A band of brothers from Preston are embarking on an ambitious running challenge in the Highlands of Scotland to help make a better life for children in Africa. Despite never having run long-distance before, the Coxheads – John (26), Edward (24), Mark (20) and David (18) – will take on the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon on September 27, alongside fiancé Laura Bocking (24) and … [Read more...] about Preston Brothers Head to Loch Ness for Marathon Fundraising Effort
Fundraising
Marlay Park 5k Run in aid of Denise Ryan Lyme Disease Fund 19th September
A fundraising 5k run takes place in Marlay Park on Saturday, 19th September in aid of the Denise Ryan Lyme Disease Fund. The run takes place at 9.30am! Entry fee for the race is €20, or/and sponsorship is also available. Your help would be appreciated by Denise Ryan, she is suffering from late stage Lyme disease and really needs our help to raise money for critical … [Read more...] about Marlay Park 5k Run in aid of Denise Ryan Lyme Disease Fund 19th September
Water Babies Raise €16,000 for Children’s Charities
Water Babies, Ireland’s leading baby and toddler swim school are very proud to announce that their little swimmers from across the country, who took part in Water Babies Splashathon 2015, have raised €16,000 for four children’s charities - The Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation, the Children’s Unit in Cork University Hospital, Hand in Hand in Galway and Kilkenny’s Down … [Read more...] about Water Babies Raise €16,000 for Children’s Charities
Rathcormac Mud Challenge 13th September 2015
The Rathcormac Mud Challenge is on 13th September it is a 5k route with both man-made and natural obstacles which is suitable for all levels of fitness. Funds raised are in aid of the Sinead Shines In spite of Lyme Appeal (http://www.sineadshines.org). Registration is available online athttp://rathcormacmudchallenge.com/index.php/registration. Money raised at the event will … [Read more...] about Rathcormac Mud Challenge 13th September 2015
Galway charity calls for runners to get ‘On The Road Again’ for Family Fun Run
Galway based charity ‘On The Road Again’ (OTRA) is seeking participants for its inaugural 5k Fun Run & Walk. People of all levels of fitness are being encouraged to participate in the family friendly fun day out. The event will take place on Sunday, May 31st 2015, beginning from the Claddagh Hall at 11.00am. OTRA welcomes individuals from all walks of life. The program … [Read more...] about Galway charity calls for runners to get ‘On The Road Again’ for Family Fun Run