People are being invited to step into spring by signing up for Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life in Harrogate.
The charity’s much-loved events, which raise funds for life-saving research, are returning to Harrogate.
Anyone who joins before Sunday 6th April can claim 30 per cent off the entry fee as part of a special sale by using the code 30SPRING.
Money raised at Race for Life enables scientists to find new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer – to bring about a world where everybody lives longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer.
The Race for Life events will take place on the Stray on Knaresborough Road and are open to all ages and abilities.
On Sunday 20th July, there is a chance to take part in 3k, 5k and 10k events.
Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life, in partnership with headline sponsor Standard Life, part of Phoenix Group, raises millions of pounds every year across the UK to help beat cancer by funding crucial research.
Annabel Underwood, Cancer Research UK’s spokesperson in Harrogate, said:
“No matter how cancer affects us, life is worth racing for.
“Sadly nearly 1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our lifetime* but all of us can support the research that will beat it. We’re proud that Race for Life has had such a positive impact.
"Every pound raised supports our life-saving work, which has helped double cancer survival in the UK over the last 50 years.
"We’d love for as many people as possible across Harrogate and Yorkshire to join us at Race for Life. There is an event for everyone and we mean everyone."
She added:
"Our events are strictly non-competitive which means everyone can have a go- and love every minute.
"There’s no pressure to finish in a certain time, just give it what you can. Lace up and join in.
“Spring is an ideal time to commit to getting more active as the days get a little warmer.
"Whether people are living with cancer, taking part in honour of or in memory of a loved one with cancer, in it for the medals or just for the fun of fundraising, there is a place for everyone.”
Since it began in 1994, more than 10 million people have taken part in Race for Life, contributing millions of pounds towards life-saving research.
Cancer Research UK funded scientists led the development of the Human Papillomavirus Virus vaccine, which is expected to prevent almost 90 per cent of cervical cancers in the UK.
The charity were a key player in the development of radiotherapy which now benefits millions of cancer patients worldwide.
Cancer Research UK played a leading role in the development of abiraterone - a drug that gives men with advanced prostate cancer more time with their friends and family.
Andy Curran, Chief Executive of Standard Life, part of Phoenix Group, said:
“We are incredibly proud to continue as headline sponsor for Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life, with the opportunity to encourage participation across the country.
“By working to raise funds for life-saving research, we can move towards a future where people live longer and better lives, free from the fear of cancer.”
To enter, visit raceforlife.org
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