Ørsted Great Grimsby 10K returns to the streets today
Around 2,500 runners will take part
The Ørsted Great Grimsby 10K returns to the streets again today, with around 2,500 runners taking part.
Beginning at 9am on Sunday 4th June the route starts at Grimsby Town Hall, heading along Scartho Road, Louth Road, and Peaks Parkway, before turning onto Welholme Road to finish in the scenic People’s Park.
The race, now in its eighth year, welcomes experienced runners, right through to those who have never run before.
“The race is a really important event for the area. It attracts thousands of runners from miles around,” said Neil and Nicola Pattison, race directors at Tape2Tape.
“The race supports many local community groups and charities in the fantastic work they do in our communities. It is also a big motivator to keep people moving in the support of their physical and mental well-being.
“As always, we would like to thank everyone for their patience while various road closures are in place to keep our runners safe. You must not drive onto the race route as you will potentially be putting the runners, volunteers, of which many children will be helping out, as well as yourself at risk.”
Neil Pattison from Tape2Tape is the Race Director:
"What's absolutely wonderful about the runners this year - the youngest person will turn 15 on race day.
"The eldest will be 90. Now if that doesn't inspire people to pop their trainers on and give it a go then I don't know what will."
The event brings the community together for local good causes. It raises thousands of pounds for charities each year and creates a wealth of volunteering opportunities.
The seven chosen local charities for 2023’s event are: Horizon Youth Zone, Harbour Place, RNLI, A Platform To Talk, Grimsby Rotary, We Are With You (formerly Addaction) and Care of Police Survivors.
A £1 donation is made from every race entry into a fund shared between the event’s charity partners.