Firstly, thank you for your interest in volunteering to be a Race Maker and supporting the Great Eastern Run to put on a wonderful event experience for our runners.

Volunteer, have fun and enjoy this awesome package. 

REGISTER HERE to volunteer at the Great Eastern Run

What are the benefits for being involved?

All volunteers will receive a full briefing, snacks / drinks and a Racemaker goodie bag.

In addition to this you will receive the choice of a Free race entry onto a future Good Running Event for yourself or a friend.

You also enjoy the sense of satisfaction that you are enabling us to put on the best event possible, giving our runners a wonderful experience.

Volunteering at the Great Eastern Run provides you with new experiences and skills to take into your personal and professional life. You’ll also experience the fun atmosphere of a Great Eastern Run event and have the chance to meet new people.

Run for FREE scheme 

You can run for FREE if you provide a volunteer for a race that you wish to run in. The volunteer will receive all of the goodies listed above but you will receive the free race entry.

Your volunteer will be there to support you and see you run too.

Please enter as normal and we will refund your entry fee instead of providing your volunteer with a race entry code after the race.

Please note you must pre register via the form, and mention you’d like to opt into the Run for Free Scheme via the comments.

Why do you need me?

Our events simply wouldn’t be possible without a team of remarkable and enthusiastic volunteers. Volunteer at one of our events and you’ll be playing an important role in making the race an amazing experience for our runners. 

What will I be doing?

Volunteer roles range from helping in the baggage store, giving out water along the route at water stations, directing and cheering on the runners as a marshal, to being at the finish area to reward runners with their medals, technical t-shirts and goody bags.

How long will I be needed? 

Most of our volunteer roles will be needed on site between 07.30 and 14.00 depending on the role and it’s location within the event.

You’ll receive exact timings in your pre-event briefing email closer to event day.

Do I need training or experience?

No, not at all. There will be a section leader on hand to support you on the day and you will receive a detailed briefing from the Great Eastern Run team in the lead up to the event. 

This will provide you with everything you need to know including:

Information about your role, contact details of your Race Maker Manager, instructions on where and when you need to arrive and Volunteer FAQs.

How do I register?

If you would like to join our team of volunteers, select the event below.

If you are part of a team or group eager to help, we would love for you all to come along – the more the merrier!

RACE MAKER ROLES

Goody Bag & Race Pack preparation

The Goody Bag & Race Pack Team meet a day or two before race day to prepare the goody bags and race packs for the runners. This normally take about two hours.

Course & Signage Set Up

The Set Up Team support our team with the preparation of the course the day before the event, including the placement of the signs and traffic management hardware.

This role lends itself to a Race Maker that wants to be around to either run in the race the day after or watch a friend or family running.

Race Day Marshal

The Race Day Marshal role is primarily to keep the runners and public safe. 

By guiding and supporting those taking part in the event, you can ensure that everyone has a fun, enjoyable and safe day at the Great Eastern Run.

The race day marshals cover the following areas:

• On-course marshals

• Registration

• Baggage

• Start /Finish Area

• Pacers

You will be allocated one of these roles. If you have a strong preference, please let us know in the comments box when you register.

Please Note: Children under the age of 16 will not be allowed to accompany volunteers on public highways.

Cycle Support

The Cycle Support team work with the Race Maker Manager, to carry out several important tasks that require speed, where motor vehicles are either not suitable or not permitted.

These tasks may include, lead cyclist, tail cyclist, timing results delivery & runner support.

Please note: You will need to bring your own bicycle and cycle helmets must be worn at all times when riding your bicycle please.

Water Station Team

The Water Station Team(s) support our Water Station Manager, with the preparation of the water stations and presentation of water to the runners as they run past in the race. Once the tail cyclist has confirmed the last runner has passed, the Water Station Team then break down the water stations and check the surrounding area is clear of litter and water bottles. 

Break Down Team

The Break Down Team require support with the removal of the course infrastructure, including the signage and traffic management hardware.

You will need to be at the Race HQ for 13:00. This usually takes a couple of hours.

This role lends itself to a Race Maker that wants to be around to either run in the race or watch a friend or family running.