Fundraisers in Lincoln have been given a last chance to sign up for the Lincoln 10k road race as the application deadline is extended.
Spaces are still available for the 18th Lincoln 10k, wheelchair athletes race and children’s races during the weekend of April 5 and 6.
The entry deadline has been extended until March 25 at 4pm. To take advantage of the extra time, head to the Lincoln 10k website to sign up.
Entry to the 10k race will cost £21 for runners affiliated with a running club, or £23 for those unaffiliated.
All information packs and race numbers will be posted to entrants ahead of the race.
Steve Lockwood, Leisure, Sport and City Services Manager, said: “Entries have been coming in steadily but we’ve seen a sudden surge as the deadline drew closer.
“As we have some space left, we wanted to give people an extra weekend to sign up. Please don’t miss this last chance to be part of 2014’s event!
“We’ve had most of our deliveries for the goody bag and we can definitely call it that – it is jam-packed with goodies this year.
“With two weeks to go we’re seeing a real buzz around the race and we wanted to give people an extra opportunity to get involved.
On Sunday, April 6, the wheelchair athletes race will set off at 10.55am, followed by the main event at 11am.
Everyone who completes the course will be rewarded with a goody bag and medal for their efforts.
Cash prizes will also be handed out for the fastest three finishers in the male, female, wheelchair male and wheelchair female categories.
For the first time this year, the top three places will also receive a posy, courtesy of local florist, The Arbour.
Children aged between 9 and 11 can get involved for free on Saturday, April 5 when the 2.8km Direct Textiles Ltd Primary Schools Race starts at 9.15am.
The 5km Running Imp Secondary School Race for 11 to 14-year-olds takes place at 9.20. All children will receive a free t-shirt, medal and goody bag.
Organisers say there will be enough free parking for every runner at Yarborough Leisure Centre and Sudbrooke Drive Community Centre.
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We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a collision caused serious injuries to a 23-year-old man.
Just before 3.30pm yesterday (2 July), we received reports of a collision on Barholm Road in Tallington. It involved a grey BMW 335D estate, a blue BMW 116D and an orange KTM motorcycle.
The motorcycle rider, a 23-year-old man, sustained serious injuries during the collision and was taken to hospital.
If you witnessed the incident and are yet to get in touch with us, please do so. If you have any other information or dashcam footage available that may have captured the road along the A1175 at the time of the collision, get in touch.
By calling 101 quoting incident 282 of 2 July.
By emailing [email protected] quoting incident 282 of 2 July in the subject line.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can report via the independent charity CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.
The 2022 Destination Lincolnshire Tourism Excellence Awards are open for applications, and Destination Lincolnshire giving you the rare chance to co-create your application with Nell Barrington, a tourism awards veteran, who has helped hundreds of businesses write winning applications over the last 15 years – including national VisitEngland winners.
The Tourism Awards Masterclass is taking place on Tuesday 12 July at 11am for one-hour online. Laura Freer, Head of Marketing at Destination Lincolnshire said: “This is a golden opportunity, after years of hard work and heartache, to get your business and team recognised and rewarded.
“A well written application is key to achieving a coveted place on this year’s shortlist, and I’d encourage all tourism and visitor economy businesses who are thinking of entering – whether they are seasoned at writing award applications or not – to join us for this exclusive masterclass.
“Nell Barrington has worked with us and VisitEngland on the founding application processes of these awards, and she is perfectly placed to assist in co-creating applications that you can be proud of. This is a great opportunity for business development too – whether you are shortlisted for an award or not – discovering how to effectively apply for awards and talk up your business adds another string to your bow.
“Booking is essential and places are limited to just 35 – so be quick! This year we’ve made our masterclass available to partners and also to those who we are yet to work with for free. Call it an added bonus, after two years away from the awards circuit.
The awards masterclass is focussed on the application process, and it will spell out what the judges are looking for. You’ll learn how to make your application stand out from the local competition, helping your chances of going through to the national VisitEngland Awards in 2023.”
There are fifteen categories open for nominations from visitors attraction, accommodation providers, hospitality businesses and many more.
The deadline for nominations is July 29, with online judging starting on July 30 and mystery shopping from August 13. Finalists will be announced on Monday, August 15.
The awards ceremony will be held at the Engine Shed on October 21, and will be hosted by Lincs FM presenter, John Marshall.
The event is organised by Stonebow Media, publishers of The Lincolnite, to celebrate the best businesses in Greater Lincolnshire, alongside headline sponsors Lincoln College and Destination Lincolnshire.
We would also like to thank our other sponsors Visit Lincolnshire, Heart of Lincs, Duncan and Toplis and LNER, insight6 and EV Camel.
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