Charity builds on colour run success with three events to take place on the same day
Whether it’s a walk in the spring sunshine, dance through rainbows, or a fast-paced run – a local cancer charity is giving everyone the chance to be part of something special this year with the introduction of ColourFest.
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The event builds on the success of previous years when Lingen Davies Cancer Fund held 5km colour runs in Shrewsbury and Telford – which raised more £100,000 to date in support of the charity's work in the wider community.
This year not one, not two, but three events will take place on the same day – spanning the charity’s large geographical patch across Shropshire and Mid Wales.
Thousands of people have so far taken on the challenge to raise funds for the organisation which last year marked its 45th anniversary.
On Saturday, May 17, supporters and fundraisers can choose to complete a course at either Sansaw Estate in Hadnall, Apley Farm Shop near Shifnal, or Meadow Springs Country and Leisure Park in Caersws.
Fun, riotous rainbows, and lots of colour are guaranteed at all three.
Naomi Atkin, CEO of Lingen Davies, said ColourFest will be the largest event in the charity’s history and everyone was looking forward to creating a memorable event for the Lingen Davies community.
She said: “Our colour runs have proved overwhelmingly popular, and we have always had good crowds supporting us in Hadnall and Mid Wales. Last year we introduced the event for our Telford supporters, and we had such positive feedback we decided to do it all again - but this time make it even bigger and better.
“We have set big goals for our fundraising this year and ColourFest will really kick off our summer programme of events in style. I hope as many people can join us as possible, bring along your friends, family and colleagues and be part of something special."
Each location will have its own event HQ where participants will be able to warm up to live entertainment, embrace the colour with a face glitter station, and refuel with lots of post run treats and refreshments.
A number of regional businesses have already pledged their support, including Paveways, Pipekit, Dyke Yaxley and Evabuild.
Participants must pre-register to take part in the run through the charity’s website www.lingendavies.co.uk/events and the entry fee includes a T-shirt, sunglasses, and a unique finisher’s medal.
The Lingen Davies Cancer Fund works to enhance cancer services for local people and delivers a wider range of therapy and support to those impacted by cancer in the community.
Last year the charity spent almost £1 million on equipment, projects and services to benefit local cancer patients and those living with cancer and beyond in the wider community.
