Rainbow Run returns to Cornwall for 11th year
A popular charity fun run is set to return this summer.
Taking place at RAF St Mawgan, Newquay, the Rainbow Run Cornwall on June 21 is in aid of Children's Hospice South West (CHSW).
The event, now in its 11th year, has collaborated with Penryn-based business Kernow Coatings, which is the new main sponsor.
Participants aged five and over can join the 5km run, walking or running through eight different paint stations.
Last year, the event saw more than 1,500 participants raise a record-breaking £114,000 for CHSW's Little Harbour children's hospice in St Austell.
CHSW event fundraiser Kiley Pearce said: "It is incredible that Rainbow Run is still attracting so many participants of all ages after 11 years.
"Alongside families making memories with their children, we see fitness groups and clubs taking part together, businesses using the day as a team-builder, and friends using it as an opportunity for a fun day out.
"What is so special is that the event continues to grow in terms of the sponsorship raised, which is down to the dedication and commitment of those taking part, who understand that by participating, they're supporting their local children's hospice.
"We thank RAF St Mawgan for allowing us to return each year to use the venue as the home of Rainbow Run."
Tickets are now on sale, with a 30 per cent early-bird discount for a limited time.
Participants are encouraged to raise £25 in sponsorship individually, or £70 as a family, and every finisher will receive a Rainbow Run medal.
Super-duper early-bird tickets are £14 for adults and £7 for children and are available until April 2.
Little Harbour supports more than 130 families from across Cornwall and Plymouth through day visits, resilience stays at the hospice, home visits, and virtual support.
It costs around £3 million a year to run Little Harbour, which relies almost entirely on voluntary donations.
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