Running festival in Uplawmoor raises cash for Trussell Trust

The event, aimed at all abilities, coined in a total of £435 through entry fees, a bake sale and a raffle.

This money will now be donated to the Trussell Trust, which operates a network of foodbanks.

Runners of all ages got involved in the event (Image: Newsquest)

Event organiser John O’Donnell said: “The unanimous feedback received is that it was a great success.”

On the day, there were three events – a 1km race for those of primary school age, a 3km route for those who are at high school and a 9km course for adults.

Dozens of runners took part, with some travelling from the likes of Dumbarton and Cumbernauld.

It was the first time the event had been staged since 2019 (Image: Newsquest)

John organised the event in a bid to reignite interest in bringing back Uplawmoor’s community gala day, which included a run when it was staged prior to Covid.

He said: “Many people have already volunteered their support for the run and gala day next year.”