Race information
Information about the White Ribbon 5k Run for Change: End the Violence run taking place this November.
Here you will find information about how to find us, travel, parking and facilities.
Travel and Parking
Information about travel and parking to the race.
How to find us
The Run for Change is taking place in Newbridge Fields in Bridgend.
A fantastic stretch of field parkland alongside the River Ogmore that offers a tranquil place to walk and run, away from the hustle and bustle of the busy town centre.
Address: Newbridge Fields, Park Court Road, Bridgend, CF31 4BP
The course is run on a combination of grass paths and permanent paths through Newbridge Fields. The trail running through Newbridge Fields is flat and alongside the River Ogmore, away from cars and busy roads. Marshals will be at key sections of the course, or signs will be in place.
Please remember that the fun run uses shared paths. For the continued success of the event, please give way to other park users as it will make sure everyone continues to enjoy the event.
Parking
There is parking available at the following carparks. Please be aware that there are parking charges.
All Bridgend County Borough Council car parks offer free parking for a vehicle displaying a valid Blue Badge. This is not restricted to a Blue Badge bay and any bay can be used.
Prices and allowances at private car parks will vary. Where applicable, Blue Badge bays must be used to take advantage of Blue badge discounts/allowances.
Please, wherever possible walk, jog, cycle or use public transport when attending the event. If you do have to drive, please consider car-sharing to reduce our impact on both the environment and other park users.
Please also watch out for other park users when arriving and leaving. See parking information for suggested car parks and please avoid parking in residential streets.
Town centre car parking offer: First three hours of your stay are free
Up to half an hour: 50 pence.
Half an hour to one hour: £1.00
One to two hours: £1.50
Two to three hours: £2.00
Three to four hours: £2.50
Over four hours: £6.00
If you overstay and the carpark has been locked, you must pay an on-the-spot release fee of £50 before your car can leave.
Capacity: 242.
Car park closes and is locked at 7pm, Monday to Sunday. It reopens at 7am.
Charges apply Monday to Saturday inclusive from 8am to 6pm. No charges apply on Christmas day.
Up to one hour: £1.00
One to three hours: £1.50
Over three hours: £3.00
Capacity: 40
This car park is covered by CCTV cameras.
Charges usually apply Monday to Saturday inclusive from 8am to 6pm. No charges apply on Christmas day.
Up to one hour: £1.
One to three hours: £1.50.
Over three hours: £3.
If you overstay and the carpark has been locked, you must pay an on-the-spot release fee of £50 before your car can leave.
Capacity: 95
This car park is covered by CCTV cameras.
FAQs
Answers to your frequently asked questions.
Unfortunately, we are unable to issue any refunds as these payments are donations to the charity. However, should you no longer be able to attend then please let us know and we can reassign your entry/ open your entry to other participants.
If the event needs to be cancelled due to weather, you will be notified via the email address that you supply on this form. The event will likely be rearranged to a future date.
Toilet Facilities
Toilet facilities are located at Bridgend Athletic Track near the start of the race. Accessible toilets are included at the track, and are also available at the Halo Leisure Centre.
We wish to make the event as safe as possible, so participants, spectators and helpers are asked to take care about the following:
- Please be considerate to the park and other park users at all times.
- Children under the age of eleven must be accompanied (within arm's reach) throughout the event by a parent, guardian or appropriate adult of the parent's choice.
- Please arrive by foot, by pedal-power or by public transport if you can - your efforts help to reduce our impact on the park and the planet. If you are planning to travel to the event using public transport, you can, plan your journey using the Traveline Cymru website.
- Take care on uneven surfaces – whether on grass or on tarmac. Watch out for cyclists, other participants, pedestrians, children, dogs, wildlife, park animals, vehicles, park maintenance work, falling branches, bollards, posts and other obstacles around the course.
- Please ensure that you are fit enough to walk, jog, run 5k (3.1 miles) with us.
- If you see someone with a serious problem, please stop to help them out and get help as soon as possible.
- If you’re watching, keep clear of participants on the course, and look after any children and dogs you may have with you.
- It is not permitted to run with a pushchair and a dog at the same time.
- Participants pushing buggies are welcome, but please take care of others around you and do your best to start at an appropriate place in the field for your pace and be mindful of that some of the route is on grass.