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Relay for Life Peterhead set to return

Survivors complete the lap of honour at Relay for Life
Survivors complete the lap of honour at Relay for Life

A group of north-east volunteers, who have raised thousands of pounds for charity, have launched an appeal to carry on their good work.

Relay for Life Peterhead is mustering vital funds for Cancer Research UK by organising a 24-hour run through the port on July 1 and 2.

Their work, allied to that of other groups across the country, has helped double the survival rate of a cancer diagnosis during the last 40 years, with the Peterhead team contributing more than £1million to the cause.

But this year, to ensure the events can maintain their momentum, the group has invited all cancer survivors to take part in a lap of honour around Lord Catto Park.

A spokeswoman explained that the lap, which will open the relay, would provide “inspiration” to all the runners taking part.

She added: “They open the relay by doing the first lap and they are then treated to a lovely reception tea.

“We are sincerely thankful to these inspirational survivors for their participation in our event as they highlight the success of what we are fighting for.”

To take part, both survivors and teams of relay runners are being asked to contact the event’s chairwoman, Lorraine Coleman.

She can be reached by e-mail at locoleman1962@gmail.com or by calling 07928 342 619.

The spokeswoman said: “If you have been inspired to help raise money for Cancer Research UK as a team or you would like to join us as a survivor, then we can’t wait to have you on board.

“It is an emotional weekend – full of fun, activity and hope – and one which you won’t forget or regret.”

Registration can also be completed online at www.cruk.org/relay

Peterhead’s Relay for Life is one of the most popular charity events in the north-east.

Last year, the town welcomed 31 teams, 53 survivors and 565 participants to the event.

Forty one carers also took part.

At the final tally, the relay raised £219,353.