On Sunday, hundreds of runners gathered in the picturesque town of Prestwood in Buckinghamshire for Run Prestwood, a community event that raised an impressive £9,089 for the Chilterns Neuro Centre. The event, which included a 10k chip-timed race, a 5k fun run, and a 2k children’s race, brought together people of all ages and abilities in support of the charity’s mission to provide life-changing treatments and services for those affected by MS, Parkinson’s, and strokes.
The highlight of the day was the headline 10k race, which saw fierce competition and inspiring performances despite the challenging heat and hilly terrain. The men’s race was won by Adam Shute of Chiltern Harriers Athletic Club for the third consecutive year, with an impressive time of 36 minutes and 19 seconds. The women’s race was won by Helen Mulhall of Bearbrook Running Club, who also defended her title with a strong finish in 43 minutes and 35 seconds.
However, one of the most heartwarming moments of the day was the participation of Jenna Hughes, who completed the event as the final leg of her fundraising challenge, ‘Jen’s Tens’. Hughes ran ten 10k races to raise funds for the Chilterns Neuro Centre, showcasing her dedication and determination to support the cause.
“The Run Prestwood event truly encapsulated the spirit of our community – full of energy, generosity, and support,” said Danielle Medd, Fundraising Manager at the Chilterns Neuro Centre. “We are immensely grateful to all the runners, volunteers, and supporters who made this day possible and helped us raise crucial funds for individuals affected by neurological conditions.”
The Chilterns Neuro Centre would like to express their deep appreciation to all those who played a significant role in organizing and executing the event. Special thanks go to Jeremy Swan Estate Agent for sponsoring the event, Prestwood Gym and Fitness Centre for hosting, and Will Dockerty Photography for providing official event photos. The Centre also thanks Tesco in Amersham, the Co-op in Great Missenden and Prestwood, the Post Office in Prestwood, and Waitrose in Aylesbury for providing supplies for the runners.
The Rotary Club of Great Missenden and District and the 41 Club also deserve recognition for their invaluable contributions as marshals and volunteers, ensuring the safety and smooth running of the event for all participants.
To view the full list of finishers or to learn more about the work of the Chilterns Neuro Centre, please visit their website at chilternsneurocentre.org.
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