Colour run to raise funds for Shropshire charity

The first Shropshire Colour Run in aid of Severn Hospice has already seen almost 200 supporters signed up for the event within the first 48 hours of registration opening.

Telford Town Park will be transformed into a kaleidoscope of colour on June 12 when hundreds of runners and walkers take part in the 5km run to aid the fund.

What makes the event unique is that each person taking part will be given a white T-shirt to wear on the day and as they make their way round the course, marshals will be placed at points along the route to shower the participants with as much colour as possible.

Elodie Home, fundraising events manager at Severn Hospice, said: "We are absolutely delighted to announce this brand new event for 2016.

"Several of our supporters have asked if we can organise an event like this, as it's a bit different to anything we've done before.

"The fact we have had so many people sign up for the Shropshire Colour Run in the first few days of registration opening is really fantastic – people are really looking forward to this event.

"We want the Shropshire Colour Run to be about having fun with your family and friends. It's not about how quickly you can complete the course, we want everyone to really enjoy themselves.

"The event is open to people of all ages and abilities. You can run, walk or even hop your way round. It's all about having fun while raising money.

"The money raised will enable Severn Hospice to continue providing care to local people living with incurable illnesses."

For more information, or to register online for the Shropshire Colour Run, visit here.

Alternatively, call the fundraising team on (01952) 221351 or e-mail events@severnhospice.org.uk

Registration costs £15 per adult, £35 for a family of four (two adults and two children), £5 per additional child aged six to 15 years old and children aged five or under can take part free of charge.