spikes as the overwhelming majority of the course is run on grass.
• Footwear: Advice from the local athletics and cross country authorities is that lots of runners may prefer to wear spikes. As mentioned, the start is a long uphill stretch, and then flattens out before downhill sections to the finish. There will still be some running on sealed surfaces, but on balance our advisors suggest that spikes will be more advantageous over the length of the course than trail running shoes. All competitors should make every effort to wear appropriate footwear.

The Senior Races are doing 2 long laps + back to school (2 x 1050m +1200m = 3300m).

The Junior Races are doing 2 small laps + back to school (2 x 700m + 1200m = 2600m).

Return to Campus – 1.2km through school campus to the finish line

• Respect marshals and officials: Always follow their instructions. They are here to ensure safety and fairness. Rude behaviour or abuse will not be tolerated.
• No adults in the taped-off finish area: Only event staff are permitted in this area. Please remain outside the designated boundaries even if a child looks like they need support.
• Adults on the course: No adults are allowed on the course during races unless specifically instructed by marshals. Violating this rule could result in disqualification of runners.
• Clear the start line when instructed: Adults must vacate the start line promptly when directed by the starter to ensure a smooth and safe race start.

Thank you for your cooperation. Let’s make this event safe and enjoyable for everyone!

Time My Race will be recording all results and will be located by The Grub. Following the event, results will be posted on their website: Time My Race – Nationwide UK Race Chip Timing Services

• No on-site parking is available other than for school minibuses and blue badge holders. Parking attendants will be positioned at all entrances to the campus to advise these vehicles.
• All other cars should be parked off-site. Please refer to the Parking Map below for local car parks in the area.
• Any with a green P sign also have electric car charging points, but others may be found using electric car charging apps. Please note there is no electric car charging points available on campus.
• Please be mindful that whilst on-street parking is available, the College is within a residential neighbourhood and we respectfully ask you to be considerate when parking, so as not to cause our neighbours any inconvenience.

In line with our Green Giving Initiatives we are encouraging all runners to bring their own water with them to reduce the amount of rubbish on the day.

For spectators their will be a number of local vendors on site selling drinks and snacks.

The presentations will take place at The Grub. Awards will be made to the first three individuals in each race. In addition, the first three teams in each race plus the first placed ‘small school’ will receive a trophy.

NB. Team positions will be calculated using the best three runners from the four who take part in that race.