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Gallery: Sun shines down for crowds at Run Balmoral 2023

Crowds of spectators gathered around the Royal estate to watch thousands of runners take part in the race.

By Lauren Taylor and Chris Cromar
Thousands took part in this year's Run Balmoral. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson.
Thousands took part in this year's Run Balmoral. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson.

Thousands of runners took in the sun and stunning scenery as they completed Run Balmoral.

More than 4,000 people took part in the hugely popular event throughout Saturday, which included the 5K and 10K races.

Runners tested their endurance and mettle by setting off from Balmoral Castle and following tracks around the Royal estate.

Meanwhile, crowds of spectators gathered across the fine spring weekend to take in the stunning Deeside backdrop and watch as their friends and family took part in the race.

We sent our photographer Kath Flannery to capture the action.

Finishing the 10K is Hazel Rickman and her mum, 80-year-old Rosemary Wright. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
First place in both the 5K and 10K Jamie Crowe. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
First place in the woman’s race was Nicola Macdonald. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
10K women’s winners, from left, 2nd Chloe Gray, 1st Nicola Macdonald and 3rd Moira Davie. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
10K men’s winners, from left, 2nd Myles Edwards, 1st Jamie Crowe and 3rd Aaron Odentz. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
It was a tough race for competitors. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Delight at the finish line. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
A woman and her daughter at the race. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
A thumbs up from one of the competitors. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Hugs shared between two runners. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
One of the competitors in his stride. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
A man dressed as a seagull took part in the run. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Hands up for success. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
This competitor acknowledges the crowds. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Rebels keep running. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
It was all smiles at this year’s run. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Crowds acknowledge the runners. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Enthusiastic crowds kept competitors going. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Medals were at the ready. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
This runner is enjoying himself. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Runners concentrating. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Hands up for success. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
The runners focus on what is ahead. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
From left, Myles Edwards, Aaron Odentz and Jamie Crowe lead the start of the 10K. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Competitors warming up before the 10K. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Crowds cheer on the runners. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Funds were being raised for different charities, including Kayleigh’s Wee Stars. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
The home stretch is near for this runner. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Runners focus on the end line. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Chewi the dog. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
From left, Otto, Miriam and Hans Harleman with Kiran Van Lieshout. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson

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