Closing date fast approaching for Lisburn Coca-Cola HBC Half Marathon, 10K and Fun Run
May 25, 2017
With registrations coming in thick and fast for the 35th Lisburn Coca-Cola HBC Half Marathon, 10K Road Race and Fun Run, Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council is encouraging prospective runners to register by Wednesday 14th June 2017.
Supported by title sponsors, Coca-Cola HBC Northern Ireland, and media partner, Cool FM, the Northern Ireland and Ulster Half Marathon Championship will welcome approximately 6,500 runners to Lagan Valley LeisurePlex on Wednesday 21st June, in what will be one of Northern Ireland’s largest sporting participatory events.
Registrations can be made online by visiting www.lisburnhalfmarathon.com.
This will be the third year of the revised route, known as, ‘Flat & Fast’, making the Half Marathon and 10K Road Race ideal for competitive runners aiming for Personal Bests, and beginners alike. The Fun Run is the perfect race for anyone wishing to run with family and friends and experience a little fun while getting active!
The Half Marathon, 10K Road Race and Fun Run are inclusive events and are also open to wheelchair and hand cycle participants.
The Mayor of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council, Councillor Brian Bloomfield MBE said: “I am really looking forward to this year’s event and I would encourage anyone interested in taking part to register as soon as possible.
“As always, I am extremely proud that we have such a high profile event taking place in the City of Lisburn, and to be named the Northern Ireland and Ulster Half Marathon Championship is a credit to all those involved in organising the event.
“The Council endeavours to continue to encourage and promote physical activity through a range of events and initiatives, and I sincerely hope that this event will inspire people to get active and start to lead a healthier lifestyle.” concluded the Mayor.
Chairman of the Council’s Leisure and Community Development Committee, Councillor Tim Morrow also said: “The 35th Lisburn Coca-Cola HBC Half Marathon, 10K Road Race and Fun Run is fast approaching and with the event now just over a month away, I would urge anyone who is thinking of taking part in the event to register before Wednesday 14th June.
“Going by the number of registrations so far, it looks like it is going to be bigger and better than ever before. “My wife and I, along with other family members have previously participated in the Half Marathon and 10K Road Race, so we are really excited to be a part of this year’s event.
“Please do not miss out on the opportunity to be a part of the 35th Lisburn Coca-Cola HBC Half Marathon, 10K and Fun Run experience!”
To register on the Half Marathon, 10K Road Race and Fun Run or for further information, please visit www.lisburnhalfmarathon.com or call 028 9250 9556. Details can also be found on the Council’s Sports Development Facebook page, ‘Be Active, Stay Active Lisburn Castlereagh.