September 19, 2019 4.14 pm
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Lincoln City Half Marathon set for next year
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Paul Hamnett, Head of Lincoln City Foundation;
Charlotte Hornsby, Ops Manager at Lincoln City Foundation; Harry Toffolo, Lincoln City player; Jason Frary, Ops Manager at Curly's Athletes; Jonathan Frary, General Manager at Curly's; Alice Carter, Senior Community Organiser at Lincoln City Foundation. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Get your running shoes out ready for a big event next year as Lincoln City Foundation have just launched their half marathon for next autumn.
The foundation, working in partnership with award-winning event organiser Curly’s Athletes, aim to have 3,000 individuals taking part in the event on Sunday, September 20, 2020.
The route will be city centre focused and encompass many areas of Lincoln including green spaces, historic landmarks, riverside culture and hidden residential streets – click here to register your interest in the event.
Tickets go on sale on Wednesday, January 1, 2020.
Paul Hamnett, Head of Lincoln City Foundation. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Charlotte Hornsby, Ops manager at Lincoln City Foundation. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Charlotte Hornsby, Operations Manager at Lincoln City Foundation, said: “The aim of this inclusive sports event is to bring together different areas of the city, our diverse communities and those that live, visit and study in Lincoln.
“This is a fantastic opportunity for the Foundation to show that sports participation does not just include athletes, whether you want to run, walk, support or volunteer, we welcome you.”
Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Jonathan Frary, General Manager at Curly’s Athletes. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Jonathan Frary at Curly’s Athletes added: “We are delighted to be supporting Lincoln City Foundation in bringing a half marathon event to the city.
“The event represents a unique opportunity to inspire activity in the area, bring together communities and promote the city of Lincoln, we can’t wait!”
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