We understand that navigating through our products/services can sometimes raise questions. That's why we've compiled a comprehensive list of common inquiries to provide you with quick and concise answers. Whether you're new to our offerings or a seasoned wolf, this page aims to address your concerns and ensure a seamless experience. Explore the sections below to find answers to questions that might be on your mind. If you can't find what you're looking for, don't hesitate to reach out to our dedicated support team for further assistance. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we're here to help you every step of the way.
From the event's itinerary to logistics, ticketing, and more, we've got you covered. Our aim is to ensure that you have all the necessary details at your fingertips, making your participation as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Your success in the event is our ultimate goal, and we're excited to support you on your journey to the finish line. If you have any other questions get in touch.
What info do I need to enter?
You will need your name, email and date of birth for basic entry. This will create a profile where you can add your your emergency contact, any medical conditions we should be aware of and your shirt size and cut (required for 10k event only). Your profile has a number that is required for log in, along with your email and date of birth, to access your profile in future to update any profile or entry details. If you forget your number you can login without it and use a link to have it emailed to you.
Is there an age limit?
Yes:
Wolf Run (5/10K) - 17 or older on the day of the Wolf Run to participate in the 10 or 5K runs. There is no upper age limit. If you are fortunate to look under 25 you will be required to provide photo ID to confirm you are 17 or over.
Junior Wolf (3/6K) - 7-17 years old. Under 12s MUST run with a paying adult, over 12s can run with family, friends or alone.
Do I have to sign a waiver to participate?
YES - you will be required to sign a waiver in which you acknowledge that you will be taking part in a potentially dangerous event with a risk of personal injury. Juniors will require a parent or guardian to sign a consent form. All waivers are now ONLINE and can be signed in your profile.
Can I run for charity?
Absolutely - We’re delighted to support runners raising money for charity. If you’d like a link put on our website for your charity, just email us. Check out the many charities that are already on our charities page.
Can I miss an obstacle out?
Of course! You can go around any obstacle you don't want to tackle. However, you might just surprise yourself - especially when working as a team. Fellow runners and marshals are always happy to help you over, under and through, so feel free to ask. You can do more than you think!
Is there a time limit for completing the course?
There's no strict cut-off time and we're here to support runners of all abilities. That said, if you'd like to take your time and enjoy every moment of the course without feeling rushed, we'd recommend emailing us to request an earlier start time. It means you can go at your own pace and make the most of the whole experience.
Will there be medical help?
Medical support teams with fully equipped ambulances will be on site and marshals will be situated all around the course. We have military doctors who lead our team of paramedics and first aiders, as well as a team of specialist open water canoe lifeguards. We work hard on injury prevention when designing our courses and have had good feedback from our medical assessors and runners alike.
Should you become injured or ill, we will get you to a first aid station as quickly as possible. You must notify us before you take part in the Run if there is a pre-existing injury or condition that we should be aware of.
How do I know which finisher tech t-shirt will fit me?
The shirts are for the 10k runners only.
When registering, select your gender/shirt cut in accordance with style of finisher t-shirt you prefer, e.g. if you are a woman and prefer the cut of a man’s t-shirt then select male. An example of a female cut shirt is below. For examples of the male cut shirts please see the prices page.
They are quite snug fit so please ensure you check the measurements below.
Men’s Tech Tee from 2026 - Round neck
| Inches | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest | 35-37 | 37-39 | 39-41 | 41-43 | 43-45 | 45-47 | 47-49 | 49-51 |
| Length | 26.5-27.5 | 27-28 | 27.5-28.5 | 28-29 | 28.5-29.5 | 29.5-30.5 | 32-33 | 33-34 |
Lady-Fit Tech Tee from 2026 - V neck
| Inches | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest | 31-33 | 33-35 | 35-37 | 37-39 | 39-41 | 41-43 | 43-45 | 45-47 |
| Length | 24-25 | 24.5-25.5 | 25 | 25.5-26.5 | 26.5-27.5 | 27.5-28.5 | 28.5-29.5 | 29.5-30.5 |
Junior Tech Tee from 2026 - Round neck
| Inches | XS | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest | 23.25 | 26-28 | 28-30 | 30.32 | 32-34 |
| Length | 17.5-18.5 | 19.5-20.5 | 20.5-21.5 | 21.5-22.5 | 22.5-23.5 |
Why do you need individual email addresses?
