Oliver Fisher 10k & 5k

Name: Oliver Fisher 10k & 5k
Start: 2026-05-10T08:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-05-10T08:00:00+00:00
Location: Milton Creek Country Park, Saffron Way, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 2EX
Rating: 4.7

Question 1

Race Location

Accepted Answer

Milton Creek Country Park, Saffron Way, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 2EX

Question 2

Race HQ

Accepted Answer

Race HQ will be located on the large grass area next to the car park.

Question 3

Timings / Race Day Schedule

Accepted Answer

Race HQ & Registration opens: 07:30
Race Director's Briefing on the start line: 08:50
Race Start (10k & 5k): 09:00
Family Fun Run Start: 11:15

Question 4

Bag Drop

Accepted Answer

You are welcome to leave your bag at the unmanned baggage drop at Race HQ, however, this is done at your own risk and discretion. The team will not handle your bags and you will be responsible for labelling them clearly.

Question 5

Facilities

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, there are no changing facilities available at this site so we recommend arriving ready to run!

Question 6

Parking

Accepted Answer

There is a small amount of parking on site but there is ample parking on the surrounding roads of the park.

Question 7

Toilets

Accepted Answer

There are public toilets situated close to Race HQ and there will be extra portable toilets available. Please note, there will be no toilets available on the course.

Question 8

Race Organiser (Oliver Fisher Special Baby Care Trust)

Accepted Answer

This race is hosted and organised by The Oliver Fisher Baby Care Trust:
https://www.oliverfishertrust.co.uk/

Timing and entry management is supplied by Nice Work.

About the Oliver Fisher Special Baby Care Trust
This wonderful charity supports the Neonatal Unit at Medway Maritime Hospital in Gillingham. Whilst the unit receives its standard funding via the NHS, as is right and to be expected, the charity tops up these funds to push the care provision to a gold standard.

Over 1200 babies pass through the doors on the unit in a single year and the charity raises funds not only in order to buy the highly specialised and sophisticated equipment for the care of premature and poorly babies but also their families. The Oliver Fisher Special Care Baby Trust provides the resources needed to make time spent on the unit more comfortable and well-supported for families and their babies. For example, funds can contribute to supplies for the family rooms and new chairs next to incubators.

The charity, first registered in 1985, got its name from Dr Oliver Fisher who was a pioneering consultant whose work led to the founding of The Special Care Baby Unit as it was at All Saints Hospital. With the hospital then being decommissioned in the 1990's, the Unit moved to its new home with a brand new name, The Oliver Fisher Neonatal Unit, in July 1999. The charity works within the unit and the community to raise funds to continue their work and relationship to this day, always with the aim to continually improve care of premature and poorly babies.

Fundraising for the Oliver Fisher Trust:
Whilst fundraising is not a requirement of partipation, we know that many of our runners would like to do so. Last year's fundraising was an unmitigated success with over £18,400 raised in a single day. To put that sum in perspective, these are some examples of the costs involved in running the Oliver Fisher Neonatal Unit...
An incubator: circa £25,000
A cot bed: between £3000 - £4000
A Neopuff system (breather support: circa £1000
If you are interested in fundraising for this remarkable charity, then click on the link below, search for the charity (The Oliver Fisher Special Baby Care Trust) and start your journey!
https://www.justgiving.com/create-page/cause?&sessionId=b09823a

Donate...
Alternatively, you can donate via the below link:
https://www.nice-work.org.uk/e/oliver-fisher-10k-and-5k-10040/charities

Question 9

Headphones

Accepted Answer

Only bone conducting headphones are permitted at this event.
If you are seen to be wearing in-the-ear or over-the-ear headphones by our Race Team or an England Athletics Adjudicator, then you are at risk of being disqualified.

Question 10

Race Start & FInish

Accepted Answer

The 10k & 5k start and finish in the same location and this is close to the Race HQ.

Question 11

Course, Terrain, Route Signage & Marshals

Accepted Answer

You can view and download the course map & GPX at:
https://www.nice-work.org.uk/e/oliver-fisher-10k-and-5k-10040/route-maps

About the course (incl. distance, terrain & elevation):
This course takes place in the grounds of the gorgeous Milton Creek Country Park and it is a joy to race. Starting at Milton Creek Country Park, the route follows the park paths on a winding route, crossing the historic Sittingbourne & Kemsley Light Railway for a loop under Swale Way, returning back into the park for an out and back section before returning to the finish area. The race takes place off-road on mostly stone trail.

