Volunteer FAQs
Thinking of volunteering?
Check out the frequently asked questions below:
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You can check out all the volunteer roles and a brief description with shift times on our main page here
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🎁 Volunteer Rewards
We’re so grateful for your time and energy—and we want to give something back!
All volunteers are offered a free place in a 2026 Motiv Sports running event. Just select this your preferred event on your registration form.
Registering as part of a group? There’s also the option of a £40 donation per volunteer to your group or organisation.
Whether you’re volunteering solo or with your crew, we’ve got you covered. 🙌
Motiv Sports events can be seen here.
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✅ What Happens After You Register?
Once you register, you'll receive a confirmation email with details of your specific role and timings.
The Volunteer Team will then be in touch around 2–3 weeks before the event with
A Volunteer Manual
A Role-Specific Briefing Document
You'll also be invited to join an online briefing for all volunteers on Wednesday, 8th July, where we’ll run through the final details and give you the chance to ask any questions you may have.
If you have any urgent questions in the meantime, feel free to email us at:
📩 volunteers@motivsports.co.ukWe’re here to help and excited to have you on the team!
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For most of our volunteer roles, there is no need for any specific skills or experience. If there is a requirement it will be highlighted in the particular role - the list can be found here (link to ROLES page).
However, please add any skills you think might be relevant to your registration form and we can allocate you a role most suitable to your skills.
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We want all volunteers to feel fully informed and confident in their roles on event day.
Event manuals and role-specific briefing documents will be sent out 2–3 weeks ahead of the event, giving you plenty of time to read up.
A short online briefing will follow a few days before the event, designed to answer common questions and prepare you for the day.
When you arrive on-site, you’ll be welcomed by your Team Leader or Supervisor, who will give you a detailed briefing and make sure you’re clear on what’s required.
They’ll also be your main contact for:
Volunteer breaks
General wellbeing
Any questions or concerns throughout the day
If anything comes up, please don’t hesitate to speak to your Supervisor or a member of the Volunteer Team—we’re here to support you!
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We do not have any parking available for staff or volunteers. we strongly advise you use public transport to get to the event.
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You will need to plan your travel and make sure that you are able to arrive in time for the role you have signed up for.
Most volunteer shifts start at around 7 am but you must bear in mind that some road closures will be in place and this may affect your travel plans.
We strongly advise you to use public transport - there is no parking for staff or volunteers onsite and there are many road closures in place. Not to mention thousands of runners on the move!
Your best plan is to check the TFL website here and plan accordingly. If you think you are going to be unable to arrive on time - please let the volunteer team know on volunteers@motivsports.co.uk so they are aware.
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Volunteer Groups Wanted!
Are you part of a running group, or do you lead a youth club? We’re offering a great fundraising opportunity for groups like yours!
We have several dedicated roles we offer to Volunteer Groups - Aid Stations, Bag Drop and Box Crossings are available this year to volunteer groups.
Join us for a fun, rewarding experience while raising funds for your organisation.
If your group is interested, get in touch today!
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You will be provided with a Motiv Sports volunteer bib to identify you.
Remember it is an outside event and the weather can be changeable!
Please wear dark trousers/leggings/shorts and comfortable, ideally non-branded, closed-toe shoes or trainers.
Additional information will be provided withing the event manual prior to the event.
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You must make sure that your attendance is noted on the day - make sure your team leader checks you in.
At the end of our events season, all volunteers will be sent an invitation to register for their chosen event.
** You are able to change your choice of free event- just log into your account on LDT or email us at volunteers@motivsports.co.uk
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All volunteers are entitled to claim up to £15 per day of volunteering. A form will be sent with the volunteer manual before the event.