The combination of your email address and your date of birth provides you with your Wolf Profile. Here you can manage your events, emergency and medical details and your waivers. You can also view your run and pack history. For your junior wolves you can use your email again with their date of birth.
Also, we send out all event information via email, including your confirmed start time, arrival time, and which queue to join on the day, so it’s important that each runner receives this.
Your Wolf Profile
Use your profile to manage your details, medical info and emergency contact. You will also find your team builder where you can build and store lists of your friends and/or colleages for fast entry in future.
New from 2025 is online waivers. You will now also find these in your profile. You will only have sign these once per year.
A record of your past Wolf Run entries and offers you the facility to record your runner numbers and times for completing each event.
You can find your profile by going to My Wolf Run.
The compilation of data is collated via your email address and date of birth. If you have signed up with us in the past using more than one email address, then we may well have more than profile created for you. If this is case contact info@thewolfrun.com, and our admin team will combine your data to one profile.
How do I qualify for Trilogy status?
By completing all 3 season's events of our full Wolf Run or Junior Wolf events in one year. All entries must be of the same event type i.e 3 x 10k / 3 x 5k / 3 x Junior.
Entry profile info MUST be the same in every entry including name, date of birth and email address (We don't mind if you get married and your surname changes - just let the admin team know to update your profile).
You must register for each event online prior to the deadlines displayed on the entry page. This will ensure that your entries are added to your runner profile. Late substitutions and on-the-day places will not count towards your Trilogy status.
After each event that you run you are required to update your profile with your runner number, to show you have completed it.
When do I receive the Trilogy tech shirt?
Sign up for 2026 Trilogy by midday, 30 April 2026 and you’ll receive a FREE Trilogy Shirt automatically. No need to do anything! We’ll order the same size you chose for your April Run. Shirts will be ready to collect at the September Wolf Run. Entries after 30 April can still order a shirt thorugh your profile until 9 Sept. These orders will be posted to you in late October/early November.
Refund Protection
If you would like to add refund protection to your tickets this is offered during the entry process. We use a third party company for these services (XCover). If you have any questions regarding these services please see their FAQs below:
Can I pay and enter on the day?
YES as long as the event and event type is not sold out. Please see our entry page for more information.
If I sign up but can’t take part, can I pass my ticket to someone else?
Yes - You can edit your entry via the my entry link at the bottom of the website. Up to 9 weeks prior to the event you are able to edit 100% of the entry; thereafter up to 6 weeks prior to the event you can edit name, date of birth and email address, you will not be able to change the gender/shirt cut and t-shirt size. From 6 weeks prior to the event you may still pass your place on however you will not be able to edit your entry. Your substitute will need to register with both your name and date of birth to collect the runner pack on the event day.
Is there parking?
Lots of parking is available at the Wolf Run. There is a parking fee of £5.00 per car, £15 per minibus, £50 for a coach. For coaches advance notification is required as places are limited.
We use the fees to repair and maintain the large field used for parking and to provide temporary road surfaces when required. In return for your parking fee we offer you a discount voucher which can be used at the Wolf Run Shop on event days as stated on the voucher (not redeemable online).
Please follow the parking marshal’s directions on arrival. Please also note that there will probably be some congestion at times. Please be patient and our marshals will get you in/out as fast as possible!
Where can I store my valuables?
We recommend that you leave everything you can in your locked car. There will be a Key Drop facility where you can leave your car keys and small valuables while you are running. This can include your keys, phone, wallet/purse. This facility is free of charge. If you do not have access to a car we have two bag drop locations. The secure bag drop is adjacent to the key drop and has a charge of £5 per bag. Bags must not weigh more than 10kg with dimensional limits of 40cm x 50cm x 30cm. The alternative facility is free of charge, with no restriction on size and weight. This facility is not monitored and items left are at owners’ risk.
Run with your friends and family to make the most of your Wolf Run experience. If you have any other questions please get in touch.
Can we enter a team?
Yes, absolutely. Infact, we actively encourage it! Running with your pack can make the whole experience even better.
Share your Pack Code (found in your confirmation email) with friends and family so they can join your team and be guaranteed the same start time.
If you're entering the Wolf Run (5/10K) or Junior Wolf (3/6K), get a team of five together because the fifth person runs completely free! Just make sure all five are entered in the same transaction to qualify.
Note: the fifth free place offer does not currently apply to Wolf Trails events.
