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Runners wanted for Reading Half to help Sue Ryder

Phil Creighton by Phil Creighton
Tuesday, January 24, 2023 7:01 am
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Reading Half Marathon; Sunday 7th November 2021

Reading Half Marathon; Sunday 7th November 2021

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AS THE date of Reading’s Half Marathon gets ever-closer, a call has been made for people to lace-up their running shoes and help a charity at the same time.

Sue Ryder delivers care to people across the region from its bases at the Duchess of Kent Hospice in Tilehurst, as well as in Wokingham and a palliative care hub in Wallingford.

By having sponsored runners, it can raise funds to help it support people as they go through their most difficult times of their lives.

The 2023 race on Sunday, April 2, will be the half marathon’s 40th anniversary, and around 15,000 people are expected to take part, many to raise funds for causes close to their hearts.

The 13.1-mile route begins at Green Park Business Park, crossing through the town centre and up the steep hill of Russell Street, before ending in the Select Car Leasing Stadium.

Among those taking part in last year’s race was Laura Hodder from Thatcham. She took part after her aunt received care and support at the Duchess of Kent Hospice in her final weeks.

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She said: “The staff at the hospice were absolutely wonderful. My cousins had been dealing with a lot looking after their mum at home, but we could just be there as a family at the hospice.

“You can stop being a carer and become a caring family.”

Speaking about the half marathon, Laura said: “I knew that running past the hospice on Liebenrood Road would be quite tough because of the history we had there, but all the staff were outside cheering us on and when I got there I was actually quite motivated and excited to see that bit because I felt like I was doing everybody proud.

“There were so many people cheering and clapping along the route.

“So many people in Reading have a connection to the charity and so because you’re wearing a Sue Ryder vest, lots of people will call out to you and give you a cheer. People you don’t know are shouting your name and cheering you along and it’s really lovely.”

Georgia Thornton, community fundraiser, said: “The Reading Half Marathon is a fantastic local event and we are looking for runners to take part and raise funds for Sue Ryder.

“As we start the new year, it’s a great challenge to work towards, a good way to improve fitness, and most importantly an opportunity to raise funds for those in need at the end of their lives.

“Our charity relies heavily on donations from the public and fundraisers, so that we can continue to be there when it matters.”

To sign up for the Reading Half Marathon and raise funds for Sue Ryder, visit www.sueryder.org/readinghalf

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