Countdown is on to the Carmarthen Mayor's Fun Run races
Runners of all ages, shapes and sizes are being encouraged to take part in the Carmarthen Mayor’s Fun Run races next month.
The event, which has been held in the town over the past 31 years, will take place on Bank Holiday Monday, May 6.
"This is the 32nd running of the races and we are hoping for a bumper turnout," said race organiser Noelwyn Daniel.
"In particular, we are keen to inject as much fun as possible into the event - encouraging people to take part in fancy dress and asking local sporting teams, organisations, pubs and clubs to consider entering teams.
Mr Daniel added: "The beauty of the Carmarthen Mayor's Fun Run races is that they take place in the heart of the town centre, affording great opportunities for spectators to cheer on the runners.
"We are also encouraging local businesses to enter teams. Businesses can dress up in the corporate colours and logos and earn themselves some free publicity by taking part."
The event has raised thousands of pounds for charity over the years with many local groups and organisations benefiting.
This year the chosen charities are –
- Dr Mz Youth Project,
- Tŷ Hapus - Tŷ Ni
- Myrddin School Special Unit
- Carmarthen Visually Impaired Club
There is the main 5k fun run and a series of junior races.
The junior races cater for school years two to 10. The senior fun run has categories for males and females aged under 40 and 35, and veterans groups for older age groups.
Everyone who completes the course gets a medal.
Online entry has now opened for the races. Entry fees have been reduced for 2013 with the 5Km Fun Run being £5.00 for affiliated runners and £7.00 for non affiliated. Children's entry fee has been reduced to £3.00.
Entry Fees are before May 6.
On the Day Entry Fees :
UK Affiliated runners - £8.00
UK Non Affiliated runners - £8.00
Junior runners - £3.50
Mini Fun Run - £2.50
Wheelchair athletes - £3.50
Race website –
http://www.rasusymaer.org.uk/
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