Everything you need to know about the 10k Twilight run

Road closures

There will be 38 road closures for tomorrow’s run - the closures will start from 7pm and last until 9pm. The chart below displays which roads will be closed so you can plan your journey around this if you are travelling through and around the town centre.

Crowds gather to watch the Ipswich Twilight Race Picture: LUCY TAYLOR (Image: Archant)

Start and finish

There will be approximately 1,500 runners taking part in the race. The start and finish line are both on Rope Walk outside Suffolk New College. The race will begin at 7.30pm and all participants will start at the same time. The aim is to complete the race before sunset which should be around 8.30pm. The time limit for this event is one and a half hours - after this time roads will be opened and the route may no longer be marshalled. If you need a place to warm up, Alexandra Park is situated behind the college near the holding area.

Changes

The main change to this year’s race compared to last year is that tomorrow will just be one 10k race whereas last year a 5k was also held on the same day. The reason behind the change was so the race could start later in the evening and not during a peak time when people are trying to get home from work. It is hoped by 7pm the traffic would have eased and the race wont affect as many people. The 5k race took place in May and attracted hundreds of runners and elite athletes.

The 10k running route Picture: TWILIGHT/IPSWICH BUILDING SOCIETY (Image: Archant)

Prizes

Each runner will receive a medal, a bottle of water and a goody bag when they have completed the race. The first three men and first three women will also get a trophy and money. The first place winners will receive £50, second place £30 and third £20. There will be a prize presentation outside the atrium of Suffolk New College at approximately 8.45pm.

Ipswich Twilight 10k race routes around the town centre. Picture: LUCY TAYLOR (Image: Archant)

Number collection

All runners participating will have had their numbers sent to them in the post it is essential that these are worn and are visible through out the race.

Runners in the 10k Twilight Run leave the start. Picture: STEVE WALLER www.stephenwaller.com (Image: © Copyright Stephen Waller)

Best place to stand to watch

If you are wanting to watch the run the best places to stand are near the start line, outside Vodka Revs and at the Cornhill.

Ipswich Twilight Race 10k runners from last year Picture: LUCY TAYLOR (Image: Archant)

Car parks

There is parking available in the University College Suffolk car park on Long Street, Ipswich, IP3 8AH. Due to the limited spaces it is important that you park considerately and follow and instructions given. Athena Hall car park is situated beneath the student halls of residence on Duke Street and can be accessed via Wykes Bishops Street. The postcode to park there is IP3 0DT. Alternatively there is an open air RCP car park at Duke Orwell Quay, Duke Street IP3 0AQ. Local participants are encouraged to share lifts, use public transport, travel by bike, or be dropped off and avoid bringing a car. Cycle racks are available at Suffolk New College but are used at your own risk and the event organisers do not accept any responsibility for loss or damage.

Ipswich Twilight Race 10k spectators and runners Picture: LUCY TAYLOR (Image: Archant)

Runners pass Portman Road Picture: LUCY TAYLOR (Image: Archant)

Supporters cheering on the twilight runners. Picture: STEVE WALLER www.stephenwaller.com (Image: � Copyright Stephen Waller)

10k runners pass the Willis building. Picture: STEVE WALLER www.stephenwaller.com (Image: © Copyright Stephen Waller)

10K Twilight runners in the Buttermarket. Picture: STEVE WALLER www.stephenwaller.com (Image: © Copyright Stephen Waller)