The Michael Turner Memorial Orpington 10k, 2k School Races & Fun Run Sunday 22nd June 2008

Since 1998, the Orpington 10k has been the highlight of our running club's calendar and has over the years raised many thousands of pounds for Darrick Wood school. This year, we are recognising the support given by Michael Turner of Travel & Medical Insurance Services Ltd since 2005. Sadly, Michael - a parent and former pupil of Darrick Wood School - passed away in 2007 and so the 2008 race has been named in his memory.

The 10k Results

2008 22nd June 412 finishers	2007 24th June 437 finishers	2006 502 finishers Official Photos
1998-2005 Consolidated results:	Prior to 1998, Orpington Road Runners coordinated a 10k route starting at Goddington Park. held every year from 1990 to 1995. There is even knowledge of an Orpington Ten, ran at some point in the 1950s!  Not surprisingly, we don't have records going back that far but if you have any recollection of these, please contact us so that we can reflect this part of our local running heritage!

Official 10k Race Photography

We are delighted to welcome back the services of Martin Lewis, of ProSport Photos, who has supported our race for a number of years. Martin and his team are dedicated to providing professional quality sports photography with informal pre- and post- event services, capturing both individual participants and the general atmosphere. Don't forget to check out his website in the days following the race to pick up your copy of your part of the race experience!
 

Details

Proceeds of all races go to Darrick Wood Parents and Staff Association (PSA) (Registered Charity No. 271541).

The 10k race will be run under UK Athletics rules and is a single lap multi-terrain course through some of Kent's finest countryside, starting from Darrick Wood Senior School, Lovibonds Avenue, in Orpington. Minimum age for the 10k race is 15 years. For a map of the 10k course, follow this link.

The 2k route and Fun Run consist of one lap of school field then one lap of Darrick Wood, returning with a lap of the field to finish. The fun run is open to all regardless of age.

 

Team Prizes	Individual Prizes	Medals for all participants
BBQ and refreshments	Car Parking	Music and great atmosphere!

Members of Orpington Road Runners are not allowed to enter the 10k because they are invited to volunteer their support before and on the day of the event to help ensure that our race remains one of the most popular events in the London/SE and Kent calendar!!
 

Entry Process
Medals
In the interests of safety, the 10k event is limited to 500 entrants. Please book early to avoid disappointment!
Closing date for postal entries was 15th June 2008.  Race numbers and final instructions will be despatched seven days before the event.

For any questions about entry processing, please e-mail Race HQ - orpington10k@googlemail.com. 
 

Prizes & Results
Medals Individual race medals will be provided to all finishers (except non-paying fun runners).

Team Prizes will be awarded for Athletics Clubs competing in the 10k.
School Team prizes will be awarded for the for 2k races. 
(First three finishers to count. Based on nominated Athletics Club or School per entry form)

Results will be published online as soon as possible after they have been validated.
Printed copies will be sent by post only if a S.A.E. left with the enquiry desk on Race Day.
 

2008 Sponsors

Many thanks to our generous sponsors for their support for the race this year.
Be sure to visit them by following the links below: 

01689 821439

01689 855655