Gun time is the elapsed time from the race start (gun fires) to when you cross the finish line. This is the official result used for prizes and final rankings.

Chip time is the elapsed time from when you personally cross the start line to when you cross the finish — useful if you started further back in a large field, but provided for your own information only.

We provide both disposable bib-chips (built into your race number — nothing to return) and re-usable chips depending on the event. Re-usable chips must be handed back at the finish area after the race.

All events use redundant start and finish timing mats, guaranteeing 100% result accuracy.

Results are published on this website directly after the completion of the race, subject to internet access at the venue.

All runners who provided a UK mobile number will automatically receive an SMS message with their Gun time and Chip time as soon as results go live.

We follow standard UK Athletics age categories.

Yes — if you are unable to take part, you must use the official transfer process detailed in your entry confirmation email.

Transferring a race number without following the official process means the new runner will not be eligible for prizes. Both the original entrant and the person running under their name may be banned from future races and reported to the relevant athletics authority.

Age grading adjusts your finish time according to your age and gender, allowing fair comparison across different age groups. The tables were developed by the World Association of Veteran Athletes and first published in 1989.

Each age and distance has an estimated world-record benchmark. Your score is expressed as a percentage of that benchmark — the higher the percentage, the stronger your age-adjusted performance.

Age grading is useful for: comparing your performance with runners of different ages; tracking your own improvement over time; identifying your strongest distances; and setting meaningful goals for future events.