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Dec 2023
Nearly 1,000 people to see out 2023 in Ripon Runners 10k
About 900 people will see out the year by taking part in Ripon Runners' Jolly Holly Jog 10k tomorrow.
The event, which is being held for the 35th time, is the club's biggest of the year.
Usually held on a Sunday between Christmas and New Year, it attracts a mixture of seasoned club athletes and casual joggers.
Race director Anneke Imeson said:
Starting at Hell Wath Nature Reserve, runners complete a multi-terrain loop through Mackershaw Woods and Studley Royal Deer Park, passing Monty’s bench, which is named in memory of Ripon Runners' club co-founder and former club president. They then return via Mackershaw with a short section through Hell Wath woods, before approaching the finish line.
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The race fills up fast and this year's 925 capacity has been reached.
The event raises funds for Upper Nidderdale Food Bank, which is based at St Cuthberts' Church in Pateley Bridge and entrants are offered the chance to plant a tree. Over 400 saplings were planted last year.
Ripon Runners, which was founded in 1985, hosts various races throughout the year including the Burn Valley Half Marathon, which is a road event in Masham, the Ripon 10 Mile around Studley's seven bridges, The Round Ripon Ultra, which is a 35-mile solo or team event and the festive Jolly Holly Jog 10k.
Ms Imeson said:
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