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We're really looking forward to welcoming you and your child(ren) to HELL & BACK Junior this Saturday in Killruddery, Bray, Co Wicklow.
As well as running through Killruddery's stunning natural obstacles, including forests, meadows and streams, we've also built a number of cool obstacles, especially for the kids - so they are guaranteed to have one HELL of a Time! And don't worry, if your child is not comfortable with ANY OBSTACLE, they can simply walk around it...please let them know this!
Please read all the information below in this Essential Guide to H&B Junior before Saturday and give yourselves plenty of time to get parked, sign in & collect your child's wristband - the site is open from 08:15 so please make sure you arrive at the Registration Tent at least 45-60 minutes before your allocated start time.
As administration for the event is now closed, we can no longer facilitate transfers or wave changes. If you have any late queries, please check our Frequently Asked Questions as your answer is more than likely there.
WATER OBSTACLES IN LAKE
One of the most popular obstacles on this H&B Junior course is Splash Zone on the Lake in the centre of Killruddery, which consists of Pontoon Mania, Water Jump and Splashdown Slide.
From a water safety perspective, all children are fitted with a buoyancy aid when they get in the vicinity of the Lake, while our team of lifeguards patrol both from in the water on kayaks and from the bank.
If your child is not a confident swimmer or dislikes water, they should not attempt this zone. Please discuss this with your child before Saturday, reassuring them that they do not need to participate in this part. They should simply inform a lifeguard at the Lake, who will guide them around it.
WEATHER
At this early stage, the weather for Saturday is looking ok with some sunshine forecast - but we recommend that you expect the worst and also be prepared for rain. Keep an eye on Met Eireann for weather updates and remember that Killruddery is a working farm so both you and your child(ren) should also dress appropriately as you could be walking around mucky farming fields!
START TIME CHECKER
Check your start time (or that of a friend)Â by clicking here and entering either the email address you registered with (recommended) or your surname...once your child is listed on this page, we will find your details at the Registration Tent so don't panic, we will get you registered!
GETTING TO KILLRUDDERY
The event takes place in Killruddery Estate, Southern Cross Road, Bray, Co Wicklow - click here for a Google Maps link.
Saturdays in Bray and the surrounding areas is a very busy day - so expect delays on all approach roads to Killruddery, including the M50 and M11 southbound from Dublin. Make sure you give yourself plenty of time to arrive safely, park and collect your child's wristband at the Registration Tent - at least 45-60 minutes before your allocated start time.
CAR PARKING With up to 2,000 cars arriving throughout the day, it's essential to plan your transportation wisely.
To ensure a smooth and organised experience for all participants, we have devised a comprehensive car parking plan that will alternate between two car parks throughout the day:
IDA Business Park on Southern Cross Road from approx. 08:00 to 10:00 and approx. 14:00 to 16:00; and
Grass Fields in Killruddery from approx. 10:00 to 14:00.
Please follow the Visual Display Signs on your approach to Killruddery for your designated car park, have patience (it will be very busy!), and obey the instructions of our car parking attendants who will guide you to an available space.
In the spirit of eco-friendliness and maximising space, please carpool wherever possible. Sharing a ride not only reduces traffic congestion but also minimizes our carbon footprint.
If you haven't yet pre-purchased your car parking ticket, you can do so by clicking here and paying €4.50 per car. Alternatively, you can also pay €5 at the gate - cash is quicker and more efficient on the day so please stop off at an ATM for your fiver in advance.
Arrive and park at least 45-60 minutes before your allocated start time to give yourselves plenty of time to get parked, sign in & collect your child's wristband.
NB: AIM TO ARRIVE AT LEAST 45-60 MINS BEFORE YOUR ALLOCATED START TIME!
REGISTRATION
You must collect and sign for your child's Wristband in the Registration Tent at the Site Entrance at least 30 minutes before their wave start time. Anyone who arrives after their allocated Collection Time may be removed from the event without refund. Click for Start Time Checker.
We use a digital registration process so everyone registers together in the same place - simply queue and go the the next available marshal.
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To help speed things up, please bring the ticket you were sent when you originally signed up or the unique QR code you get on the Start Time Checker when you enter your email address.
IMPORTANT: Remember to enter the email address originally used to sign up - it may therefore be your work or partner's email!
Your child's Wristband will have their unique Participant Number and Wave Colour printed on it. Make sure you IMMEDIATELY fasten it securely to their wrist as they must show the wristband to take part. No Wristband = No Taking Part!
For safety, there is also space on the wristband for you to write your mobile number, in the unlikely event that your child gets lost.
And don't worry, we should still be able to find your registration if you have none of the above, provided your booking is showing on the Start Time Checker!
FAST TRACK FOR GROUPS OF 10+
There is a Fast Track option for Groups with 10 or more children and we have already reached out to the Group Leaders. If you have a group of 10 or more and havent already been in touch with us about Fast Track, email registrations@aliveoutside.ie ASAP and we will try to accommodate you.
E-CONSENT FORM
IMPORTANT: One adult must sign an electronic consent form for each child when they arrive onsite. Once signed, our registration staff will then give each child a numbered wristband, which will allow them take part. So, if you are not traveling to Killruddery, make sure you are aware of the Terms & Conditions of Participation (link below) and have an adult who will accept them on your behalf.
No child will be able to take part without an adult agreeing to the T&Cs on their behalf.
