(not) parkrun was introduced during the COVID-19 lockdown, to encourage parkrunners to be active and log a 5k walk, jog or run during the time when parkrun was closed.
The route does not have to be on an actual parkrun course.
Before going out on your (not)parkrun walk, jog, or run, please consider the following guidelines:
Planning your route
When deciding on where to complete your (not)parkrun, there are a number of important factors. Please take time to consider the route surface, weather conditions, impact on other users, traffic, visibility, local health guidelines, any animals that may be en route, and your personal safety based on the area in general.
Clothing and equipment
Please also consider any clothing you wear or equipment that you use during your (not)parkrun and whether it is appropriate for the conditions, the course, and your personal comfort, fitness and safety. Particularly, please use caution around the use of headphones and make sure that you will always be aware of any possible hazards.
We would also recommend that you carry In Case of Emergency (ICE) details with you at all times whilst walking, jogging, or running.
Age
Anyone registered with a parkrun event is able to record a (not)parkrun time through their parkrun profile. However, children remain the responsibility of their parents, guardians, or carers at all times, and, as with regular parkrun events, we would recommend that children under the age of 11 are always accompanied by an appropriate adult.
Conduct
At all times during your (not)parkrun, please give way to other people or vehicles, and put safety ahead of your stopwatch. (not)parkrun is simply intended to be a fun initiative to keep us all entertained and a way to support the parkrun community.
Health and Fitness
Prior to starting your (not)parkrun please make sure that you are fit and healthy enough to do so appropriately and safely. If in any doubt at all you should seek medical advice.
1.14.1 (not)parkrun FAQs
I’m an existing parkrunner. How do I register / do I need to re-register?
You should not re-register. Every registered parkrunner can participate in (not)parkrun, and can submit a time via their profile page.
I’ve never done a parkrun and I haven’t registered. Can I still take part in (not)parkrun?
Absolutely! You just need to register for parkrun first. Select your country here and then register on your country’s website.
Can juniors participate?
As with our parkrun events, junior parkrunners are welcome to participate, however:
- Under 11s must do so with a responsible carer.
- Under 16s must ask permission from their carer to run on their own and inform carers of the intended route and when they expect to return.
If a junior is registered to a junior parkrun (in Australia, Ireland or the UK), they can participate in (not)parkrun. It works in exactly the same way with a 2k time logged via the participant's profile.
Can I do a (not)parkrun on a treadmill?
Yes, you can complete your (not)parkrun on a treadmill and then input your time on your profile.
Do I have to do the same route every week?
No, you can choose to do the same route, or something different every time, it’s entirely up to you.
Will this count towards my parkrun milestone t-shirt?
No. (not)parkrun is entirely separate to parkrun and participation in it does not count towards any parkrun milestones.
How do I submit a time? Do I need proof?
You don’t need proof of your walk, jog, run as (not)parkrun works on an honesty basis. You can log your (not)parkrun via a link in your profile any day of the week.
How do I log into my parkrun profile?
For instructions on how to log in to your parkrun profile, please see here.
How often can I submit a time?
You can only submit one time each day of the week. You can find out how to do this in your parkrun profile. Your fastest time that week will be included in that week’s results.
When does the week start / finish?
The (not)parkrun week starts on Monday and ends on Sunday. Times must be uploaded by midnight Sunday to be included in a week’s results.
Can I add my volunteering?
No. Since you cannot volunteer for (not)parkrun it isn’t possible to record any instances of volunteering. For simplicity, and to support those who can and want to, (not)parkrun is only a walk, jog, run initiative.
Will age grading be displayed in results?
Yes, age grading will be displayed in the results table.