Introduction.
1. The entry procedure adopted for the 2011 race worked well as a consequence of which the same basic principles will be used again in 2012.
Capacity.
2. The capacity will maintained at 60 teams.
Affiliation.
3. Clubs/teams wishing to enter the RNR must be affiliated to either UK Athletics or the Association of Running Clubs.
Entry Procedure.
4. Priority Entries. Clubs based in Norfolk clubs and members of the Norfolk Road Running Committee will be allowed to enter the race during a two week ‘window’ (23rd April - 6th May), prior to the entry being opened to all, but in accordance with the ‘one team per class’ rule, providing they can attain the standards of the race and that they provide assistance to staging the race.
5. During the same two week period
(23rd April - 6th May), clubs from outside Norfolk will also be granted a one place priority entry if:
· They have agreed to assist the race by manning a changeover point or in helping in any other manner which is considered appropriate by the RNR committee.
· A club has previously taken part in a minimum of 10 previous RNRs, the last time being within the previous 3 years.
· A major sponsoring organisation wishes to enter a team (providing they are an affiliated club).
6. Clubs granted a priority entry will be published on the website at the conclusion of the two week window.
For a list of clubs with priority entry CLICK HERE
7. Other Entries. Once the priority entry is closed, other teams will be able to apply for vacancies, using an on-line application, stating the class for which they are applying. This period will last 14 days (7th - 20th May). The RNR committee will then decide which of those applications they wish to accept. In arriving at a decision the committee will take account of various factors including previous appearances and performance, class to be entered, the ability of a club/team to meet the standards of the race and the breakdown of teams required to meet a balance in the four classes within the race. Those teams chosen to fill vacancies will be asked to confirm their acceptance, within 14 days, by completing the on-line entry form and paying the entry fee, using Pay Pal.
Entry Fee.
8. The entry fee will remain at £225.00 per team. If for any reason a club decides to withdraw their entry, no refund of the entry fee will be given AFTER the 15th June 2012 (i.e. less than 3 months before the event). Any club withdrawing BEFORE the 15th June 2012 will be required to pay 20% of the entry fee to cover administrative costs.
Race Rules.
9. RNR race rules will be amended to reflect this policy.
Paul Sullivan
Race Director
