Hogsmill 5 FAQs
Frequently asked questions
If you have any queries not covered by the FAQs or your race entry email, please contact race@epsomallsorts.org.uk.
When is the race ?
The race takes place on Sunday 18 May 2025 at 10am. Please arrive with plenty of time so you can collect your race number from 8.45am.
How much does it cost to enter ?
Early bird (available until 28 February):
With UKA Licence – £18 / Without UKA Licence £20
Thereafter:
With UKA Licence – £20 / Without UKA Licence – £22
What is the minimum age?
The minimum age for the race is 16. There are children’s races around the track for little ones.
You say you’re a womens’ race? Does this include all women?
Under UK Athletics’ Transgender Policy, female-only events should be restricted to athletes who were assigned female at birth and have not gone through male puberty. This applies to all levels of competition, including amateur races.
We are sorry that under those rules anyone who does not fall within the UK Athletics transgender policy’s requirements for female-only events is unable to enter.
We are subject to England Athletics rules as they licence our event (and therefore provide our insurance). We are required to organise our race following those rules and their policies otherwise we invalidate our insurance and might not be licensed in the future.
Further information from EA can be found here: https://www.englandathletics.org/take-part/transgender-athletes/.
How do I enter ?
Entries are available online. Please visit https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/Hogsmill52024u0022u003e.
Do you send my race number in advance ?
No, please collect your number at the race headquarters (Harrier Centre) from 8.45am.
Are there entries on the day ?
There will be limited entries on the day at a cost of £20 for EA afftiliated runners and £22 for non-affiliated runners. There will be no on the day entries if the race reaches capacity. If you are entering on the day, please leave plenty of time as you will need to be registered. On the day, entries will close at 9.30am promptly.
Where does the race start ?
The start and finish is situated at the Harrier Centre, within King George V Recreation Ground off Poole Road in Ewell West, KT19 9SH. Dogs are not allowed in the Harrier Centre.
Is there a cut off time ?
No, there is no cut off time. There will be a tail runner so don’t worry about being forgotten!
Is there parking at the race ?
The Harrier Centre has a car park where you can park but spaces are limited.
Can I bring my dog?
Runners are not permitted to run with a dog. The Harrier Centre and grounds has a no dog policy so we ask that any spectators do not bring their dogs in that area.
Can I get there by public transport ?
Train: Ewell West rail station is about 20 minutes’ walk away, and on
Sundays typically has South Western Railways trains arriving every half
hour in both directions, though you are advised to check the latest
travel information.
Bus: the 418 (TfL) runs between Epsom and Kingston and serves Ruxley Lane and Chessington Road.
Are there changing facilities ?
There are no changing facilities at the venue. Please arrive dressed and ready to race. Please do not use toilets to change in as this will cause delays.
Are there toilets ?
There are toilets available at race headquarters.
Where can I leave my bags ?
Bags are left at the owner’s risk. We do not offer a secure bag drop, but bags can be left in the main room of the Harrier Centre if you wish. The organisers (Epsom Allsorts Running Club) and the owners of the Harrier Centre premises (Epsom & Ewell Borough Council) cannot accept responsibility for any personal belongings.
Is the race chip timed ?
Yes! Sports Systems will be providing chip timing this year. In order to give runners an accurate race time we will be using chip-to-chip timing.
Is there a water station on the course?
There will be a water station at approximately halfway. To minimise our impact on the environment we are using compostable cups this year but are also encouraging runners to, where possible, run with your own running bottle.
What is the course like ?
The race is a scenic 5-mile multi-terrain race. It is mostly flat with the start and finish on the athletics track, before proceeding along some local residential streets and then entering the Hogsmill nature reserve. Take care as the route goes along some paths by the Hogsmill river, with possible lumps and tree routes to watch out for and depending on the weather, these paths can be wet and muddy. The route also goes across grass which again depending on the weather, may be wet and slippery. There will be distance markers at every mile.
There will be lots of marshals wearing hi-viz vests out on the course. They are there for your safety, so please listen and obey their instructions. It is not a closed-road race, so the marshals will warn you of traffic. For safety reasons, runners are asked not to run with headphones from personal music devices as you need to be able to hear the marshals give you vital instructions and of course, hear them cheering you on! If you insist on listening to music, you must wear over-the-head headphones; earbuds are not allowed.
Can I wear headphones ?
Please note that this race does not permit the use of headphones except for the bone-conducting headphones permitted by UK Athletics.
What if I am unable to run on race day ?
Race entries are non-refundable. If you can’t take part you may be able to transfer your number to a friend, transfers are accepted up until 25 April 2024. Please don’t do this without letting Sports Systems or us know. Transfers after this date can be done on race day with form completed and brought to the event. For health and safety reasons we will need to know who is taking part, not who we think is taking part! You will be required to complete a transfer form so that the race has a signed declaration for the new runner. There is an administrative fee of £5.
Where can I find my results ?
The results will be posted on our website shortly after the race.
When will the winners be announced ?
We aim to begin announcing the winners within 5-10 minutes of the last person crossing the finish line. This will approximately be around 11.30 am.
What prizes are there ?
* All finishes will receive a medal and race momento!
* Age category prizes (16-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65-69, 70+)
* Spot prizes which all entrants will be eligible to win!
* Mob trophy for the club with the most entrants
* Medals for finishers of the children’s races.
Can I still win my age category race if I come in over all in either 1st, 2nd or 3rd position?
Yes. You can win your age category group as well as an overall position.
What if I come in 1st, 2nd or 3rd position of the race but have left the event?
The top three winners will be notified of their win by the race committee if unable to stay on after the race.
What time are the children’s races ?
The children’s races will start at 9.30am over various distances (from 100m to 400m) on the athletics track before the main event. The number of races will be dependent on the number of entrants on the day. Please register before 9.20am.
How much does the children’s race cost?
Entry to the children’s races is £1 and can be made in person on race day with donations going to our charity of the year.
How is the Mob trophy allocated ?
The Club with the most finishers will receive the Mob trophy.
Can I review the race?
Absolutely! Please visit Racecheck (https://racecheck.com/races/hogsmill-ladies-5/ to add your constructive feedback.