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Cynthia Spencer Hospice Team to Run in The Amazing Northampton Run

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The Cynthia Spencer Hospice team will be hitting the streets of Northampton on April 24th, 2023, to take part in The Amazing Northampton Run, a 13.1-mile loop around the largest town in England. A group of 17 runners, including corporate partnerships fundraising lead Nina Gandy and community and events fundraiser lead Michelle Morris, will be running in aid of the charity. Among them is Trevor Hardwell, who at 75, will be the oldest runner representing the hospice, having previously completed the Paula Radcliffe Marathon Workshop and running the half marathon for Cynthia Spencer Hospice last year.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Cynthia Spencer Hospice team will consist of 17 runners, with five members running together as a relay team and the remaining 12 competing individually.
  • Trevor Hardwell, at 75, will be the oldest runner for the hospice in the event.
  • Michelle Morris, community and events fundraiser lead, is enthusiastic about the event, saying "This year we're going big!" and hoping to raise a significant amount for the charity.
  • The team includes a diverse range of runners, from Nina Gandy, corporate partnerships fundraising lead, to Matthew Savings, Big Charity Shop retail assistant.
  • The event will take place on April 24th, 2023, and will start at the historic Market Square in Northampton.
  • The route will follow the river, passing by three main sporting grounds, through two parks, and returning to the Market Square.
  • Steve Harrison from Optimum Sports Massage is offering sports massage therapy to the CSH runners.
  • The team is encouraging supporters to join in by running, cheering along the sidelines, or making a donation.

Statistics:

  • 17 runners from Cynthia Spencer Hospice will be participating in The Amazing Northampton Run.
  • Trevor Hardwell, 75-year-old runner, has completed the Paula Radcliffe Marathon Workshop and the Cynthia Spencer Hospice half marathon in the past.
  • 5 members of the team will run as a relay team.
  • The event will be held on April 24th, 2023, at The Amazing Northampton Run.
  • The route spans 13.1 miles around Northampton, England's largest town.

Sources:

  • https://cynthiaspencer.org.uk/the-amazing-northampton-run/
  • https://etchrock.com/pf/the-amazing-northampton-run-2/cynthia-spencer/Cynthia_spencer_team

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