The Lightning Bolt 10k, an event that does exactly what it says on the tin.
Please take time to read all the race information HERE.
Race Summary
Fast, flat 10k racing for all abilities. With an elevation of just 14 metres, the Lightning Bolt has established itself as one of the fastest 10k races in the UK.
We are stripping back the Lightning Bolt 10k to make it open for everyone.
Race Distance:
10k
Race Start
10:00
Race Entry
Online entry:
Affiliated entry - £15
Unaffiliated entry - £17
Day entry (cash only)
Affiliated entry - £18
Unaffiliated entry - £20
Elite Entry
We will have a number of spaces for elite athletes. For any male who runs sub 31 or female who runs sub 35, please contact james@icompete.co.uk to sort your place.
Club Entry
If you would like to make the Lightning Bolt 10k a club race, please contact us for more details. Please contact James on 07929 059 796 or james@icompete.co.uk to register your interest.
Race Start
10:00. There is a walk of approximately 1k to the start line from Race HQ. It is just 500 metres back to Race HQ from the finish. Please follow the brightly coloured arrows to the start.
Race Route
Please click HERE to view the Lightning Bolt Fast 10k route.
Course Records
Male - Ben Cole, 30:14 (August 2022)
Female - Ellie Wallace, 32:49 (October 2023)
What to Expect
Chip timing.
• The #dbmaxpaceteam on hand to guide you to your goals and PB’s. We have pacers from 38 minutes though to 70 minutes.
• Officially Measured Course
• Registered with the UKA/Run Britain
• Distance markers every mile.
• Beginner friendly racing.
• On-site toilets.
• Race Photography from Charles Whitton Photography
• Medal now with optional iTaB (see below).
Medals
Here at i-Compete we are trying to reduce the amount of waste we create, reduce our carbon footprint and to make our events affordable for all. For the Lightning Bolt Fast 10k, we have taken the decision to make the medals optional.
So we are offering runners the option to purchase a medal when registering, but alternatively to enter at a lower price, without a medal. This ensures we can give the cheapest entry price possible, but also covers all options and keep those runners who love a medal happy too.
We hope you appreciate this new optional service as we address environmental and waste concerns.
Pacers
The #icompetepaceteam will be on hand to help guide you to your goals and PB's. We have pacers from 38 to 75 minutes. Pacers are at 38/40/42/45/48/50/52/55/58/60/62/65/70 minutes.
Time Limits
We expect participants to have finished their 10k in no more than 1 hour 15 minutes. After this time limit marshals will be removed from course and you will be expected to make your own way back to the finish. Signs will remain out until the final finisher.
Horses and Horse Riders
As we are sure you are aware, the Lightning Bolt 10k takes place in a rural area. In this area, there are many horses and horse riders. We do ask that if you come across a horse and rider whilst out running, that you follow these simple pieces of advice.
If approaching from behind, call out to the rider so the horse and rider are aware you are there. Calling 'Runner behind' is perfect. Should the horse be startled, stop running and wait for the rider to signal it is safe for you to pass. Remember, please pass as wide as possible and do not come up directly behind a horse and rider.
If there is a passing place, such as a drive or layby the horse rider can get to, wait for them to get to safety and signal for you to pass. Communicate politely with each other.
Remove any bright, or flapping garments, such as flags or coats around the waist. Tuck these out of the way when passing. Pass the horse and rider, in single file, wide and slowly, avoiding any sudden movements.
If approaching from the front, call out to the rider so the horse and rider are aware you are there. Calling 'Runner approaching' is great. Slow down and ask if it's OK to continue. Should the horse be startled, stop. Wait for the rider to signal it's safe to continue.
Being higher up on a horse, there are factors to consider like clarity of hearing with the elements, the sounds of the hooves and horses can not see immediately behind them. Give plenty of room to avoid kicking. Should you be unsure of what to do, stop. Communicate with the rider, ask what you can do to help.
Wheelchairs/Visual Impairment
The event is suitable for the visually impaired as long as this is detailed to the organiser in advance.
Unfortunately, following recent risk assessments and consultation with our insurance providers, the event is not suitable for wheelchair athletes.
Klarna
We are pleased to be able to offer Klarna as a payment option for this event, meaning that you can secure your place now for 2024 and pay in instalments with no added interest.
Registration & Briefing Times
Registration will be from 08:45 to 09:45 in the i-Compete Gazebo next to the Village Hall.
Venue
Registration and race start will be held in
Langley Burrell Village Hall,
Langley Burrell,
Chippenham,
Wiltshire,
SN15 4LL
Getting to the venue couldn't be easier and it is only a short distance from Junction 17 of the M4. Car times from Major Cities are
London - 1 hour 30 minutes
Birmingham - 1 hour 30 minutes
Bristol - 35 minutes
Cardiff - 60 minutes
Swansea - 1 hour 45 minutes
Exeter - 1 hour 30 minutes
Accommodation
For details of local accommodation, please click here.
Marshals and Volunteers
To successfully run our events we require the help and support of Marshals and Volunteers. if you are able to assist at the event or have friends, family, work colleagues or enemies who may be able to help, then please contact James Higgs on james@icompete.co.uk in return we offer free entries in to future i-Compete events...
If you have any questions or queries regarding the Lightning Bolt 10k, then please do not hesitate to contact James Higgs on 07929 059 796 or james@icompete.co.uk.
