What type of car can I buy?
You are open to purchase any type of car you like, providing that the vehicle meets your chosen Class criteria. If we don’t believe you we will ask for proof! Modifications are not restricted.
| CLASS | MAXIMUM ENGINE SIZE | VEHICLE VALUE |
|---|---|---|
| 1LTR & £150 | 1000cc | £150 Max |
| Scumrun Built Not Bought | Any Size | No Limit |
| Scumrun Unlimited | Any Size | £2,000 Upwards |
| Scumrun Original | Any Size | £500 Max |
What should I bring and what should I wear?
Fancy dress and ‘themes’ are strongly encouraged. This is a big part of the event, so we love to see you in fancy dress! There are various prize categories so take a look below for more info on this. In terms of what to bring, you’ll need your own camping kit, sleeping bag etc. We highly recommend sharing tents so that space in your car is not all taken up with kit. While we do normally camp at campsites where food is provided, there are occasions where you’ll be encouraged to eat offsite on your way, or at the campsite so a camping stove is also recommended. Lots of teams travel in convoy so we also recommend a CB radio as this really adds to your experience. We’ll advise what channel we’ll be operating on on the ferry if not before.
If entering Scumrun Unlimited then we suggest you bring a sleeping bag and basic food for your cabin accommodation
What about the ferry? When is it, how do I book etc?
You’ll need to make your own ferry booking, but details on how to do this will be provided to confirmed teams much closer to the event.
When do we leave and when do we get back?
The event kicks off with a launch party on Thursday. We return on Monday evening – this won’t be early so we’d strongly suggest taking the following day off work if you can so you don’t feel obliged to rush home when tired.
Where is the launch party? What happens at the launch party? Do I need to go?
Yes. All teams need to attend the launch party. The location of the launch party is kept a secret until nearer to the time and is an important start to the event. It’s where registration takes place (there’ll be various forms you need to fill in), and you’ll also need to show your fundraising and pledge totals to the charity so we can work out the overall total so far. Fundraising does not need to stop at the launch though. The launch is a great opportunity to meet new and old teams, and there are important briefings that take place as well as entertainment before we leave for Europe to who knows where…
What about the charity? How does this work? Can I raise money for any charity?
Since the event’s inception, we have collectively raised money for ONE nominated children’s charity each year. Each team has a £500 fundraising target, and there are prizes for those who exceed this – and a league table! Collectively this means each year we raise an awesome amount for one, really deserving charity.
You are welcome to raise funds in whatever manner you feel suits you best – either offline, online or a combination. In 2023 we will be raising funds for Happy Days Children’s Charity and their preference is that participating teams set up a Just Giving page. Confirmed entrants will be given guidance on how to go about this. Most teams set up a Just Giving page and do some offline fundraising too; ultimately whichever means is easiest for teams to raise the most, is totally fine by us. The charity will have some supporting material available to support you in raising as much as possible.
I’ve got a friend who wants to join my team last minute? Is this possible?
Yes. To secure a team space two places must be purchased. Additional passengers/drivers can be added right up to, and on, the launch party. We accept payment at the launch party in cash or via credit card.
I’d like to connect with other teams. What’s the best way of doing this?
There are lots of ‘unofficial’ Facebook groups, but follow our main Facebook group and here you can ask questions and post and view photos and videos
What prizes are we competing for?
The overall, prestigious ‘winners’ are the Spirit of Scumrun. There are other awards as follows:
- Spirit of Scumrun: Team who have embodied the event’s objectives and ethos. Got involved, raised money, made an effort on costume and car, and helped others.
- Best modified car: As it says on the tin. Awarded to the car who has been modified/repaired/made over and in doing so has demonstrated a good level of skill.
- Best dressed car: Best in show for cars. Basically best fancy dressed/pimped up car.
- Best dressed Scum: Best dressed team, but not winners of the Spirit award.
- Fundraising awards: Presented to the top fundraising teams.