TESCO is giving away 100 free places for Standard readers to take pace int he forthcoming Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life.
Women from Bromsgrove, Rubery, South Birmingham and Droitwich are being urged to sign up for the 5k run, jog or walk on May 20 at Cannon Hill Park after The Standard teamed up with the supermarket giant.
They will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis with the first 100 people to sign up gaining a free place.
Tesco Group communications director Jane Lawrie said: “Race for Life brings together hundreds of thousands of people across the UK who are all committed to raising money to support life-saving cancer research.
“We’re proud to be the official partner for the 17th year.”
Large Tesco stores recently turned pink over the weekend of April 14 and 15 to raise awareness of the Race for Life.
Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life is an inspiring women-only series of 5k, 10k, Pretty Muddy, half marathon and hiking events which raise millions of pounds every year to help beat cancer sooner by funding crucial research.
Emily Smith, head of events marketing for Cancer Research UK, said: “We’d like to thank Tesco for their continued support and we hope that women in Bromsgrove and the surrounding areas are inspired to join the fight at Race for Life.
“By signing up to Race for Life, women can make a real difference in the fight against cancer.
“Money raised will help Cancer Research UK scientists and doctors find new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat the disease, helping save more lives.
“By taking their place at the start line, women can unite against a disease that affects us all in some way.”
Visit www.tesco.com/raceforlife and enter the code LP318 at the checkout to claim the free place.
