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MBNA Chester Marathon 2011

July 17th, 2010

At MBNA Chester Marathon we aim to put the runner first by organising a world class event. Our race will start and finish at Chester Racecourse which will provide a spectacular backdrop with outstanding facilities for both runners and spectators.

Date & time: Sunday, 9 October 2011
Venue: Chester Rugby Club, Littleton, Chester, Cheshire, UK

The route will be on closed roads with only 182m of climb, covering 17 miles in England and 9 miles in Wales. You will enjoy a great atmosphere in the city before heading out to the Cheshire and North Wales villages, returning along the banks of the River Dee for a grandstand finish at the Racecourse.

Drinks stations will be at every 2.5 to 3 miles, with bottled water and sports drinks. There will be chip timing with halfway splits. All finishers will receive a quality goody bag, as well as a technical T-shirt and a bespoke medal.

Royal Parks Foundation Half Marathon

July 15th, 2010

The Royal Parks Foundation Half Marathon is by far the most beautiful half marathon to take place in London. As one of the most enjoyable and memorable events in the running calendar, it is definitely not to be missed!

Starting and finishing at the heart of Hyde Park, the race takes a scenic route past Green Park, St James’s Park, the Victoria Embankment and Kensington Gardens. Runners and spectators will enjoy magnificent views of Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and much more.

Once again, there will be a fantastic variety of activities going on in and around the event area for all the family. As in previous years, the event will be as environmentally friendly as possible to celebrate the amazing wildlife and heritage of the Royal Parks.

This is an amazing opportunity to take part in a great challenge and see the sights all in one day. Run as part of the St Mungo’s team and help make a difference to the lives of homeless people.

For more information on the event visit royalparkshalf.com or visit mungos.org to run as part of the team

Keep Your Eye on the Ball Run for Men

June 30th, 2010

Everyman calls on supporters to join run

Everyman is calling on football supporters to get involved in a charity run to raise funds for one of the UK’s leading men’s cancer campaigns.

Everyman, which aims to raise awareness about prostate and testicular cancer, has joined forces with the FA and the PFA to host a series of football themed runs and help raise vital funds for research into these illnesses.

Following the success of the Keep Your Eye on the Ball Run in London, Everyman is offering football fans in the Sheffield area the opportunity to take part in either;

  • 5km (Start – 10am)
  • 10km (Start – 10.10am)

run around Rother Valley Country Park on Sunday 18 July 2010.

Click here to go straight to the registration page.

Last year more than 350 runners completed the London course and helped raise over £40,000 and this year Everyman hopes to do the same in Sheffield with the help of football fans.

All funds raised from the event go directly into Everyman’s vital cancer research some of which is carried out at the Everyman centre; Europe’s first research centre dedicated to understanding prostate and testicular cancer, developing improved treatments and, ultimately, finding cures.

Hull City goal and testicular cancer survivor, Matt Duke, has been involved in the run since it started. He said: “Taking part in the Keep Your Eye on the Ball run over the past few years has been a really fantastic experience.

“It gives lads a chance to get together and do something fun, while at the same time supporting a great cause. Testicular cancer is obviously an issue close to my heart so you can bet I will be at the first run in Sheffield!”

Registration for the 2010 runs is now open. Click here to go straight to the registration page.

Matt Duke (Hull City Goalkeeper) & Neil Harris (Millwall FC Striker [C])

Lets run for freedom…

June 19th, 2010

Event: Run, Jog or Walk
Distance: 5 km
When: Sunday 15 August 2010
Where: Old Deer Park, Richmond, London TW9 2AZ
Start Time: 9.30 (please arrive 15 mins before the start time)
Registration Fee: £13, & £15 after 25 July 2010
Early Registration Date: 25 July 2010

On India’s independence day, join us to remember those who fought for our freedom, the heroes who are somewhere lost in our history books and many who were not known. Lets celebrate the spirit of freedom, and the responsibility we share towards those whose freedom is still to be fought for.

The aim of the event is to raise funds to support ActionAid and their priority project in India: a safe haven for street children. This project is working towards helping children to stay off the streets and home them in safe ‘drop-in’ shelters, where they can get warm food, counseling, education, training and the chance to return home.

The Mad Dash – 10k or toddle for our premature babies

June 16th, 2010

Sunday 18th July 2010 is your opportunity to take part in our off-road 10k or 2k fun run at the University of Bath – The Mad Dash. Also on offer is a 200m toddle geared up for our littlest athletes aged five and under. Hundreds of mums, dads, sisters and brothers, grannies and grandpa’s are already signed up to take part and are busy fundraising for the NICU ‘space to grow’ Campaign. Places are still available, but sign up quickly to not miss out on your chance to take part.

  • 10k fun run – kicking off at 9.30am for anyone aged 15 plus
  • 2k fun run – starting at 9.35am shortly after the 10k and is open to all ages and abilities
  • 200m toddle – starting at 11am for those aged 5 and under

For the most up-to-date event information and to download your entry forms, visit www.foreverfriendsappeal.co.uk or call 01225 821535.