The new Market Bosworth parkrun is on this morning

The event officially launched last weekend.

The event officially launched on Saturday the 7th of January and takes place every Saturday morning at Market Bosworth Country Park.

The route is 5K (just over three miles) and everyone is welcome to join.

John Kilcoyne and Huw Davies of the core team said: "It's fantastic that we've finally got parkrun off the ground in Market Bosworth. There has been an incredible response from the local community, and we've had over 600 people running, jogging, walking and volunteering in our first two events alone. Those taking part have ranged from primary school-age children right up to octogenarians. There are families walking the course together, people running with their dogs and pushing infants in buggies, not forgetting some fantastic runners of all paces. It really is there for everyone regardless of age or ability. We're excited to see how the event evolves and would love to hear from people who would like to get involved in volunteering to help put the event on each week."

For those taking part in their first event a ‘first timers’ briefing will start at 8:45 am followed by a group briefing at 8:55 am.

The run then starts at 9 am.

Children are welcome, but those under eleven must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Councillor Keith Nichols, Executive Member for Culture and Leisure at the Borough Council said:" A huge congratulations to the group of residents who have turned this ambition into a reality, Market Bosworth Country Park parkrun has been six years in the making and I am delighted that, along with Hastings High School, we now have two official parkruns in the borough. 

"The health and well-being of our residents is vital. Our ambition is to help and encourage people to start some form of physical activity that can be integrated into as many areas of life as possible. Therefore, this new free weekly event, which is open to everyone, will help to play a part in that ambition. The Country Park is a beautiful setting and what better way to kickstart your weekend.”

To find out more about this event visit https://www.parkrun.org.uk/marketbosworthcountrypark/ Facebook @Market Bosworth Country Park parkrun or email marketbosworthcountrypark@parkrun.com