COVID safety measures
Our main priority is to keep all runners, volunteers, and local residents safe during our event, so that a good time can be had by all!
We hope that, following the further easing of lockdown restrictions around 21st June, social distancing regulations will no longer be in force, and we can therefore run the event without any significant COVID-security measures in place. Any COVID security measures that are still recommended will be disseminated in the section below.
All Covid safety measures have been implemented in line with advice from Run Britain and UK Athletics
Before the Race
We urge all runners to carefully consider the following points before attending the race:
- Currently it is not unknown what impact Covid-19 will have on the long term health of those who contracted the virus. Based on the best available evidence at this time it is strongly advised that those who were hospitalised due to Covid-19 should undergo a form of health screening by a medical professional prior to taking part in the event. This health screening should preferably be undertaken by a doctor with specialist training in sports medicine, or those who feel they are competent to make a decision about the participant’s fitness to compete and arrange any further investigations that may be required.
- Runners MUST NOT attend the event if they (or anyone they live with) have been unwell or suffering from any Covid-19 symptoms in the last 14-days. Please see current NHS guidance at https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-Covid-19/ .
- The event has been carefully planned with appropriate medical provision to try to minimise the impact the event may have on local NHS services. As a runner attending the event, you can also help with this by ensuring that you have trained appropriately for the event, and by ensuring that you are fit enough and well enough to complete the race.
Code of Conduct for Runners
We will make sure we do our bit to keep everyone safe, but we need your help too! It is the individual responsibility of every runner to ensure that they follow the code of conduct expected by all runners. This states that all runners must:
- Please be mindful of your personal hygiene practices, and avoid spitting and nasal clearance whilst on the course and at the venue.
- If you experience COVID-19 symptoms soon after the event, then please make this known through the government’s test and trace system.
Why run the Fountains 10K?
97%* of runners say they would do it again - and here's why...
Fantastic course
Mixed terrain run in Nidderdale
Run along quiet country roads, off-road trails and scenic moorland in Nidderdale Area of Natural Beauty.
Yorkshire hospitality
Bursting goody bag
plus friendly marshals give a right warm welcome.
Great prizes
TBC
Family day out
Visit local attractions
Kids fun run, quick 10K for Mum or Dad, bite to eat and then visit one of the many local attractions listed below.
What's included in your entry fee
Great Yorkshire value at £15!
Chip timing
Get your finish time
We'll give you a shoe tag on the day to record your finish time.
Medal
Voakes Pie, Water, Banana...
As part of a bustling goody bag.
Food
You won't leave hungry
A pork pie, banana, water and chocolate are all included. Wow!
Free parking
No parking charges
Free parking a few minutes walk from registration so there's no need for any loose change.
FOUNTAINS 10K
Come and experience the 'Hill of Pain' and 'The Puddle'!
The Fountains 10K is a great event for runners of all abilities with a mixed terrain route starting from the village of Grantley, near Ripon, North Yorkshire. It's an undulating route that takes in quiet country roads, off-road trails and scenic moorland within Nidderdale. Please note that part of the course may be waterlogged! Despite that we would expect all runners to finish within 90 minutes.
View the route on MapMyRide, Viewranger, OS Getamap and Sports Distance Calculator.
FUN RUN
The Fun Run is just over 2km - starting in the village playground, along a very quiet rural road, through privately owned fields and back to the playground.
Prizes
Individual, team and local prizes plus fantastic spot prizes!
Individual prizes
TBC
Team prizes
TBC
Spot prizes
Awarded on the day.
Sponsors
Please support our sponsors - click a logo to visit their website...
Dacre, Son & Hartley
Park Square Barristers
Mud and Blood
Kettlewell Fuels
timeoutdoors
Yorkshire Vintners Wine Merchants
Brooks
Dales Water
Grantley Hall
Norton Interiors Ltd
NGC Networks
26-29 July
Set The Tone Fitness
Dickinson British School Consulting
David Wade Fine Art
Bettys and Taylors
Brymor Ice Cream
Booths
Picture News
Wetherby Races
Danford, Brewer & Ives
Stray FM
Tim Jarman
Brambledown Landscapes
Up and Running
The Sawley Arms
Curzon
So Bar
The Water Rat
Ripon Races
Highside Butchers
The Little Ripon Bookshop
Gills Auto Services
Morrisons
Ripon City Band
Devonshire Arms Hotel and Spa
DTMS Group
Destination Ripon
Big Drop Brewing Co.
Racebest
Local attractions
More great reasons to take part...
Fountains Abbey
Cistercian monastery, water gardens and deer park
Fountains Abbey is one of the largest and best preserved monasteries in England - with a children's play park, cafes, ice cream and restaurant.
Brimham Rocks
Amazing collection of natural rock formations
Take in the breathtaking views, jump around between the rocks then treat yourself to a luxury hot chocolate or bowlful of warming soup.
Ripon Cathedral
Beautiful, ancient church dating back to the 7th Century
Visitors have followed the Pilgrim Trail here for over 1300 years - enjoy some special music, explore the ancient crypt, light a candle or simply enjoy the atmosphere and architecture.
Harrogate
The happiest place to live according to Right Move
Perfect for afternoon tea at Betty's, a visit to the Turkish Baths, a stroll around RHS Garden Harlow Carr or just a bit of shopping.
