Frequently asked questions

How do I secure a place in the 10k Fun Run? Back to top

Registration for the Macmillan 10k is now closed.

Join Team Macmillan for this event by completing our online registration form. There is an £18.00 registration fee to take part.

Your registration fee covers the cost of the event so every penny you raise in sponsorship helps us to support people living with cancer.

How much sponsorship do I have to raise? Back to top

There is no minimum sponsorship target. However, we ask all participants to raise as much as possible. It would be fantastic if each participant was able to raise £100 - set yourself this target and try to beat it!

Your registration fee covers the cost of the event so every penny you raise in sponsorship helps us to support people living with cancer.

What is the course like? Back to top

Download your map of the course from 2009 [PDF, 118kb]| . You will do three laps of this course. The route is used by Regent's Park race club, the Mornington Chasers.

There will be kilometre markers along the route and a water station that you will pass three times. The course is flat, making it perfect for first-time runners.

 

Will you support me in my fundraising?  Back to top

When you sign up you will be sent a fundraising pack and sponsorship form to help get you started. For more information about how to raise money for Macmillan visit our fundraising tips page|. You will also receive monthly newsletters with lots of advice on fundraising.

Do I have to run the course? Back to top

This event is a fun run so you can walk, jog or run or even skip the course.

Will you support me in my training? Back to top

Along with your fundraising pack you will receive a 10k training guide with beginners and intermediate six-week training plans. We have an area of our website dedicated to training| and our monthly newsletters will contain lots of training tips.

What happens if I get injured? Back to top

If you are injured whilst training we recommend you contact your GP or a specialist sports injury clinic. They will be able to advise if you are fit enough to run. If you do need to withdraw you will need to contact us on 020 7840 4937 or at macmillan10k@macmillan.org.uk| to let us know.

When will I get my race number? Back to top

You will receive your race number two weeks before the event along with further on-the-day information. Race chips will not be available, however if you would like to time your run there will be a big timing clock on display at the start and the finish for you to time yourself.