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Beaverbrooks Fun Run - FAQs

The event starts and finishes outside the Savoy Hotel, Queen's Promenade, Blackpool, FY2 9SJ.

The start time is 11am on Sunday 11th May 2025.

Our event HQ- located inside the Savoy Hotel- will be open from 9am though. Here you'll find all things registration, participant packs, merchandise and bag drop. 

There will also be a warm up and speeches just before 11am. Do come down to soak up the atmosphere!

From the Savoy, the route heads south along the Promenade passing Blackpool Tower, the Golden Mile and Pleasure Beach.  The turning point is near the Big Blue Hotel and run back towards the Savoy to collect your medal.

All runners will have two hours to complete the 10k Fun Run.

Yes. Your chip timing tag will be attached to your runner number, which you will need to pin to your outer-most layer.

Our chip timing system is provided by Sports Timing Solutions. This will be sent to you in an email after the event. It will also be linked on our website.

Wear whatever you feel comfortable running in.

The first 500 runners who register will also receive the official limited edition t-shirt. If you miss out, you'll have the option to buy a t-shirt during registration instead.

In the interest of safety, people wearing roller skates will not be allowed to participate.

Whilst you can use the toilets, there are no designated changing or showering facilities available at this event.

This event is a fun run and we encourage runners of all abilities and levels of experience, however the minimum age is 11 years old. All 11-15 years must be accompanied by a participating adult over the age of 18 years. 

We will reserve a section at the front of the race for runners expecting to finish in under 40 minutes.

Yes. All we ask is that you contact the fundraising team beforehand by telephoning 01253 952556 or by emailing kayleigh.penn@trinityhospice.co.uk

Limited parking is available on nearby streets.  Please give yourself plenty of time to park and where possible car share or use public transport. The tram stops directly outside the Savoy Hotel should you be using it.

Absolutely! Every year, runners travel from all over the UK to take part in the Blackpool Beaverbrooks 10k Fun Run. Blackpool has many hotels close that accommodate groups and individuals to the event starting/finishing point . 

Yes, toilets will be available on the event site.

Our volunteer photographers will be there to capture you on the day! Photos will be published digitally online and will be available to buy.

All proceeds will go to Trinity Hospice as result of people purchasing photos. 

Chip times will be available to view shortly after the event here

Of course, we take your safety seriously and first aid support will both en-route and at the finish line.  Marshals will also be able to assist you if needs be. Please speak to your nearest first aider or marshal if you are in need of assistance. 

No, but please ensure you complete the medical information on the reverse of your entry number.

There will be water stations at the halfway and finish points but we recommend you fetch your own with you. 

Yes please! The entry fee only covers our costs for putting on this event.  Any sponsorship raised for Trinity Hospice will go directly towards patient care.  If every runner raises or donates just £30, this event would raise a minimum of £51,000 for Trinity Hospice. INCREDIBLE.

For more information about fundraising and JustGiving, visit:

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How to create a fundraising page via JustGiving

Set up a sponsorship page through the Trinity Hospice Fun Run 

In your pack you will find a sponsorship form. Or if you prefer you can create an online giving page at www.justgiving.com/trinitycare - it is really easy, only takes a few minutes and maximises the amount of gift aid we can claim.

If you fundraised offline, you can submit your money to us:

*Please ensure you include your personal details and note that your sponsorship was raised for Fun Run.

If you used JustGiving to raise sponsorship, you don't need to do anything! Your Fun Run page will automatically close in due course and the money will come directly to us.

If you didn't raise sponsorship but would like to show your support for Trinity Hospice, you can make a one-off donation here.

Every donation, no matter how big or small, will go towards our expert, life-changing services. 

Thank you for your generosity. 

If your question hasn't been answered, please contact us here

How do I raise sponsorship

The Beaverbrooks 10k Fun Run is the only event organised by Trinity Hospice where participants can raise funds for a charity of their choice. Please note that if you kindly make a donation during registration or at a later date, this will go to Trinity Hospice. Thank you!

Can I fundraise for another charity?

The Beaverbrooks 10k Fun Run is the only event organised by Trinity Hospice where participants can raise funds for a charity of their choice. Please note that if you kindly make a donation during registration or at a later date, this will go to Trinity Hospice. Thank you!

Where can I find my sponsorship form?

Many of our participants fundraise online, but should you wish to use a sponsor form to collect funds, you can download a form here. You'll also get one in your participant pack, however this isn't posted out to you until nearer the event.