How far will I be able to run with The Liberty Torch?
The Run of Hope is in high demand, and our goal is to include as many people as physically possible. The shortest distance you will have to carry The Liberty Torch is 250 yards and the maximum distance will be 1 mile. Please make sure you are fit enough to run these distances before you apply to become a V.I.P Liberty Torchbearer.
Will I be able to keep running after I hand The Liberty Torch to the next V.I.P Liberty Torchbearer?
Yes. Those People who are V.I.P Liberty Torchbearers can carry on running with the current V.I.P Liberty Torchbearer to support them.
I use a wheelchair; will I be able to carry The Liberty Torch?
Yes. There are holders available from us (which are included in the V.I.P Liberty Torchbearer entrance fee) to help hold The Liberty Torch while you move forward.
Can we promote our company on our t-shirts and use The Run of Hope as a networking event.
People who are running as part of a company event can proudly display their companies name to advertise. The Run of Hope strongly encourages and promotes health and fitness, entrepreneurship, community support, and charities.
I’m part of a sports team. Can a whole sports team or club run in this event and display the name of the sports team.
Yes. Additional fees may apply for team entries over individual entries.
In the Olympic Torch Relay and the Commonwealth Games Baton Relay torchbearers and baton bearers are selected based on certain criteria. Do I need any qualifications to run?
No. At The Run of Hope inclusivity is extremely important to us and we believe every individual is important, regardless of what they have or haven’t achieved in their lives.
Why is The Run of Hope Liberty Torch The Most Powerful Torch in The World?
Because it is the only Torch in the world that combines The Holy Torch Trinity:
- Freedom
- Liberty
- Love.