Volunteer

Volunteer FAQs

How do I register my interest to volunteer?

All you need to do is register online for the event you or your group would like to volunteer for.  The online registration process is very simple and will require you to input some basic details which will allow us to keep in contact with you in the lead up to the event.

When should I register my interest to volunteer?

It would be great if you could register online as soon as you are able so that we can ensure  you have all the information your require and so that you can receive regular updates from us.

What information will I receive once I have registered my interest?

You will receive confirmation that you have enrolled by email (if you have supplied an email address) which will include a welcome note and our contact details should you wish to ask any further questions or should the details you supply change.
You will be invited to attend a short pre-event briefing on an evening approximately 10 days before the event to obtain some essential event information, meet with your senior marshal and meet your fellow volunteers. If you are part of a group of volunteers, a lead representative will be invited to attend the meeting on your behalf and pass on any information to you directly in readiness for event day.
 

What will I be expected to do on event day?

Volunteers will be asked to meet with their previously allocated Senior Marshal from about 07:45am on event day where they will be fully briefed with the rest of their team and allocated a marshal position for the duration of the event.
Volunteers finish time is dependent on the area in which they are marshalling but typically varies from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. There are a number of opportunities open to volunteers who are interested in assisting at our events.  Typical volunteer roles might include the following;
Pre-Race Volunteers – Thousands of competitors require a lot of organisation and volunteers will be invaluable in helping to direct and advise participants.
Baggage – A small team of volunteers will be required to ensure that the participant baggage store is managed effectively.
Race Marshall Volunteers – Throughout the course, marshals will be needed to manage the crowds of spectators and to guide the runners. They will also be on hand to help any runners experiencing difficulty.  Run For All enlist the support of medical services to help any runner who may need medical assistance, however any volunteers who have first aid qualifications should state so on their application.
Water/Sports Drink Volunteers - Those competing will consume thousands of bottles of water from water stations along the route and at the end. Each station will be staffed by a team of volunteers to hand out the drinks and ensure that the area is cleared as best as possible post event.
End of Race Volunteers – Volunteers will be to hand to congratulate participants on the completion of the race, and give any assistance required. They will also ensure finishers move efficiently through the finish area receiving their mementoes etc.
 

Will I receive a briefing before the event?

All volunteers will receive a briefing on the day of the even lead by your Senior Marshal. Run For All will provide your Senior Marshal with suitable equipment for your role.

I want to volunteer with my family/friend, can we be located in the same area?

 

We try our best to place families and friends together within volunteering groups. If you find you are separated from a friend, please contact us and we try our best to arrange for you to be in the same group. Similarly, if you are volunteering as a family, please register as a group to ensure you are placed in the same area.

If you have any special requirements on your volunteering location on event day, please email us.

I work full time – Will volunteering opportunities fall outside of conventional working hours?

We fully appreciate that our volunteers often work full time and are taking time out of busy lives to help us. That’s why our volunteering and briefings typically take place in the evening or on weekends. There are various organizations that actively encourage their employees to take place in volunteering as an important part of their Corporate Social Responsibility Programmes. For example, some companies may offer a day off in lieu in exchange for a day’s volunteering. The best way to find this out is to check with your company’s Human Resources department.

All my time is spent studying for qualifications, so I don’t really have time to volunteer?

Volunteering can count as an accreditation for all kinds of qualifications, such as vocational studies and training schemes such as Duke of Edinburgh Award, plus much more. If we can help we are more than happy to consider working with groups to help them with their accreditations.
If there is something specific that you, or a group would like to get involved in on event day, please contact us and we will try our best to accommodate you.