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  • Where are you seeing the list of which ones weren't approved?

    Not really a fan of parkrun, like running on my own, but would like to see it back for all the people who enjoy it, and it's great for keeping the local cafes going.

    Edit found it, not on the approved list. Question asked.

  • Thanks for the links.

    My local one is ok (Wimbledon Common) but the other nearest one (Fulham Palace) isn't - different local councils.

    But given both get 500+ people in the summer then just one running would mean it would get swamped.

    Both courses have bottlenecks/pinch-points that mean too many runners leads to certain groups (usually the 22-30 minute bulge) end up having to drop to a walk in places, which some really can't handle (despite being told it's not a race and that the park is for everyone including people who aren't doing parkrun).

    Personally I think moving it past the June 21st "End of social distancing" date is probably better in PR terms anyway. Assuming that date doesn't get moved out (which I think there's a good chance it may do).

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