Shrewsbury Colleges Group Colour Run

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Shrewsbury Colleges Group Colour Run

By Shrewsbury Colleges Group

Date and time

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 14:00 - 16:00 GMT+1

Location

London Road Campus

Shrewsbury SY2 6PR United Kingdom

Description

A fun Colour Run for all students and staff of Shrewsbury Colleges Group.

Run (walk, skip or hop) and get showered with coloured powder.

Wear white clothing to show off your colours at the end!

All places must be pre-booked via this platform.

Arrival registration will open at 2.30pm followed by warm-up activities before the first group set off. Make sure you arrive then to get prepped by stretching, laughing and making new friends. Groups will set off at 5-10min intervals around the course.

We will be running shuttle buses from English & Welsh Bridge Campuses to London Road for those who cannot make their own way there. If you need to make use of the shuttles please help us to manage any queues by noting the approximate time you wish to leave your campus in the relevant booking form question.

The Colour Run is an outdoor event so could be affected by weather.
The event will not be cancelled in bad weather unless it is unsafe to proceed.


Stay tuned to your email and our Facebook page during the event week for updates regarding any event related news and weather conditions.

Grab your tutus, sunglasses, your friends, and your running shoes and we’ll see you at the start line!





FAQs

What are my transport options for getting to and from the event?

We will be running free shuttle buses from English & Welsh Bridge Campuses for those who cannot make their own way there. If you need to make use of the shuttles please help us to manage any queues by noting the approximate time you wish to leave your campus in the relevant booking form question.

What should I bring with me?

Please make sure you bring comfortable clothes and trainers to run, skip or walk the course - preferably white!

You will need to bring eye protection with you, such as sunglasses, please be aware you will not be able to participate in the race without eye protection.

Please make sure you bring a change of clothes.


How is the colour administered?

You will see smiling faces along the course whose main goal is to douse you with colourful powder to ensure that you look like you ran through a beautiful rainbow by the time you cross the finish line!

Will the colour stain my hair?

The coloured powder does wash out of your hair; however, we do recommend you take precautions if you’re worried! The colour does tend to stick to lighter hair… Blondes you are warned! Oiling your hair before the run will help the colour wash out. If you’re having trouble washing it after the event, bi-carb soda and anti-dandruff shampoo will help get the more stubborn colour out!

Will the colour ruin clothes or running shoes?

The colour mostly washes out after the event. However, as with anything dirty, the sooner the gear gets washed the better. Dust off all excess powder before washing with water. Wash your coloured gear separately and use cold water. We suggest wearing items that you wouldn’t mind getting colourful. If you would like to preserve the colour in your running shirt, we suggest spraying it with vinegar and ironing it when you get home. This is the most likely way the shirt will retain its colouring.

How does the colour affect the inside of cars?

You went all out, you’re covered in colour and if you don’t take precautions, your car will be too. If you’re driving or taking the bus, please bring a change of clothes or bring something (towels, plastic, rubbish bags, etc.) to cover the seats before you sit down.

Are cameras and phones safe to have in the ‘Color Zones’?

Our race photographers are totally fine shooting from a medium distance (10-15metres). If you want to get shots right in the midst of the colour we recommend covering cameras/phones with cling film or placing your phone in a ziplock bag.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the event, please email nadinep@shrewsbury.ac.uk

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