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Questions about running the 2012 Bath Half Marathon?

Find FAQs and answers to all the most common queries below.

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How do I apply for my own place?

Online entries have now closed. So the only way to get places is through our charity assured places

How do I apply for a charity assured place?

To apply, simply complete and return our Research Autism charity assured place application form (PDF document)

What is a guaranteed/charity assured place (CAP)?

These are guaranteed places that the Research Autism Team has purchased directly from the Bath Half Marathon race organisers and we require you to complete a Research Autism charity assured place application form (PDF document) for one of these places.

What is your ‘own place’?

Your ‘own place’ means that you have entered the online system for the 2012 Bath Half Marathon directly through the official website at www.bathhalf.co.uk (Open in new window) You will have paid an entry fee directly to the Bath Half Marathon Organisers.

Once your place has been confirmed in the Bath Half Marathon, email marathon@researchautism.net or call us on 020 3490 3091.

How much do I have to raise?

If you have your own place there is no minimum sponsorship, we just ask that you raise as much as possible. If you have a Research Autism charity guaranteed place, there is minimum sponsorship pledge of £500.

Please note that Gift Aid cannot be included towards the above sponsorship amounts.

This will be due in one month after the event, 11th April 2012. Of course we’ll give you all the encouragement and support you’ll need to make sure you smash this target.

What kind of support will Research Autism give me?

When you join our Research Autism Team we will support you throughout your entire Bath Half Marathon experience. In addition to our initial fundraising pack and tailored training guide, we will send you regular newsletters full of tips to help you prepare for the big day.

Will Research Autism help me with my training?

Of course! When you sign up to run the Bath Half Marathon with Research Autism we will provide you with a comprehensive training guide. Plus we’ll send you regular newsletters full of top training tips, including advice from our Research Autism Team patrons. We will also advise you of other useful sources of information to help you prepare for the big day.

What happens if I get injured?

If you get injured while training we recommend you contact your GP, physio or specialist sports injury clinic. They will be able to advise you if you are fit enough to run. If you do need to withdraw you will need to let the Edinburgh Marathon race organisers (GSI Events) know as soon as possible. Please also let us know at Research Autism so that we can advise you about transferring your place.

When will I get my race number?

Your race day pack will be sent to you directly from the Bath Half Marathon race organisers approximately one month prior to race day. This pack contains the official race programme and your race number .

Where can I find more specific information?

Simply visit the Bath Half Marathon website at www.bathhalf.co.uk (Open in new window) for event information.