REPLACEMENTS / TRANSFERS
While it is too late to apply for a transfer, if your child cannot take part this Saturday, you can still get another child to replace them. Simply forward their parent your confirmation email/ticket and the parent can collect your child's Wristband at the Registration Tent but instead sign & print their own name. Our marshals will be able to help them out if they have any issues on the day.
EXCLUSIVE H&B JUNIOR NECK SCARF
At the Finish Line, all children will receive an exclusive H&B Junior Neck Scarf that they can wear with pride forevermore!
FLAPJACKS BY FLAHAVANS
As well as the above Neck Scarf, our friends in Flahavans will be giving a complimentary flapjack to each child participating on Saturday. Please note that some of the flavours may contain nuts.
EVENT VILLAGE
Once through registration, you are in the Event Village, where you can grab a coffee, snack or buy H&B Junior merchandise. The Start Line is only a short walk away so you can wait there until your child's starting group or "wave" (sorted by colour) is invited into the Holding Pen at the Start Line, approx. 5 minutes before their allocated start time.
H&B JUNIOR SHOP
Pick up our exclusive new H&B Junior T-Shirt before or after your child's run at the H&B Shop in the Event Village for just €12. Vintage H&B Junior T-Shirts are also available, as well as vintage neck scarfs and lots more!
Please note that the H&B Junior Shop is cash-free so credit card only.
HELL'S KITCHEN FOOD VILLAGE
Located in Hell's Kitchen this Saturday will be the following food vendors - stop off and enjoy some delicious grub while you wait for the little ones to finish the course!
The Divine Foodie
The Little Bean
The Crepe Box
Coffee & Donut
Loaded Fries & Burger
Ice Cream Van
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YOUR CHILD'S HEALTH & SAFETY
Your child's health and safety is an absolute priority for us - and the Order of Malta will be onsite for the day to treat any cuts or bruises that may occur. Please make sure you get any injury treated by the trained First Aid staff in the Order of Malta ambulance close to the Finish Line before you leave the site.
There will be a Refill water station at the Finish Line so make sure your child rehydrates.
We will also have a drone in operation on Saturday to allow us get a quick overview of the site to determine if there are any Health & Safety or Operational issues that need addressing.
Remember that Killruddery is a working farm and we don't want anyone picking up a nasty infection so:
if you notice any open cuts or wounds, get them treated by Order of Malta ASAP;
use the Sanitation Station at the Finish Line;
get everyone to wash their hands thoroughly before eating/drinking; and
wash your child – and their clothes - thoroughly when you get home.
For more information about the potential risks from events located in farms, click here. And, after the event, if your child experiences any of the symptoms detailed for infectious diseases, contact your doctor immediately.
WHAT TO WEAR
There's no need to go buy new clothes for your child - instead we recommend:
Old clothes that can get dirty
A baselayer if it’s cold
Old, securely tied runners that won't come off in the muck (no velcro) - TRIPLE KNOT!
A warm change of clothes (hoodie / tracksuit bottoms) for after the event
AVERAGE TIME TO COMPLETE 4KM COURSE
There are 12 x Start Times on Saturday from 09:20 to 16:05. It should take an average child between 30 and 60 minutes to complete the 4KM course, so please be at the Finish Line to meet your child, as detailed below.
ADULT AT FINISH LINE
When onsite, please familiarise yourself with the Finish Line, which is after the iconic Half Pipe obstacle from Ireland's Fittest Family TV show! You must return to the Finish Line to collect your child when they complete the course.
For security reasons, children are not allowed out of the Finish Line Area without an adult present - so please do not leave your child waiting!
4KM ROUTE / NO SECOND LAP
Our top priority is to ensure that all children have a safe and enjoyable experience, particularly when water obstacles are involved.
With this in mind, and for health and safety reasons, children will not be able to complete a second lap of this course. To make up for this, we have extended the course length from 3KM to 4KM and introduced several exciting new obstacles. Your child will still find the course challenging and physically demanding, ensuring they have a rewarding and fun-filled adventure.
SPECTATOR ROUTE MAP
If you are bringing Supporters, remind them that Killruddery is a working farm and they should dress appropriately for all weather conditions - we recommend wellies & waterproofs just to be sure!
While much of course is not accessible to spectators for Health & Safety reasons, as you can see from the map below, we have a new Spectator Route (marked in purple) that gives you access to almost 50% of the course, including Splash Zone at the Lake, allowing you run alongside your child (if desired - or if you're fit enough!)...simply follow the purple Spectator Route signs.
Please note that the Lake is in the heart of Killruddery and approx. 10 min walk from the Event Village - so, if you go there, you'll need to be quick afterwards if you want to get back and see your child cross the Finish Line!
CLOSING TIMES
The course will shut at 17:15 on Saturday so children in the last wave (Wave 12 @ 16:05) have 70 minutes to complete the course.
Please note that, if your child hasn't made it to certain points by this time, they will be redirected towards the Finish Line via a shortcut. For Health & Safety reasons, any child not finished by 17:15 will be assisted to the Finish Time by a marshal.
The site will then close at 17:45 so please make sure you bring all belongings with you when you leave.
WICKLOW TOURISM
If you're interested in staying overnight before or after HELL & BACK Junior, or if you'd like to explore Wicklow, visit the Wicklow Tourism website for more information about the county that is renowned for its outdoor adventures! Click here to visit Wicklow Tourism.
H&B JUNIOR FAQS
As administration for the event is now closed, we can no longer facilitate transfers or wave changes. If you have any late queries, please check our Frequently Asked Questions as your answer is more than likely there.
See you all on Saturday!
The Alive Outside Team
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