Entries are open for the 2023 Bury Running Festival. Taking place on Sunday 1 October, runners can opt to take part in one of three events with the return of the Bury 10K and Bury 10 Mile as well as the new Arena Group Bury Mini and Junior runs. Offering entries for people from as young as three, the festival really will be an event for all in 2023.

As in previous years, the events will start and finish in the heart of the town centre, outside The Rock Shopping Centre. Whether runners take part in the 10 Mile or the 10K, routes follow a similar path seeing runners head out of the town centre, along Tottington Road and Bury Road, before making their way onto Kirklees Trail. The route will then make its way back to the town centre, before runners cross the finish line outside The Rock.

Open to participants of all abilities and ages, the Bury Running Festival is expected to raise thousands of pounds for a number of local and national charities. Participants are encouraged to fundraise for their own charity of choice or one of the event’s official partner charities.

The new Arena Group Bury Mini and Junior events will be a welcome addition to the Bury Running Festival. As part of their sponsorship of the events, the Arena Group are looking to increase participation by offering 150 free entries to local schools in Bury. Schools should get in contact with Run For All directly to redeem these entries.

Gary Putson of Arena Group said: “The entire Arena team is proud to continue this partnership that enables so many young people to get involved in healthy, fun exercise every year on the streets of Bury. We look forward to seeing more families, community groups and schools than ever coming together in 2023 to enjoy the buzz of the events cheered on by the Arena Owl mascot and local supporters.”

Tristan Batley-Kyle of Run For All added: “We are delighted to be hosting the Bury Running Festival in 2023. The festival is a great way for the local community to engage in a local sporting event and serves as a great way to ensure a healthy and active lifestyle.

"The brand-new addition of the Mini and Junior Events promises to be a fantastic opportunity for adults taking part in either the 10 Mile or 10K to make it a family day of fun."

To find out more visit the Run For All website.

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