We would like to add people to our pack but we have already entered. How do we do this?
A ‘Pack Code’ was emailed to the pack creators on entry. Type this in when entering and you will be added to the pack ensuring the same start time.
I've entered but would now like to run with a friend who has also already entered. Can we be joined up?
Please email info@thewolfrun.com and let us know the date you are running, your pack code and the pack code of who you would like to join, or alternatively, the name of the person that you would like to run with. We will then link you on our system. Please note: if you would like to run with another individual, let us have a pack name for you - it’s the easiest way to link you on our system!
As we eagerly anticipate the upcoming event, we're thrilled to have you join us and be part of the excitement. So, whether you're a first-time attendee or a returning guest, dive into the questions and find the answers you're seeking. Your experience is important to us, and we can't wait to see you at the event! If you have any other questions please get in touch.
When does the event start?
Start times run between 9am and 3pm. Your personal start time will be confirmed in the email you receive shortly after entering. Please arrive one hour before your start time to allow for registration, bag drop and the warmup.
Where do I find directions to the event?
Directions to the Wolf Run sites can be found on each event page. Please note that there is no public transport to the run sites. The best way to get to us is by driving.
Do you offer camping at The Wolf Run?
We do not offer camping at any of our events.
Where do I go when I arrive?
You need to register and collect your run numbers at the registration tent - this will be close to the parking area and clearly signed. We recommend you arrive at least an hour before your start time to give yourself time to register, change, pin your number on, retie your shoes, find your suntan lotion and generally get yourself ready! You will be called to your safety briefing and warm up session 20 minutes prior to your start time.
Are there timing chips for each runner?
We do not use timing chips as the Wolf Run is not a race. For competitive wolves, we recommend timing yourselves - please make sure your watches are water/shock proof!
Can I have a shower afterwards?
You have the option of a cold shower! It sounds bad now, but just wait until you’re hot and muddy...
Will there be food and drink at the Wolf Run?
Yes - there will be food and drink stands at the Wolf Run start/finish area.
Can we buy professional photos of ourselves?
Yes you can. Please visit our photos page for more info.
Can we bring spectators?
Absolutely - it's a fantastic day out for the whole family!
The Wolf Run event village is the heart of the action, designed for runners, supporters and families alike. With course viewing points to catch all the muddy highlights, hot food and drinks, coffee and hot chocolate, exhibitors, shops, games, a large kids area, picnic benches and pumping tunes all day long, there's plenty to keep everyone entertained from start to finish.
The best bit is entry to the event village is completely free, so bring as many friends and family as you like!
Please note there is a £5 parking charge per car - we recommend car sharing where possible.
Can we bring dogs?
Yes, well behaved dogs are welcome in the event village and now on Wolf Trails events too! (Please note your dog will need their own ticket to enter the Trails event.)
The following rules apply:
Dogs must be kept on a fixed, non-retractable lead at all times
Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dog
Dogs are not permitted inside any marquees
Dogs are not permitted on the course without a dogs ticket for the Wolf Trails
Please bring plenty of water for your dog
We understand that preparing for a run involves not only physical training but also selecting the right gear to enhance your performance and comfort. In this section, we've compiled a list of common questions related to fitness training, running techniques, and appropriate clothing choices. Whether you're a seasoned runner or lacing up for the first time, we're here to provide you with the information you need to make the most of your experience. If you have any other questions please get in touch.
How fit do I have to be to take part in the Wolf Run?
We welcome everyone - from elite athletes who power round the course, to some who walk the whole thing, and everything in between!
Choosing the right event:
Wolf Run 10K — our most demanding event. Training is strongly recommended.
Wolf Run 5K — shorter distance but still a real challenge. A great starting point if you're unsure of the 10k.
Junior Wolf — children can take it entirely at their own pace. Younger or less experienced juniors will love the 3K, while older and more athletic juniors should go for the 6K for a proper challenge!
Wolf Trails — pure trail running with no obstacles or water crossings. The 3K is perfect for families with younger children. If you can comfortably complete a parkrun you're ready for the 5K. The 10K is best suited to older and more experienced trail enthusiasts.
A few important things to know:
If you have any concerns about your fitness or health, please consult your doctor before entering.
If you have a pre-existing injury or medical condition, please notify us before taking part.
If you think you'll need extra time on the course, email us to request an earlier wave time so you can enjoy every moment without feeling rushed.
