Run celebrates its roots.

I wonder if I can enlist your help in advertising this the 26th running of Silsdens 3 Mile Fun Run which over the years has raised some £1600 for organisations both local and international.

Every year between 60 and 100 hardy souls assemble at the Green in Silsden to begin the ascent of Bradley Road and Hole Lane before cruising across Heights Lane whilst preparing for the tumultuous descent of Horn lane and Bradley Road.

To celebrate a fantastic 26 years of what must be the areas most long running road event participants are invited to commemorate the fact that the event started as a fund raiser to finance the fledgling Silsden Rangers ARLFC’s by sporting a rugby shirt of their choice.

As ever each runner will receive a timed certificate, sox, a mystery prize and, donations permitting, a surprise from Santa’s sack!! (Competitors have traditionally contributed small wrapped donations.)

As a special incentive to seriously challenge Dave Throups’ 1991 record time of 15 mins 25 secs this year there will be a cash prize, of £1.00 per second shaved from the record by the winner, if the record is broken!!

The event starts at 11.15 from The Green (Bradley Road) Silsden with entries on the day costing £2 and being available from 10.30.

Though there is money on offer this is not an elite event and participants of all ages and abilities are most welcome.

The prize giving will take place in the “Sunnybank” social club asap after 12.00.

Yours

Paul Buckley event organiser.

Any queries please don’t hesitate to give me a ring on 01535 655766