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VENUE INFORMATION 

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The Shire Run Carnival will take place at the The Ridge Sporting Complex, Barden Ridge (start and finish area at The Ridge Athletic Track- Recreation Dr, Barden Ridge NSW 2234)

 

Travel by CAR to the venue is highly recommended. Please carpool where possible.

 

PARKING- IMPORTANT INFORMATION!

• There are several carparks within Barden Ridge Sporting Complex

• We strongly encourage attendees to carpool where possible

• Please do not use The Ridge Golf Course & Driving Range carpark, so that users of this facility and other activities within the complex on the day of the event have access. All other carparks can be used. We appreciate your understanding and assistance with this matter.

• There is street parking available on the Eastern side of New Illawarra Road, within walking distance to The Ridge Sporting Complex.

COURSE/SITE MAP

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KEY NOTES:​

• Blue line on the map above is the course. It will be well marked.

• Keep Orange/Yellow Markers/Bunting on LEFT, White on RIGHT

• Each lap is 1.5km (3km event completes 2 laps, 6km event completes 4 laps)

• Plenty of variation, spectator friendly and crowd support along the way!

• Stay LEFT unless overtaking or along finish straight on final lap

• 1.5km, 3km, 6km and 400m Dash all start at point ‘S’ on the map

• Pre-Start Area (marked ‘P’ on the map) is on the outside of the fence, where you will line up just before start time before moving to the start line on the track

  • 100m will marshal outside the fence near the 100m start line

• Start will be a rolling start, with your time commencing when you cross the timing point at the start line

• The 400m Dash, 100m Bolt and the Elite Eliminator utilise the athletics track only (see the relevant event webpage for more info)

FOOD & DRINK

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There will be vendors on site selling coffees, drinks, sweet and savoury food.

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MUSIC & COMMENTARY

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We will be keeping you pumped up before, during and after your run/walk with some happy beats and commentary.​

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​MERCHANDISE

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CLICK HERE to access the online merchandise store.

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NOTE: 9th Feb is the cut-off date for the home delivery option. Otherwise, merchandise can be picked up on event day.

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BIB COLLECTION

• Bibs will include an embedded timing chip and are to be worn on the FRONT of your running top/singlet.

• Bib Collection will be available on the day from the bib collection area (in the undercover area next to the track) from 7:15am.

• Please aim to arrive 60 minutes prior to the scheduled start time of your event to allow for parking and bib collection

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VOLUNTEER

The Shire Run Carnival is seeking the support of some volunteers to help in various positions, including Bib Collection/Registrations, Start/Finish Line Marshal, Water Station, Course Marshal, Lead Cyclist and Tail Walker. Food and water will be provided. We would greatly appreciate your assistance!

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​CLUB/SCHOOL/BUSINESS TENTS

The following groups are permitted to bring and set up tents on event site for their participants:

• Schools (with at least 10 students entered)

• Athletics Clubs (who have at least 10 participants)

• Other not-for-profit sporting clubs (who have at least 10 participants)

• Recreational Running Groups (who have at least 10 participants)

 

Any other business or club/organisation not listed above who wishes to set up a tent on event site, please email info@shireruncarnival.com.au 

 

Important notes regarding tents:

• Set Up- Tents must be weighed down at each leg. Tent pegs are permitted. We encourage people to bring picnic chairs. In the event of severe wind, we may request tents to be removed/lowered should we feel that they pose a safety issue.

• Location- Tents are only permitted to be set up on the areas indicated on the course/site map (scroll up to top of this page)

• Drop Off- Tents can be dropped off at the athletics track or netball carpark, which is adjacent to the spectator areas. Please try and make sure this occurs no later than 15 minutes prior to the start of the first event of the morning.

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FIRST AID

 

Medics will be in attendance at the event, with personnel stationed on the course and at the finish line.

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PETS

 

Please note, dogs and other pets are not permitted at The Ridge Athletic Track.

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REFUND, TRANSFER AND DEFERRAL POLICY

CLICK HERE to view our Refund, Transfer and Deferral Policy

CLICK HERE for instructions on how to transfer your registration (please read policy first)

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PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS

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Please see below a range of digital materials if you would like to assist in spreading the word in your community. We appreciate any support! If you would like any further materials (e.g. social media graphics), please contact us via email (info@shireruncarnival.com.au)

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