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Volunteer with the
Join the Rat Race event crew and help deliver unforgettable ultramarathons, endurance events and adventure challenges for our #RatRacers. We’re looking for friendly, adaptable and self-sufficient team players who are ready to embrace the adventurous nature of our events and get stuck in wherever needed.
From cheering participants across finish lines and supporting at Pit Stops to helping with event registration and logistics, every role plays a huge part in creating an incredible participant experience. Our events take place in stunning and often remote locations across the UK and beyond, so a sense of adventure is essential. Earn adventure credit to use on any Rat Race event or choose a kit bundle from the Rat Race store instead. You’ll also receive an exclusive Crew Rat Rag and enjoy an unforgettable day as part of the team behind some of the UK’s most inspiring endurance events and adventure challenges.
Personally, i know the difference a volunteer can make. I love to be involved in such epic things even if it's indirectly involved. Returning the love and support doing the wall and thinking the volunteers there were awesome.
I WANT TO VOLUNTEER WITH MY FRIEND IN THE SAME AREA – HOW DO I DO THIS?
When you sign up please detail who you wish to work with in the additional notes section. We will do our best to put you together but please recognise that there may be times when this is not possible.
CAN I EXCHANGE MY EVENT CREDIT FOR STORE CREDIT?
No shifts are only available for event credit.
CAN I COMBINE VOLUNTEER CREDITS?
Yes you can combine £150 credits, please email us on events@ratrace.com with your individual credit codes and we can do this for you.
DO I GET FREE PARKING?
Yes all volunteers get complimentary parking where we operate an event car park.
DO I GET FED?
Not as a rule, due to the remote locations of some of our events it is not feasible. You will need to self-sufficient during your shift. If you are working on a Pit Stop you are welcome to help yourself to some of our tasty snacks during your shift!
DO I GET MULTIPLE CAMPING AND PARKING PASSES IF I DO MULTIPLE SHIFTS?
No. The complimentary parking and camping is allocated to you personally, it cannot be gifted to others. It is a perk of being part of the crew rather than an exchange for a shift.
How can I ask a question?
Please get in touch with our volunteer co-ordinator on staffing@ratrace.com
Why do we ask for a £5 deposit?
Those who sign up to crew become part of our event operation plan and we like to know we can count on people turning up so we can resource accordingly. Experience has shown that a deposit system increases the likelihood of having a full staffing roster come the day and therefore enhancing the quality of the event for all concerned. Please remember, this is NOT a charge and is fully refundable after you have completed your shift or deductible from your entry fee for Reg Crew & Run places.
What is the £50 travel contribution?
We understand that sometimes people would love to volunteer but the cost of getting there is an obstacle, that is why we are offer an additional £50 travel contribution (paid after the event with your £5 refund) per person, per event. We also have a great, friendly Facebook group where we encourage car sharing to minimise your personal expense for joining us on some brilliant adventures as a volunteer.
