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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 .
Yahoo
23-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
New half marathon event set to take place in Motherwell
A new running event is set to take place in Motherwell this August. North Lanarkshire Council has announced that a half marathon will be held on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility. The event is part of the council's programme of running events, which aim to encourage people of all ages and abilities to get active. Read more: Free food festival returning to Loch Lomond - everything you need to know The North Lanarkshire Half Marathon will also feature a 5K, 1K, 400m, and a Toddler Dash. Families attending can also enjoy a range of free activities, including soft play, bouncy castles, and fun games. Councillor Geraldine Woods, convener of communities, said: "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." Registration is now open, with information available on the website: The event is sponsored by Albert Bartlett. John Hicks, brand and marketing director at Albert Bartlett, said: "We're delighted to sponsor the 2025 North Lanarkshire Half Marathon. "It's a great event for the local community and visitors alike. "A healthy lifestyle is something we're passionate about, and we love that this event includes races for all ages – from the half marathon to the Toddler Dash. "Good luck to everyone taking part – we'll see you on 24 August."
