The South East Run For Life returns for 2016 on this Sunday, October 9th.
We are calling on 2,500 people to take up the challenge this year and raise funds for the Solas Cancer Support Centre. That's one participant for every one person diagnosed with cancer in the South East this year.
After its success last year, the five-mile family friendly Walk is back especially for walkers and families. We'll also have the 'classic' ten-mile route for those that aspire to the challenge. The funds raised last year meant the introduction of new services including art therapy, music therapy, crochet and lymphoedema information sessions.
The success of last year's event also saw extended opening hours being introduced at the Solas Cancer Support Centre and this September, a new support service will be opening in Dungarvan. This year's event is once again proudly supported by Beat 102-103 and Datapac.
What do I need to know?
EVENT DETAILS
The event starts at 12.30pm on the Quay in Waterford and finishes in the People's Park. You should be in position at George's Street, assembly is from 12 noon. See the route map below.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
All we can ask is that in the true spirit of the event - being mindful of the important and necessary work the Solas Cancer Support Centre does - please do your best to raise what you can. All monies raised will enable the Centre to continue to provide ongoing free support services to people affected by cancer, their family members and carers throughout the South East.
10 mile road race - Participants should be over 16. Children 12-15 will need to be accompanied on the route by an adult.
5 mile family walk - Children under 12 will need to be accompanied by an adult. We recommend that families with children complete the family walk.
REGISTRATION
Please bring your sponsorship card with sponsorship monies, postal order or bankdraft (preferable) to the Solas Cancer Support Centre where you will receive your registration pack containing race number, running t-shirt, etc. Registration times are Thursday October 6th and Friday October 7th from 10am until 7pm; and on Saturday October 8th from 10am until 5pm. If you cannot attend the centre during these times, please contact them on [email protected] or 051-304604 to make alternative arrangements. Please note - there will be no registration on race day.
FUN FOR LIFE
As ever, we'll be throwing a massive party in the People's Park to welcome back the runners, joggers and walkers. Please come along and bring the family for a fun afternoon!
For up-to-date information on the event, stay tuned to Beat 102-103 and visit solascentre.ie
