St Philip's with St James' Dorridge Fun Run

 

Following on from the huge popularity of last year's event when over 700 people took part, the event is once again staged to take place on Saturday 7th June.

 

Open to all, there is a choice of 3 or 8 mile distances through beautiful Warwickshire countryside where you can run, walk or cycle. In fact, any from of non motorised transport is allowed and actively encouraged. This is an event that can be enjoyed by absolutely everyone from serious runners and occasional joggers to children, whole families, babies in pushchairs, senior citizens and even pets.

 

What's more, participants and their supporters can relax immediately afterwards at the Dorridge Summer Fair in the extensive grounds at St Philip's Church Centre in Manor Road. In an atmosphere set by a live jazz band there will be a barbeque, plenty of refreshments including a bar, plus a large range of stalls, bouncy castle and children's games.

 

Started at St Philip's Church Centre by Malcolm Stent at 10:15 (cycles and walkers) and 10:30 (runners) the route follows a figure of 8 shaped course through Darley Green, Packwood, Chessetts Wood and Bakers Lane finishing up again at St Philip's.

 

The event is under overall supervision of Marshals and a Race Director, key roads will be closed, with occasional drinks stations and a full St John's Ambulance support.

 

There is ample parking (large signposted car park within walking distance) and the start is easily accessed by public transport (Dorridge railway station is merely 400 yards distant). Men's and women's changing facilities are available.

 

All participants must register and pay entry fees beforehand. It may be possible to enter on the day (10:00am deadline) but that is subject to availability and it is cheaper and highly recommended to register well in advance.

 

All funds raised will be shared equally between Edward's Trust and Cancer Research UK. If you would like to raise additional money for these two charities, please use the personal sponsorship forms which will be forwarded to you.

 

For more information please contact:

 

Dorridge Fun Run, Parish Office, Manor Road, Dorridge B93 8DX