A SUCCESSFUL half marathon meant that local charities were the winners.
On Friday, March 31, at Wokingham Borough Council’s offices in Shute End, more than 20 different groups received a share of £10,000 – the profit from February’s 13.1 mile race.
The evening started with presentations to the first Wokingham man and woman to cross the finish line, with the honours presented by Frankie Tierney, chief executive of sponsors Herrington Carmichael. The main sponsor of the event was David Cliff estate agents.
Then, borough mayor Cllr Bob Pitts invited representatives from each of the local groups to come forward and receive their award. Groups included Building for the Future, Scouts, schools and Daisy’s Dream.
Race organiser Peter Must said: “Despite fewer runners we still managed to raise £10,000.
It’s a fair chunk of money. “Hopefully we’ll get more runners next year and have a bit more money to give to charity.
“Next year’s race will take place on Sunday, February 18, starting in Cantley again.
“The route may changes as the roads are changing. We’ll do our best!”
