Your Inflatable 5K Hub
Welcome to #TeamMyton!
We cannot thank you enough for supporting The Myton Hospices, you are amazing!
Whether you’re aiming for a minimum target or want to smash your own fundraising goal, we’re here to support you every step of the way. We'll keep in regular contact to provide you with some top tips and encouragement to ensure you reach your target!
Please email us at challengeevents@mytonhospice.org if you have any questions or need to speak to a member of the team.
We are hoping to raise £30,000 from your sponsorship this year so we can continue providing our services to people living with life limiting illnesses, and their families.
Creating a JustGiving page is one of the most effective ways to encourage people to sponsor you and the money comes directly to us, so there’s no need to worry about gathering your sponsorship and bringing it in, or posting it, to us.
Please note you must have raised 50% of your minimum sponsorship target by Friday 6th June in order to have your place confirmed.
Take a look at the difference your support makes...
We cannot thank you enough for taking on your chosen challenge and choosing to support The Myton Hospices, you are amazing!
Whether you’re aiming for a minimum target or want to smash your own fundraising goal, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Our events team will keep in regular contact to provide you with some top tips and encouragement to ensure you reach your target!
Download your fundraising guide
We are asking supporters to pledge to raise a minimum of £50 per child place and £75 per adult in return for your FREE place. If you've registered as a family of 4 or 5 then we ask that you raise a minimum of £220 or £270 respectively.
Please note, you must have raised at least 50% of your minimum sponsorship target by Friday 6th June 2025 in order to have your place confirmed as your place comes at a cost to The Myton Hospices.
Boost Your Fundraising with Our Myton Sweepstake Card!
Looking for a fun and easy way to help hit your fundraising target? Our Myton sweepstake card is a fantastic tool to get your family, friends, and colleagues involved while raising much-needed funds for our cause.
Here’s how it works:
- Pick Your Favourite Number – Choose a number from the sweepstake card and add your name.
- Win a Prize – The winner can receive an exciting prize! You can offer a percentage of the funds raised or another prize if you’ve had something donated.
- Promote to Everyone – Share the sweepstake with your friends, family, or colleagues and encourage them to choose a number.
- Draw the Winner – Once the card is full, use a national lottery bonus ball or hold a live draw using a random number generator, ensuring everyone can join in the fun and excitement!
The funds you raise can go directly towards supporting our vital work, and it’s an engaging way to bring people together for a good cause.
You can pay the funds raised directly into your JustGiving page or at any of our hospices.
Please ensure you keep your fundraising legal for more guidance and advice please visit www.gamblingcommission.gov.uk
Please note this information is from UK Running Events, the Inflatable 5K organisers...
Is The Run A Race?
The Inflatable 5k is not a race. This is all about having fun & taking part with friends & family.
What Should I Wear?
Want to get dressed up for the run? Go for it! We would recommend light running clothing, including a long-sleeved top and good running shoes. A rain jacket is also a good idea if we have wet conditions on the day.
Can I Bring My Friends And Family To Watch?
Yes, but why not encourage them to enter and give it a go?! Please do also share a car if possible as parking may be limited at the venue.
Is There Parking Available?
Parking is charged £5 per car, please have change ready for our parking marshals.
Can I Skip Sections On The Course?
Yes, if you don't feel like doing a particular obstacle, just walk around it.
Where Do I Collect My Pre-ordered Merchendise?
Merchandise must be collected on the event day from the merchandise tent.
Is There An Age Limit?
The inflatable 5k is open for ages 5 and up. Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a participating adult at all times (max 3 children per 1 adult).
Will I Receive Any Additional Information Before The Event?
Yes, we will send out a pre-event information pack via e-mail one week before the event. This will include confirmation of your entry, direction maps with parking and venue details, & your start time.
Can I Leave My Bag Somewhere While I Take Part?
Yes, there will be a bag drop at the event centre which costs £3 per bag.
Are Dogs Allowed At The Event?
Sorry, we do not allow dogs at our events. Guide dogs and assistance dogs are permitted.
I Am Pregnant, Can I Run?
We would advise against it, however, it is your responsibility to contact a medical professional regarding this.
I Have Lost My Pack Can I Still Participate?
Yes! Please contact us with your entry ID and we can arrange for a replacement pack to be collected on event day.
Is Water Provided On Course?
Yes, we have a water station approximately halfway around the course.
Can I Wear A Gopro?
You are able to wear an action camera yes. It is your own responsibility to keep this safe and undamaged.
Please note this information is from UK Running Events, the Inflatable 5K organisers...
Bibs...
Stick the bib number to the front of your running top. All Runners MUST write their Emergency Contact details on the front of the Bibs.
Parking...
Parking is charged at £5 per car, please have the exact change ready for our parking marshals.
Toilets...
Toilets are provided at the venue. Please look for signs or ask a member of staff.
Bag Drop...
Participants can leave bags (£3 per bag / item) at the bag drop tent located near the start.
Event Kit List...
Sensible running shoes and a long sleeve top. Bring a rain jacket if wet weather is forecast. We love to see runners in fancy dress, so don't hold back! Please do not wear any sharp jewellery or carry sharp objects that could cause injury.
Children...
Under 16's must be accompanied by a participating paying adult around the course.
Spectators...
Friends and family are welcome to come along and watch in the designated spectator areas only, for no extra charge. Spectators cannot roam around the entire course and must keep off the marked out course and obstacles. Children must be under adult supervision at all times.
Dogs...
Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed at our events.
Starting...
Make your way to the start line at the time shown on your bib. Marshals will scan your bib number to allow you to access the start line. Participants will be set off in small groups by our start marshals.
The Route...
Follow the cones around the course, keep red cones on the right and blue on the left. Arrows will also be positioned along the way to help you around the route.
Inflatable Obstacles...
Marshals will be positioned at all the obstacles, please listen to any instructions they may have for you. Allow plenty of space for other participants on the obstacles and please wait your turn.
Drink Station...
Water will be stationed midway along the route to keep you hydrated.
Extra Laps...
Each lap of the course is 2.5k long. The course split is clearly marked at this point. You must choose the appropriate number of laps for the distance that you have entered.
5K = 2 laps
Finish Line...
At the finish line please collect your well-earned medal and finishers gift. We would politely ask that participants clear the finishing area. DO NOT wait for others to finish here. Thank you.
Food & Drink...
Food stalls will be on site, why not grab a snack for the journey home?
Merchandise...
You can pre-order event merchandise for collection at the event.
How much of your donation is spent on patient care
Get in touch
If you have any question please get in touch by sending an email to Challengeevents@mytonhospice.org