Sight Run Series Cardiff

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From Blind Veterans

  • Date Wed 23rd September 2020
  • Time 18:30
  • Location Bute Park, Cardiff
  • Price £12.00 - £30.00
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km

Event summary

The Sight Run Series Cardiff, organised by Blind Veterans, was set to take place on Wednesday 23rd September 2020 at Harris County. Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 situation in the UK, this event has been cancelled. However, stay tuned for updates on our 2021 event! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned runner, challenge yourself to beat your personal best with Blind Veterans UK. Participants had the opportunity to choose between a 5k or 10k chip-timed run, taking in the beautiful sights of Cardiff's Bute Park and the River Taff. The runs both started and finished in the heart of Bute Park, next to the Education Centre. Funds raised from this event would have supported Blind Veterans UK in their mission to provide rehabilitation, training, and lifelong support to blind ex-Service men and women. Stay tuned for updates on next year's event and how you can get involved to support this fantastic cause!

Organiser's Description

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation within the UK this event has been cancelled. Please check back for further updates on our 2021 event.

Whether you’re a couch potato or a seasoned runner, beat your own personal best this year with Blind Veterans UK. Join us for a 5k or 10k chip-timed run and enjoy the last of the Summer sun, while passing the attractions of Cardiff's Bute Park and the banks of the River Taff. Our 5k and 10k runs both start and finish in the heart of Bute Park next to the Education Centre.

Since 1915, Blind Veterans UK has been providing rehabilitation, training, practical advice and and lifelong support to tens of thousands of blind ex-Service men and women, and funds raised from this event will go towards helping blind Veterans rebuild their lives after sight loss. You can enter the event and pledge to raise funds for the Charity, or you can enter as a self-funded entry with no fundraising requirements.

Races

  • 5 Km - Charity Place

    Fundraising Target: £100

    £12.00

    CLOSED
  • 5 Km - Self-Funded Place

    £26.00

    CLOSED
  • 10 Km - Charity Place

    Fundraising Target: £150

    £14.00

    CLOSED
  • 10 Km - Self-Funded Place

    £30.00

    CLOSED
What's Included

All runners will receive a custom medal.

If you are taking part in the Sight Run Series with a charity place, you’ll also receive a Blind Veterans UK t-shirt to remember your accomplishment!

Start / Finish Location

Heart of Bute Park, Cardiff, next to the Education Centre CF10 3DX

Entry Options

You can enter the event and pledge to raise a minimum of £100 for the 5k, £150 for the 10k, for charity.

Alternatively you can enter as a self-funded entry with no fundraising requirements.

Charity Fundraiser?

In exchange for your fundraising we promise to provide:

A veritable shower of training and fundraising advice ahead of the run

A Blind Veterans UK t-shirt to remember your accomplishment!

A direct line to the amazing Blind Veterans UK fundraising team

Access to our Team Blind Veterans UK Facebook group…memes always welcome

Help and support wherever you need it – we’re with you every step of the way!

How To Get There

Cardiff has 3 Park & Ride sites, each running bus services to and from the city centre.

Bute Park is located in the heart of Cardiff City, just a short walk from the main high streets and civic centre. You can access the park just beyond Cardiff Castle.

The West Gate entrance at the southern end of Bute Park is roughly 10 minutes walk from Cardiff Central railway station, the largest and busiest station in Wales.

Parking

Pay and display car parking facilities are available nearby in Sophia Gardens (CF11 9LJ), Castle Mews (CF10 3ER) and North Road (CF10 3EA).

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