The Calcutta Run 2008Frequently Asked Questions
Do I really have to raise €150 as a minimum?
We would really urge you to do this. This is a charity run rather than a simply pay as you go fun run. Our target is to raise €300k so that we will have reached €2m over 10 years. To do this we really need you to make the effort. Many people raise far more than this.
Can I walk?
Of course. At least 50% of participants walk, and the others walk and jog and then there are a few hundred serious runners.
What is the route?
See link on home page. It starts in the Law Society’s headquarters at Blackhall and enters the park at the North Circular road gate around to the Phoenix monument down by St. Mary’s hospital, around the S bends and leaves the park at the main Conyngham Rd entrance and back to Blackhall Place via Arbour Hill.
What’s the programme on the day?
- Registration 12.00 – 1.30
- 1.00-2.00 Physical Therapist and warm up
- 2.00 pm start
- 3.00 Barbeque, band, DJ, family activity
Will there be km/mile markers on the course?
Yes, there is a marker at each kilometre. Please note that the course is slightly longer than 10k (10.3k) so if time is important to you take your time at the 10k marker (Junction of Arbour Hill and Ardree Rd) but keep on running to Blackhall Place.
Is there parking available?
There is no parking available at Blackhall Place. However there is ample parking available in the Smithfield car park, entrance on Queen Street. A rate of €3 has been arranged for the day.
To get there from:
- Northside: drive down Queen Street, entrance 150 meters from where you enter Queen Street on left
- Southside: Come across James Joyce Bridge (white bridge), drive past Law Society, take next turn right, then next turn right into Queen Street and entrance is 150 meters on the left.
How can I get there by Public transport?
Luas: take the Tallaght (Green line) to Smithfield market. Blackhall Place is 5 minutes walk from there
Bus: You can take the 41 and 41A from the Airport and Swords direction, these will bring you to Dorset St. and you can walk from there or you can take them to the Quays and get the Luas to Smithfield. From Blancharstown and Ongar direction take the 39. From Maynooth take the 66 and take the 25 and 25A from lucan.
Train: Blackhall Place is 10 minutes walk from Heuston Station.
Will there be water stations on the course?
Yes, courtesy of RiverRock there are 3 water stations at approximately 3k, 6k and 8k marks.
Is there any place to leave my bag?
Yes, there is a supervised bag drop area but you should note that all bags are left at owners risk.
Is there any place to change and shower etc?
There are no changing rooms but the bag drop rooms are suitable for changing. We are afraid there aren’t showers available.
Can I bring friend to the barbeque afterward?
Certainly, the more the merrier.
What family attractions do you have?
Bouncy castles, Rodeo bull, clowns, games, face painting and lots more.
Must I register on the day?
Yes and you should also bring and hand in your sponsorship money at registration. We want to be able to announce a grand total on the day.
What if I don’t have all the money on the day?
Please send the balance to the Calcutta Run c/o A&L Goodbody Solicitors, IFSC Northwall Quay, Dublin 1, as soon as possible afterwards.
What if it is raining?
The show must go on!!! Unfortunately we have no facility to shelter 1,500 runners so if it looks like if it is going to be a rainy day bring you rain gear. Our experience has been very good over the years and on three out of nine occasions it rained and only then for a short period of time. So fingers crossed.