The 5km race consists of one lap whilst 10km runners will complete two laps with a small, extra looped section to make up the distance.

There is just 56 metres of elevation over the 10km course.

Other route users
Please be aware that you are sharing the paths with other walkers, runners and cyclists, many of whom live locally. We ask that you race with care and remain courteous at all times.

Your route & marshals...
Your course will be clearly marked using large route arrows and directional cones, as well as being marshalled throughout. Please listen and obey all marshal instructions given. All marshals will remain in place until stood down by the sweep marshal.

Question 12

Junior / Family Fun Run

Accepted Answer

The family run will take place after the main race has ended at 11:15 and it will be approximately 1 mile.

While this race will not be chip timed, all runners will receive a medal. Race numbers are only available for collection on the day. Parents are responsible for collecting their children at the finish line.

Question 13

Specators

Accepted Answer

We always welcome anyone that would like to cheer on our runners and join the good spirit of the race by lending their encouragement and support.

Question 14

Kit & Footwear

Accepted Answer

Your favourite running shoes should be fine for this race. Please keep an eye on the forecast and dress appropriately for the conditions, bringing a spare set of clothes (and socks!) if needed.

Question 15

Litter

Accepted Answer

Please do NOT drop litter. Bins will be provided, so please dispose of any litter correctly or take it home with you.

Question 16

Water Stations

Accepted Answer

As well as a water station at the end of the race, there will be an additional water station for the 10k runners.

Whilst we will ensure that our water stations are well supplied, runners should ensure that they are fully hydrated and also consider carrying their own water.

Question 17

Medals & Prizes

Accepted Answer

There will be a bespoke medal awarded to all finishers.
In addition, we are delighted to be awarding the following prizes:

Trophies for 1st, 2nd & 3rd male & female winners (both distances)
Trophies for age category winners (10k only)

Question 18

Prize Presentation

Accepted Answer

Weather permitting, the presentation will take place approximately 45 - 60 minutes after the first runner has crossed the finish line and when all the prize winners have arrived home. Please listen for announcements from your Race Director.

Question 19

Results

Accepted Answer

Live and provisional results will be available on the Nice Work website asap after the race. If you have any questions regarding the live results, please ensure that you have emailed this through to us by midday on the following Thursday. Any changes submitted after this time will not be included in the final results.

Question 20

Age Restrictions

Accepted Answer

England Athletics govern the age restrictions for all of our races.
On the day of the race, you must be the following age for each distance:

10k: 15 years or over
5k: 11 years or over

Question 21

Can I change my distance after I start running?

Accepted Answer

If you would like to drop down to the shorter distance after you start running:
Yes, you will be able to drop to the shorter distance after you start running. However, please ensure that you have informed the Timer and the Race Director so that they can manually amend your race entry and so that you receive an accurate time instead of DNF (Did Not Finish). If the lower distance was at full capacity, then you may not be able to collect a medal for your new distance; the Race Director will be able to advise.

If you would like to upgrade your entry to the longer distance after you start running:
No, sadly this is not possible.
However, if you know that you would like to swap to the longer distance before the race begins, then please speak to the Race Director who will advise if the race has capacity to support this. If this is possible, there will be a difference to pay.

Question 22

Running with a buggy

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, this race is not suitable for running with a buggy.

Question 23

Can I walk the event?

Accepted Answer

Whilst many of our runners walk some brief sections of the race to catch breath, this race is designed for runners and is not suitable for walking the entire distance.

Question 24

Race Organiser

Accepted Answer

This race is hosted and organised by the Oliver Fisher Special Care Baby Trust...
https://www.oliverfishertrust.co.uk/

This wonderful charity supports the Neonatal Unit at Medway Maritime Hospital in Gillingham. Whilst the unit receives its standard funding via the NHS, as is right and to be expected, the charity tops up these funds to push the care provision to a gold standard. Over 1200 babies pass through the doors of the unit in a single year and the charity raises funds to buy the highly specialised and sophisticated equipment needed and to provide the resources required to make time spent on the unit more comfortable for premature, poorly babies and their families.