Want to get prepared? We have training plans on our website and recommend joining your local parkrun to build running confidence before event day.
Do I have to be able to swim to take part?
You don’t have to be able to swim to take part - we always give you alternatives to the water obstacles. You should be a strong swimmer to complete the lake swim during the Wolf Run - it looks a short distance but is very cold indeed and you need to be a good swimmer to complete it. If you can’t swim, there is an alternative route which runs around the swim section - just ask the marshals and follow the signs.
What should I wear to run?
This depends on the weather! Basic advice is that you will get wet, muddy and may get cold, so wear warm, light running clothing and good running shoes with good grip but without spikes - some areas are too hard/stony for them, and they are dangerous for other competitors on the obstacles. Gloves can also be a good idea. If it’s sunny weather, bring sunscreen and a hat - we really don’t recommend sunglasses as you’ll probably lose them.
Also - bring warm clothing to change into after the event and a towel!
Can I see the course before the run date?
No - the course and its bespoke obstacles are a carefully guarded secret! It is also on private land so there is no access on any other day except the date of the Wolf Run.
Will the Wolf Run be cancelled if there is bad weather?
The Wolf Run will not be cancelled unless it is dangerous to allow runners onto the course. We do not cancel the Run because of rain, cold, snow etc. - we run in all conditions as long as it’s safe!
We understand there are questions you may have particularly regarding the Wolf Junior events. We hope this should cover all of them however if you have any other questions get in touch.
How old must I be to take part?
Wolf Run Juniors must be aged 7 to 17 years on the day of the event. Adults can enter to run alongside their children by booking a ticket also. The Junior course obstacles are designed for both adults and children and medals are presented to everyone at the finish.
Can my child run alone, or do I need to buy a ticket too?
For under 12s it's compulsory that they have a registered participating accompanying adult. If not a parent, an adult nominated by a parent or legal guardian. An accompanying adult may be responsible for up to but no more than 3 children. 12-17 year olds can run with family, friends or unaccompanied as long as you have a signed guardian consent/waiver through your profile.
What time are the Junior events?
Junior Wolf and Wolf Trails take place on Sunday mornings, typically starting between 9am and 10am.
Participants set off in waves of around 100 runners every 10 minutes over a 1-2 hour period. Children finish in their own time, at their own pace but the average is around 35 mins for the 3k course.
What distance is the Wolf Run Junior?
Wolf Run Junior - The course is 3 km with the option to do a second lap (start times after 10.30 only 1 lap is possible). Once you exit the course and cross the finish line you will not be permitted re-entry.
Wolf Run Trails - 3k 5k and 10k of pure off road running.
Can an adult run both events on the same day?
Yes, most of the time this is possible. However, if you want to run multiple events on one day please let us know at info@thewolfrun.com so that we can adjust your start times to enable you to complete two events.
Is there a water stop?
Yes there will be a water stop at the half way mark and a bottle of water at the finish line.
Can I bring supporters?
Absolutely. Entry to the event village is free for supporters, so friends and family are welcome to soak up the atmosphere and cheer runners on.
Please note that parking charges (£5 per car) do apply so we recommend car sharing where possible.
How do you keep Junior events safe?
Safety is fundamental to Wolf Run. Backed by 15 years of experience, we are a well-established and respected brand known for delivering safe, professionally run events.
We have a fully equipped, state-of-the-art medical tent on site, staffed by qualified medical professionals, including multiple doctors and nurses, throughout the event. While they mostly spend their day treating grazes, bumps, we deliberately invest heavily in this area to ensure the highest level of care is always available.
Every obstacle is staffed by experienced marshals, many of whom return year after year. Marshals are positioned at every obstacle and key point on the course and are in constant radio contact with event crew, managers and the medical team, so support is never far away.
Our event teams are fully trained in health and safety, from building to event management, with clear procedures in place across the course and event village. This experience, combined with careful course layout and design, means Junior Wolf events consistently operate with very low injury rates.
Junior courses are specifically designed for children. They do not include the more extreme adult obstacles such as high nets, long lake swims or larger slides. Obstacles are built to be age-appropriate, well supervised and built with safety in mind.
Importantly, the event is non-competitive, and children are never pressured to do anything they don’t want to do. Any obstacle can be skipped, no questions asked, and adults are welcome to support and encourage children at their own pace.
Our aim is to create a fun, confidence-building adventure where children feel supported, safe and proud of what they achieve.