R4W is committed to being as inclusive as possible and welcomes athletes with health issues, disabilities or accessibility needs. This page summarises everything you need to know about the Cardiff Bay 10K from an accessibility standpoint including the entry process, cut-off times, course profile and the support we can offer.
The Cardiff Bay 10K is largely flat and has had positive feedback from athletes with accessibility needs in previous years. The event is quite busy and well-supported which may be overwhelming for some. Some potholes have been known on the course and there are some tight turns that can be more difficult for some wheelchair users.
Access to the start and Event Village is by steps but there are wheelchair-friendly access routes (which may take longer).
There are ‘Changing Places‘ accessible toilets and changing facilities inside the nearby Wales Millennium Centre, located on the ground floor.
The cut-off time is 2 hours and the minimum age for participants is 15.
ENTRY PROCESS
We encourage all participants unsure of their fitness levels to undergo a health check with their doctor prior to training or taking part. Wheelchair users or those with disabilities or any other health issues are able to register for our events via our standard registration forms available on our event websites.
Wheelchair users (self-propelled)
Will be able to indicate whether they would like to start at the front of the race or within the main field on their registration form. We cannot guarantee your preference and it will depend on health and safety factors but we will do our best to accommodate. We will contact you closer to the event date to discuss this in more detail if necessary. If you are not a self-propelled wheelchair user you must take part with a supporter (see below).
Wheelchair users (supported)
If you are a wheelchair user who requires an enabler for support during the race, we can provide them with a free entry. Please contact maria.waldron@run4wales.org to request this, stating the name of the event you wish to participate in. The supported athlete must reach the minimum age required to participate in the event. We can discuss with you in more detail whether it would be more suitable for you to start at the front of the race or within the main field, depending on the type of chair or any additional support you may require.
Visually impaired runners
If you are a visually impaired athlete who needs the support of a guide runner, we are able to offer your guide a free space. Please contact maria.waldron@run4wales.org to request this, stating the name of the event you wish to participate in.
Autistic runners
Runners and spectators who are autistic that are unsure about attending can contact us at enquiries@run4wales.org if they would like to know anything about the event prior to signing up.
Other health issues and disabilities
If you have any other health issues, disabilities or additional learning needs we should be aware of, there is a section of the registration form where you can share details on any assistance you may require on the day. Feel free to contact us on enquiries@run4wales.org before signing up if you’d like to discuss in more detail beforehand.
Elite wheelchair athletes
Free spaces are available for elite wheelchair athletes in some events where they meet qualifying criteria. Contact alex.donald@run4wales.org for more information.
If you require any support registering using our online registration system, please contact us on enquiries@run4wales.org or call 02921 660 790. Our office hours are Monday-Friday, 9am – 5pm.
Disabled Parking
Those taking part who require a free disabled parking space will be able to request this via the registration form. We will contact you closer to the event date to confirm arrangements. Where possible and if required, we can offer a convenient space near to the start/finish line to store your day chair if you are planning to use a racing wheelchair.