Timing and entry management is supplied by Nice Work.

Question 25

First Aid & Fitness

Accepted Answer

First Aid Provision:
First Aid will be in attendance for the duration of the race.
Should you feel unwell at any stage of the race, please do not hesitate to wave down a marshal and they will call First Aid for you and ensure you are well cared for.

If you are unable to make your way to the next marshal point, please advise a fellow runner and ask them to notify a marshal of your location.

Your Health & Fitness
Before attempting to race we ask that you make sure you are 100% fit to do so. If you feel unwell or are carrying an injury, we would strongly recommend not taking part and only return to running once you feel fully fit to do so. If you are unsure if you are fit to run, please speak to your doctor.

Question 26

Deferrals

Accepted Answer

We are pleased to let you know that deferrals to next year are possible for this event, providing that there are still places available available. Here's what you need to know:

Deferral deadlines
10:00 on the Friday before race day.

Deferral costs
A deferral costs £5 plus any difference in race fee.

Races you can defer to
You can defer to the same race in the following year. Please note, you can not defer your entry to any other race.

How to self-manage your deferral
Deferrals are something that the system allows you to self manage by working through the following steps:

1. Access your booking via the 'View Booking' link in your booking confirmation email.
2. Follow steps through to 'Manage Booking & 'Change Race'
3. When you click on 'Change Race' a little drop down will appear and you will need to scroll fractionally to see and select next year's race which may still be listed as 'provisional'
4. The system may ask you to reconfirm your booking details and prompt you to review your original booking form.
5. Once you have paid the deferral charge plus any difference in race fee, the system will move you from your original race and into the new one. An updated booking confirmation will be emailed out to you.

Deferral limit
There is no limit to the number of deferrals you can make but you will incur a deferral charge for each one.

If you have booked through a third party
If you have booked through a third party and can not access your booking via the Nice Work system to make your deferral, then please get in touch with our team by sending an email to info@nice-work.org.uk and we will be able to resend your booking confirmation with the link that you need.

If you have any problems then please don't hesitate to let us know and we will be happy to help.

Question 27

Transfers to another runner

Accepted Answer

We are pleased to let you know that transfers to another runner are possible for this race.

Transfer Deadlines:
10:00 on the Friday before race day.

Transfer Costs:
A transfer to another runner can be made free of charge.

How to self-manage your transfer:
Transfers are something that the system allows you to self manage by working through the following steps:

1. Access your booking via the 'View Booking' link in your booking confirmation email.
2. Follow steps through to 'Manage Booking & 'Transfer to someone else' and you will be guided through managing this transfer by the system.
3. Once you have entered the new runner's email, a transfer notification will be sent to them and they will need to accept the place and enter their full details to complete the process.
4. If you have already received your race bib prior to the transfer taking place, you will need to ensure that you give this to the new runner.

If you have any problems then please don't hesitate to let us know and we will be happy to help.

Question 28

Refunds

Accepted Answer

We believe that our policies for deferrals and transfers is one of the most flexible
and generous amongst race organisers and, for that reason, we do not offer refunds
of race entry fees for illness, injury, or any other reason. In much the same way as
you would not expect a refund for a theatre ticket if you were unable to attend, we
are unable to offer refunds for race entries sold.

Question 29

Merchandise

Accepted Answer

You can purchase an Oliver Fisher race shirt by clicking on the 'merchandise' tab above.

Alternatively, you can visit:
https://www.nice-work.org.uk/e/oliver-fisher-10k-and-5k-10040/products

Question 30

Fundraising & Donations

Accepted Answer

This race is a fundraising event for a very special charity, The Oliver Fisher Special Care Baby Trust.

Fundraising via JustGiving:
You can set up your own JustGiving Fundraising page at:
https://www.justgiving.com/create-page/cause?&sessionId=b09823a

Just type in 'The Oliver Fisher Special Baby Care Trust' and follow the steps.

Donations:
Alternatively, you can donate to The Oliver Fisher Special Baby Care Trust at the following link... https://oliverfishercharity.enthuse.com/cp/537dd/fundraiser#!/

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