The 5th annual Alton Water Run will take place on Sunday 13th May 2012.
Historically, the Run has been organised by the PTA’s of three of the peninsular schools, Tattingstone, Holbrook and Stutton primary schools. This year Holbrook High School has joined the committee and brought with them a wealth of experience and energy.
The popular reservoir event features a 10k adult’s race and a 2k fun run which is aimed at families and youngsters. With additional manpower, a new 5k run has been included for 2012.
Juliet Wiles, Holbrook High School PE teacher said “We are very excited about the inclusion of a 5k run. We felt that there was a giant gap in the event for older children who just didn’t find the 2k run a challenge. We want to encourage children over the age of 11 and adults to take part”.
The 3 runs start and finish at the main Alton Water site and follow scenic routes around the reservoir.
The 2k Fun Run starts at 9.15am followed by the JAFFA endorsed 5k run at 9.45 and the 10k run at 10.30am. This allows some of the keener parents to first run with their children and then go on to run the 5k or 10k course!
Beverly Derrett, Tattingstone Headteacher added, “The proceeds are split between the 4 schools, it is such an empowering way for the children and parents to help raise funds for school activities and equipment”.
It is a wonderful family day out with lots of great entrainment, a delicious BBQ feast and other food and refreshments.
Julia Holdcroft, Chairman of the Alton Water run said ‘we have been fortunate this year as our key sponsor is Marriott Motor Group, Audi & VW. Additionally, local businesses such as Raring2go!, ITwebstudio, Fine Folio Publishing, Allfix and Survey Solutions are providing us with invaluable help. We do need another sponsor so if any readers can help please contact me at our website
To register for the event or for more information, please visit: www.altonwaterrun.co.uk.
For further information please refer to our website:
www.altonwaterrun.co.uk