In the running for St George
26th pit run is held in Harrold
Runners young and old gathered for a special St George's Day themed pit run in Harrold on Saturday.
More than 200 keen athletes, fun runners and those just out for a leisurely stroll completed a 5km course around the north Bedfordshire village and the nearby country park and lakes.
Now in its 26th year, the event catered for all ages and abilities, with a children's event and hotly-contested wheelchair competition.
Visitors who did not feel energetic enough to take part in the run, which raised around £5,000 for a range of charities, enjoyed a St George's Day fair, including traditional games, food, beer and a brass band.
Entertainment was also provided by the Calvados Society, which
re-enacted St George slaying the dragon to raise money for prostate cancer research.
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24 April 2008 3:20 PM
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