Derian House Colour Run
Hundreds participated in the colourful event, generating crucial funds for Derian House's care services in Chorley.
Hundreds of runners took part in the Derian House Colour Run on Saturday, 27 June, raising £23,573.74. Wearing brightly coloured sunglasses and glittering rainbow face paint, participants of all ages gathered beside the hospice in Astley Village, Chorley, to be covered in paint along the 2km route.
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Among them was 15-year-old Leila. “I’ve been excited all month,” she said. “It was really fun and I got covered in paint!” Her grandad David Abram added: “The smiles on their faces was absolute proof of the Derian effect on families. Derian house is the complete family package.”
The event began with a warm-up by Zumba instructor Sylvia Skinner and mascot Danni. Finishers received medals from John Harrison Sports Ltd. Refreshments came from Rocco’s Ice Cream van; Leyland Trucks sponsored the run.
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Chief Executive Karen Edwards-Jackson OBE joined with her family, noting the day raised vital funds for care. Fundraiser Kerry Salmon thanked supporters, stressing the £6 million annual cost and limited government support.
Derian House in Chorley supports over 400 children across the North West: www.derianhouse.co.uk.