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A North East heart health charity is celebrating after runners raised thousands of pounds to support its work during the recent Sunderland City Runs event. Red Sky Foundation fielded 150 participants in three races and together they raised over £9,500. ...
Thousands of people descended on Sunderland to take part in or watch its annual running festival. Over 2,700 participants tackled events at the Sunderland City Runs on Sunday 7 May. In great running conditions, leading club athletes, fun runners and...
Terry Deary, a Sunderland born author of popular children’s books, “Horrible Histories” is teaming up with Grace House for Sunderland City Runs 2023. 2023 is a special year for both involved as Grace House is celebrating it’s 20th anniversary and...
Rich Houghton 5K Entry was quick and easy. Like the idea of a Saturday night race and lots of options to park which on a Saturday night made this easier. Much better and faster course than previous and as you...
We absolutely loved being involved with Sunderland City Runs, both in a running and broadcast capacity. Here’s what our members of ‘Team Spark’ made of the experience: Lottie Steele (10k) I have just about recovered from the run on Sunday,...
Around 3,000 participants enjoyed sunny weather on Wearside during the 2022 Sunderland City Runs. Organised through a partnership between Events of the North, Sunderland City Council and its Active Sunderland team, the Northern Spire 5K, Sunderland City 10K and Half...