In pictures: Over 1,000 turn out for Telford's Race for Life

The race attracted more than 1,200 women dressed in all shades of pink and all of whom had one thing in common, to 'Kick Cancer's Butt'.

With some pushing pushchairs and others with dogs, the race got underway at 11am.

The runners led the crowd followed by the joggers and walkers.

A 10k race was held at 1pm. Messages on the backs of the runner's t-shirts carried slogans such as : 'Doing it for Grandad', 'My mum who was so brave and who I still miss', 'The fighters, their friends and families' and 'For my mum, keep fighting it'.

Danny Farrington, area event manager with Cancer Research UK said: "It was absolutely fantastic. It was a shame the weather changed just after the runners set off but they all had a great day and at least there was a sunny start while they all were waiting for the race to get underway.

"We had just over 1,200 ladies of all shapes and sizes taking part and they have raised a good amount of money in sponsorship. If it all comes in we will have raised £100,000 just from this race alone.

"The next event we have planned in this region is on June 15 in Shrewsbury. The difference being it is a night-time event which will allow those who can't commit to a weekend event being able to take part in the race which is being held in the Quarry.

"I have to say a big thank you to all the volunteers who have helped to make the race such a success. We have had 40 at this event and it is down to them, the Ambulance staff and to the ladies who have taken part that we will be able to beat cancer sooner. Every year, 53,000 people in the West Midlands hear the words 'You have cancer'. This is something we want to stop.

Prior to the race starting, entrants took part in a warm up led by Alisha: The Fitness Princess who put them through their paces with a Zumba routine.

Sarah Jones, 26, a shop worker from Lawley said: "There was a great atmosphere and everyone couldn't wait for the race to begin. We have all been working hard to raise as much money as we can in sponsorship and have been training hard for the race. I have been looking forward to it for weeks. If we can all do something to help cure cancer sooner, then we will have achieved something. Everyone has been affected by cancer, either by knowing someone with it or having been touched by it personally. Doing whatever we can will help."

For those not taking part, mainly husbands and small children waiting for their wives to finish the race, there were bouncy castles and food stands which added to the family atmosphere.