Running
Sunday, April 26th, 2009
Sunday 4th October 2009
TAKE PART IN THE WORLD'S LARGEST HALF MARATHON
A big THANK YOU to all our runners who took part in the 2008 BUPA Great North Run – well done to all of you!
Why not join our team of runners for 2009? We are now taking pre-registrations for this event.
Simply click on the more information button and download a form or email greatnorthrun@action.org.uk for more info.
Sunday 2 November 2008
MAKE A DATE WITH THE BIG APPLE THIS NOVEMBER !
The ING New York City Marathon is one of the five World Marathon Majors races – it’s an event not to be missed. We can give you the chance not to miss it.
Weather you are a beginner or a seasoned runner we will offer you a complete support package so all you have to do is experience the vibrant city that is New York.
Interested? Click on more information for more details or email us at running@action.org.uk
Sunday 28 September 2008
2008 NOW FULL BUT 2009 DETAILS COMING SOON.
ADD BERLIN TO THE TOP OF YOUR MARATHON LIST. VOTED WORLD'S #1 COURSE 8 TIMES!
If you want to take part in a marathon that is overseas (and not too far away), that is fast and flat then this is the one for you. You can do a great time as well as experience the highlights and atmosphere of Berlin on your way around. For a first–timer this race is ideal as it so fast and flat thus making your job less painful!
Interested? Click on more information for more details or email us at running@action.org.uk
Saturday 25 October 2008
Interested? Click on more information for more information or email us at running@action.org.uk
Sunday 26th October 2008 
RUN IN HISTORIC PORSTMOUTH
This is your opportunity to join Action Medical Research and take part in Europe’s biggest and most popular 10-mile run on Sunday 26th October in Portsmouth.
The Great South Run is a fast and flat 10-mile course with a backdrop of beautiful scenery and passing many of Portsmouth’s outstanding modern and historic landmarks such as The Spinnaker Tower and HMS Victory.
Whether you are an experienced runner or just wanting to take on a challenge this is the event for you and Action Medical Research will be with you every step of the way.
For more information about how to take part please
contact: Leigh-Beth Campbell, Community Fundraiser: Telephone: 023 9229 3139
Email: greatsouthrun@action.org.uk
Sunday 7th September 2008 – London/Birmingham/Liverpool
Have fun, get fit and raise money for Action Medical Research in the UK’s biggest and best Women-only fun run.
Join 30,000 other women of all ages and fitness levels around the 5km routes in Hyde Park London, Sefton Park Liverpool and Birmingham City Centre.
For a small £15 entry fee you will have a fantastic opportunity to kick start a new, healthier and active lifestyle for the summer while at the same time raising vital funds for Action Medical Research.
It doesn’t matter how old you are or what ability you are, or even if the last time you ran was for the bus 10 years ago. Anyone can take part and experience the unique atmosphere of the Hydro Active Women’s Challenge.
To take part simply register here: http://womenschallenge.co.uk/onlinentry/
Remember to choose Action Medical Research as your charity and to tick the box to allow us to contact and support you.
Bank holiday Monday 25 May 2009
Sample the Olympic marathon route for 2012
The Bupa London 10,000 starts and finishes in St. James’s Park and uses Green Park as its assembly area.
The race starts on Birdcage Walk and follows an anti-clockwise route around the City of Westminster and the City of London via Parliament Square, Embankment, Blackfriars Bridge, Queen Victoria Street, Cannon Street, Great Tower Street, Crutched Friars, Fenchurch Street, Leadenhall Market, Cornhill, Queen Victoria Street, Puddle Dock, Embankment, Horseguards Avenue, Whitehall and via Trafalgar Square to the Finish in The Mall.
Runners pass many of London’s famous sights, including Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, The London Eye, Cleopatra’s Needle, Tate Gallery, Millennium Bridge, The Monument, Lloyds of London, Leadenhall Market, Bank of England, Mansion House, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Horseguards, Nelson's Column and Admiralty Arch. Buckingham Palace acts as the backdrop to the start and finish.
