A Halloween race for hospice care is set to take place near Worcester this October.
St Richard’s Hospice is holding a Spooky Sprint fundraiser at Norton Parish Hall on Sunday, October 27.
Open to families, groups, and runners of all abilities, participants can choose between a 5K or 10K professionally-timed route.
Sofia Gunster, Events and Community Fundraising Lead at St Richard’s, said: “We can’t wait to see everyone in their most ghoulish get-up ready to run for hospice care.
“Everyone who completes the race will be rewarded with a medal and well-deserved Halloween treat.
“Not only will it be a fun way to celebrate Halloween in style, this event raises vital funds for our care as runners gain sponsorship from their friends and families for their efforts. We hope to see you there!”
The route starts at Norton Parish Hall and takes runners on a road-race through the village and surrounding area. There will be prizes for the race winners and the creepiest running outfit.
Brian Simpson, Operations Director at event sponsor Marshalls Transport (Evesham) Ltd, said: “Marshalls Transport (Evesham) Ltd are honoured to be sponsors of this spectacular Spooky Sprint charity event. We wish all those participating a scream of a time!”
To book tickets visit www.strichards.org.uk/event/spooky-sprint or call the hospice’s Fundraising Team on 01905 958262.
Spooky Sprint is supported by Pulse Events and ARF Highway Services.
St Richard’s Hospice is an independent charity offering free, expert care for adults with an illness that cannot be cured, and support for their loved ones and carers.
Each year the hospice team supports more than 3,100 patients, family members and bereaved people in Worcestershire.
It will cost in the region of £12m to run the hospice this year, which includes patient care and all the necessary support services.
St Richard’s relies on voluntary support, including from donations, gifts in Wills, retail and events for the majority of its income with the remainder funded by the NHS.
For more information about St Richard’s Hospice visit www.strichards.org.uk.
