Get running (or walking!) for a good cause in the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k

Aug. 17, 2012 - PRLog -- There is still time to enter the main 10k race, hailed as one of the best road races in the UK,  and many people chose to enter to raise money or awareness for and of good causes.

Garry Loynes has done just that and has entered the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k with his two sons to support Autism.  Here is his story:

“My wife and I have 3 children, 2 boys and 1 daughter.

Rhys our oldest son is 21 in December and is Autistic (Aspergers Syndrome). Our other son Ieuan is 19 and is Autistic and also has learning difficulties.

My sons will be running with me in the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k and we are running to help raise awareness and funds for the Neath Port Talbot Special Needs Group of which I am Chairman.

The funds will be used to take our children, teenagers and adults out on trips.  It’s a fantastic event, right on our doorstep and we are looking forward to taking part in 2012”.

Frances Jenkins, the Council’s Strategic Manager for Tourism, Marketing and Events said, “The Admiral Swansea Bay 10k is a great annual event and attracts thousands of entrants and spectators alike.  Mr Loyne’s story is an example of the inspirational motivation that many entrants demonstrate.   Running the 10k will not only help the participant’s fitness, it can also help to change the lives of others for the better.  Whatever your reason for entering, whether you’re a junior or an adult runner, you’re guaranteed to be part of a fantastic event.”

You can still enter the junior races for just £4!  Don’t forget entries for the main 10k race close on 31 August.  

To enter and for more information, visit http://www.swanseabay10k.com

This event is part of the Swansea Bay Summer Festival and supported by Nation 80s radio station.

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For more information or to arrange a photograph, contact Liz Rees on 01792 635430 or liz.rees2@swansea.gov.uk