Almost 2,500 took part in Race For Life’s 5k and Pretty Muddy charity at Moor Park this weekend.
More than £127,000 was raised for Cancer Research UK with more expected to be added to the total as sponsorship is collected.
Race For Life organises fundraising events with 3k, 5k, 10k, Pretty Muddy and Pretty Muddy Kids events.
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Jemma Humphreys, Cancer Research UK’s North West spokesperson, said: ““We are incredibly grateful to everyone who took part in Race for Life Preston.
“No matter how cancer affects us, life is worth racing for. Sadly nearly 1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our lifetime. Race for Life has the power not only to transform lives, but to save them.
“We’re proud that Race for Life has already helped double survival rates in the UK. Life-saving research already helps people living with cancer every single day. It’s thanks to our supporters who fundraise that we can go further to discover new ways to beat the disease and create a future where everybody can live longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer.
“It was a fantastic day at Race for Life Preston, full of emotion, courage, tears, laughter and hope as people celebrated the lives of those dear to them who have survived cancer and remembered loved ones lost to the disease.
“Now we’re asking everyone who took part to return the money they’re raised as soon as possible. Funds raised – whether it’s £10 or £100 – will help scientists find new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, helping save more lives.”
All images provided courtesy of Preston Photographic Society.
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