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Daily Record
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Family fun zone confirmed for North Lanarkshire Half Marathon
While participants are pounding the pavement, families can enjoy a wide array of free activities designed to entertain and engage. From soft play areas and bouncy castles to lively games and interactive activities. North Lanarkshire is gearing up for an exciting day of community celebration and athletic achievement as the inaugural North Lanarkshire Half Marathon. The event takes place on Sunday, August 24, at Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility. To ensure this event is a fun-filled day for all ages, a vibrant family fun zone will be set up to provide entertainment for children and families alike, making it a perfect day out for the whole community. While participants are pounding the pavement, families can enjoy a wide array of free activities designed to entertain and engage. From soft play areas and bouncy castles to lively games and interactive activities. North Lanarkshire Provost Kenneth Duffy expressed his enthusiasm for the event. He said: 'I am delighted to see the launch of the Family Fun Zone as part of the North Lanarkshire Half Marathon weekend. It's a wonderful opportunity for families to come together and enjoy a day of fun and activity at Ravenscraig. 'I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to our sponsors, Albert Bartlett, whose support has been instrumental in making this event possible. We look forward to welcoming families from across the region to enjoy what promises to be a fantastic day.' The Family Fun Zone is free to attend, and visitors can secure their tickets in advance by visiting The zone will be open throughout the event, providing a safe and welcoming environment for children to play, explore, and connect with others. Local businesses and community groups are also coming together to support the event, offering food stalls, music, and entertainment to enhance the festive environment. The event is expected to draw visitors from across the region and beyond. It offers something for everyone - from seasoned runners to first-timers - with a friendly community vibe and exciting race options. There are distances to suit all abilities with the route literally running through the heart of North Lanarkshire. Alongside the North Lanarkshire Half-Marathon, the event will feature a 5K, 1K, 400m and a Toddler Dash, making it a truly inclusive experience for the whole community. Councillor Geraldine Woods, convener of communities, welcomed the new event, saying: 'This is a fantastic addition to North Lanarkshire's sporting calendar. 'We want to encourage people of all abilities to get involved, whether they're experienced runners or just looking for a fun way to be active. 'The mix of race options and family activities makes this a brilliant event for the whole community.' Runners can still enter the half marathon by logging onto *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here. And did you know Lanarkshire Live had its own app? Download yours for free here.
Daily Record
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Daily Record
Early bird tickets are now available for first North Lanarkshire Half Marathon
Early bird tickets are now available for keen runners wanting to take part in the first North Lanarkshire Half Marathon. Lace up and join hundreds of other runners on Sunday, August 24, for an unforgettable race day at Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility, proudly sponsored by Albert Bartlett. This brand-new event offers something for everyone – from seasoned runners to first-timers – with a friendly community vibe and exciting race options. There are distances to suit all abilities with the route literally running through the heart of North Lanarkshire. Alongside the North Lanarkshire Half-Marathon, the event will feature a 5K, 1K, 400m and a Toddler Dash, making it a truly inclusive experience for the whole community. Families attending can also enjoy a range of free activities, including soft play, bouncy castles, and fun games. Councillor Geraldine Woods, convener of communities, welcomed the new event, saying: 'This is a fantastic addition to North Lanarkshire's sporting calendar. 'We want to encourage people of all abilities to get involved, whether they're experienced runners or just looking for a fun way to be active. 'The mix of race options and family activities makes this a brilliant event for the whole community.' The early bird price of £29.99 is available for a limited time by logging onto *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here . And did you know Lanarkshire Live had its own app? Download yours for free here .
