Coming Along
Whether its your first time running with us, or returning after a break, this page will keep you updated where we meet, how to get there, and what facilities are available before and after your run.
Where we meet
For our weekly runs, we meet at The ARC in Glasgow Caledonian University.
You will usually see a crowd of people - that’s us! To avoid crowding the entrance, we encourage participants to wait outside The ARC once signed in and ready to run.
If you’re new - welcome! Look out for members of the committee who are often behind the desk to the right hand side of the entrance and wear yellow armbands. The committee members can also introduce you to one of our welcome ambassadors. Feel free to introduce yourself to any other members, we’re a friendly bunch!
Getting There
The Arc is easily accessible by public transport and a short walk away from the following bus/train/subway stations:
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Buchanan bus station - Across the street from the Cowcaddens road Taxi rank
Buchanan Street Subway Station - 5/10 minute walk
Glasgow Central - 15/20 minute walk
Glasgow Queen Street - 10/10 minute walk
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Cycling facilities are available at the entrance to The ARC.
There are also numerous locations to pick up or drop off one of the cities Voi Bikes. -
There are usually parking spaces nearby on St Mungo’s Ave or Milton St.
On weekdays, parking on the street is free after 6pm.
On Sundays it may be cheaper to park on the street than use the nearby multi-story car parks. Please check before you pay. You can use the “RingGo” app to pay and extend your stay if needed.
If you can’t get a space there are nearby car parks including Concert Square or Buchanan Galleries.
Signing in
You’ve arrived and its now time to sign in. The process may be slightly different depending on your circumstances. please select the appropriate drop-down to learn more.
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Please scan the QR code with the red background to check in. This will direct you to a Google Form which needs to be completed before the run.
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Please complete the run4free membership form prior to arrival or before the first run. Please report to the desk with the committee members to be checked in
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Welcome! Please report to the small desk to the left hand side of the entrance to be checked in.
Facilities
Once you’ve signed in its time to get ready for the run. This section covers what you need to bring along to make sure you have a great run. Members can get an idea of the space through AccessAble
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Pay £1 at The ARC main reception or, pay £5 for a 1 month shower membership.
Please bring a padlock for the lockers in the hallway. Do not use the small grey lockers as these are rented out.
Bring a towel and shower products as these are not provided.
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The changing rooms all available are:
Female Changing room
Communal changing area with pegs, benches, mirrors and free hairdryers.
Private and communal showers.
toilet cubicles with free period products..
Male changing room:
Communal changing area with pegs, benches, mirrors and free hairdryers.
Private and communal showers.
Toilet facilities (within changing room). No period products are provided in the mens toilets.
Two accessible changing rooms
Gener neutral (while not ideal rooms, they are suitable for non-binary people).
Private area to get changed
Private shower
Private toilet with free period products
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If you only want to use the toilets, its free. Just ask the staff at the ARC reception and they will let you through. Please refer to ‘changing room facilities’ for further information.