In it together, at the Freckleton Fun Run.In it together, at the Freckleton Fun Run.
In it together, at the Freckleton Fun Run.

Freckleton Half Marathon and Fun Run 2022: Hundreds of athletes donned their running shoes to take part this weekend at the Bush Lane Playing Fields event

Hundreds of runners took part this weekend at the event in Bush Lane Playing Fields, Freckleton.

The half-marathon, organised by Freckleton Club Day Sports Committee, was won by Ben Fish of Blackburn Harriers, in a time of one hour, 11 minutes and 29 seconds; and second was Marco Parolin, of Blackpool Wyre & Fylde AC in one hour 12 minutes and 54 seconds.

A total of 275 runners completed the half marathon, which is believed to be oldest in the UK.

The fun run began as soon as the half marathon was underway at Bush Lane Playing Fields, Freckleton.

Entertainment on the playing fields was provided by Freckleton Youth Band and Euphoria Dance.

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