The Mears Ashby Mile

UPDATES

THIS YEAR'S 'ASHBY MILE' IS CANCELLED
(See 'NEWS' below for full story)

NEWS

It is with great regret that we have to announce today (25th August 2009) that this year's 'Mears Ashby Mile' is cancelled.

This is due to a lack of entries for the race. Unfortunately, and depsite many people verbally agreeing to take part, without a substantial number of people paying upfront it is impossible for us to justify the outlay (on medals, race numbers, etc) when we do not know exactly how many will turn up.

Commitment to staging the event could leave Mears Ashby Sports Club (a very small volunteer-run organisation) notably out of pocket if the projected number of people do not turn up on the day.

We hope you can understand our decision and apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused. We also wish to thank all of those who have given their continued support.

Please continue to watch this space, however, because it is hoped that the 'Ashby Mile' will be back next year, along with a 5km race too!

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This years event was to have been in aid of the British Heart Foundation and the Hannah Payne Memorial Trust. All proceeds from the race would be split equally between these very deserving charities. For further information on the charities' work, please click on their logo.

The race is open to runners of all standards over the age of 12. For further infomation please click on the 'Race Information' tab.

The Mears Ashby Mile is organised by Mears Ashby Sports Club. Over the last two years we have managed to raise over £600 for good causes.

CAN YOU HELP? We are always very grateful of any help that people can offer towards putting on this event. This could be anything from delivering newsletters to helping with marshalling on the day or providing assistance with marketing. If you think you can help then please phone Dan on 07779 112584