There are a wealth of running events around the UK and abroad. Many events, like the London Marathon and the Great North and Great South Runs also include wheelchair races.
London Marathon - Sunday 25 April 2010
If you are lucky enough to get a place to run the 2010 London Marathon don't forget to support the JST . E-mail fundraising at: fundraising@jst.org.uk to find out how you could help.
BUPA Great North Run - Sunday 19th September 2010
The world's most popular half marathon! Participants run between Newcastle upon Tyne and South Shields in England. For the first year it was advertised as a local fun run; twenty years on it has become one of the biggest running events in the world. In the UK only the London Marathon and British 10K attract similar numbers of athletes each year.
For more information on the BUPA Great North Run & to receive an email “reminder” when places for the 2010 race are available, visit their website: www.greatrun.org
New Forest Half Marathon- Sunday 26th September 2010
Are you ready for a real challenge? Then take on the New Forest Half Marathon! This Multi-Terrain event has to be one of the most scenic half marathons around and a real must for people looking to get in shape and conquer this challenging course.
Check out http://www.nfma.org.uk/entry_form.htm for information on the 2010 event.
The Royal Parks Foundation Half Marathon - Sunday 10th October 2010
The Royal Parks Foundation is launching central London’s first ever half marathon on 10 October – starting and ending in Hyde Park. 12,500 runners will race through four Royal Parks, taking in superb views of Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, Marble Arch and the Royal Albert Hall.
We have a very limited number of guaranteed entry places, and would love to welcome you to run for Team JST.
To secure a place with Team JST, you simply have to pay a £40 registration fee (including VAT) and pledge to raise £350 in sponsorship. Places will be allocated on a first come first serve basis, so hurry!
Check out the website at:http://www.royalparkshalf.com/index.html
For more information on how you can join Team JST contact Kelly on: fundraising@jst.org.uk or T: 023 8042 6868
BUPA Great South Run - Sunday 24th October 2010
A fast, flat and scenic course in Portsmouth and Southsea, complemented by a superb atmosphere has propelled the BUPA Great South Run to being one of the most popular running events in the UK. It's an event that is just as suited to the international elite athlete as it is to the recreational jogger.
The BUPA Great South Run also features 'ChampionChip timing', which ensures every runner will receive a completely accurate running time.
For more information on the BUPA Great South Run & to receive an email “reminder” when places for this race start being sold, visit their website: www.greatrun.org