Popular Tarrant village race returns with 40th anniversary special
The Tarrant Valley 10 (TV10) is set to take place in the scenic village of Tarrant Monkton, with the Langton Arms pub gearing up to host the runners and spectators.
The race is scheduled for Sunday, June 1, at 10.30am, and will be followed by a one-mile children's race.
Runners can pre-book online at TarrantValley10.org to save at least £5 compared to the on-the-day price.
(Image: Tarrant Valley 10) Every participant in the adult 10km race and the children's race will receive a special 40th Anniversary commemorative medal.
Additional prize categories have also been introduced, which include the first male over 70, first female over 65 and first male and female under 20.
The event promises a fun-filled morning for everyone, with a BBQ, ice-creams, teas, coffees and a raffle.
Rogue Racer will provide chip timing for both the adult and children's races through the picturesque Cranborne Chase countryside.
(Image: Tarrant Valley 10) Online printable certificates will be available for all runners, and photographs will be taken throughout the event.
The Langton Arms, a village pub owned by local farmers James and Barbara Cossins, will be supporting the event.
The Cossins' "Love Local, Trust Local" initiative promotes quality for Dorset suppliers and businesses.
The pub offers a locally sourced menu and a variety of drinks.
(Image: Tarrant Valley 10)
Proceeds from the non-profit village event will go to the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance charity and Horatio's Garden.
The air ambulance service, funded by donations, completed nearly 3,000 missions last year.
Horatio's Garden provides garden sanctuaries for spinal injury patients, offering them respite.
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