We've committed to making the Halifax Urban Trail as environmentally sustainable as possible. We think that runners are keen and ready to play their part in this respect.
🎽 Thoughtful T-shirt Policy
As we mention in the FAQs, we want to avoid giving out unwanted T-shirts which then lurk in drawers or, worse, end in landfill sites. We're asking you to decide when you register whether you want a commemorative technical T-shirt and to pay for it at that point. We're commissioning stylish T-shirts from a specialist company who make their clothing from recycled material (but you wouldn't know the material was recycled, honest!)
💧 Plastic-Free Hydration
Our drink stations on the route and at the finish will not be giving water in plastic bottles, but will be using paper cups.
🚗 Sustainable Transport
You can help too, by sharing transport to the race (or even better using public transport).
🌱 Local Sourcing
Where possible, we're working with local suppliers and businesses to reduce transport emissions and support the local economy.
How You Can Help
🚌 Use Public Transport
Take the train or bus to Halifax and walk or take a short bus ride to Shibden Park
🚗 Share Your Journey
Coordinate with other runners to share cars - it's more fun and better for the environment
💧 Bring Your Own Bottle
While we'll have water stations, bringing a reusable bottle helps reduce waste
🎽 Think Before You Buy
Only order a race T-shirt if you'll genuinely wear it - help us avoid waste