The project engaged over 500 local people and increased levels of Physical Activity with five Fun Runs staged in former pit villages and a larger scale 5-kilometre event in Castle Eden Dene.
There have been some amazing stories which have come out of the Castle Eden 5k run:
Other success stories from the project include the following:
Comments received included the following: ‘I went from years of going home from work and sitting on the couch, now I am out running three times a week’ ‘Running has helped me with my confidence and anxiety’ ‘I have lost 2 stone in weight since I have started running’
Want to learn more about Run East Durham or get involved in the project yourself? Contact Alison Pattison 01915693511 or email alison.pattison@eastdurhamtrust.org.uk
