Shropshire Star

Giant gorillas to guide runners at Oswestry Half Marathon - with video

Giant metal gorillas will guide runners around a course in Shropshire.

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Sculptures from the British Ironwork Centre will be used in the Oswestry Half Marathon, acting as mile markers for around 1,000 runners.

Gorilla medals will also be given to those completing the course on Sunday.

Organiser Joe Williams said: "The effort and funding being put into this day is unprecedented.

"There's so many extras, especially with the financial support of the Ironwork Centre."

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