By Cianna McNally

ORGANISERS of the first Blackwater 10K Run ‘n Walk praised the tremendous support the event received at the launch which was held last Wednesday night at Monaghan United Kingspan/Century Park.

The 10K Run ‘n Walk is set to take place on Sunday, May 18 in Rossmore Park, Monaghan.

As a first event of this nature for Monaghan, the organisers were delighted to have Frank Greally from Irish Runner magazine along to support this exciting new event.

Frank commented that, “the buzz and enthusiasm of the evening along with the nature of the event promises to be a worthwhile venture that will attract many runners on the day.”

Brendan Sherlock, local veteran runner called the Run ‘n Walk “a dream come true” He also said that he had been running in Rossmore Park for many years and that the Park is a wonderful venue which everyone will enjoy. 

Funding had been received from Blackwater’s Natural Resource Tourism project. The Blackwater Natural Resource Tourism Project kindly received financial help to the value of £1,096,250 part-financed by the European Union through the INTERREG IIIA Programme.

As planning continues, for the big event, anybody who is interested in signing up for an opportunity of fun and fitness is welcome to do so. Councillor Sean Conlon, active Board member of Blackwater Regional Partnership said: “We look forward to people of all levels of fitness from the local communities and beyond to participate in what will be a tremendous day of enjoyment for all the family and in turn supports a good cause.” 

All proceeds from the first Blackwater 10K Walk ‘n Run will be in aid of two worthwhile charities, Monaghan Hospice Homecare and Marie Curie Cancer Care.

For further information about this event and/or to register please contact Blackwater Regional Partnership offices on 0044 (0) 28 3756 9102 or e-mail maevemurray@dungannon.gov.uk