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Eager runners sought ahead of Bristol half marathon

By Asa Schuman  Friday Jul 21, 2017

On Sunday September 17, runners will take to Bristol’s streets for a half-marathon that takes in sights such as the Harbourside and Clifton Suspension Bridge.

For Bristol-based cancer support charity Penny Brohn, the Bristol half is their flagship local race, and a vital part of their fundraising efforts throughout the year.

Spaces are still available to run for the charity this year – whether you are still deciding whether to take part, or even if you’ve already entered the race but aren’t running for a charity.

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“We want to create a sea of purple, whether that is runners or, if running isn’t your thing, at our famed cheer point,” says Emma Smith, head of community and challenge events at Penny Brohn.

“We’ll really make you feel part of Team Penny Brohn, and the more runners involved, the more people we can help locally and across the UK.”

The Penny Brohn team showing their enthusiasm

Penny Brohn are the UK’s leading holistic cancer charity and have been working with cancer patients for 36 years. As well as caring for patients and offering counselling sessions to support people facing cancer and their loved ones, they aim to educate people about the lifestyle choices that cause 70-90% of all cancers.

Signing up to run the SimplyHealth Great Bristol Half Marathon with Penny Brohn will give you access to fundraising support, training tips and materials as well as a free professional, personalised running vest.

For further information, email emma.smith@pennybrohn.org.uk.

 

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