RUNNERS will be taking to the streets of Bradford again this spring as the Epilepsy Action Bradford 10k returns.

Now in its 13th year, the event marks a major date in Yorkshire's athletics calendar, and this year is set to be its biggest yet.

This popular run raises vital funds for the 600,000 people living with epilepsy in the UK, and has raised hundreds of thousands for the charity since it first began.

Following a third successive sell-out in 2019, the national Leeds-based charity has increased the number of places from 3,000 to 3,500.

This makes this year’s Bradford 10k the biggest event in its history.

In addition all runners signing up in January will get a special New Year discount of 10 per cent on standard entry prices. That makes places £20 for affiliated running clubs and £22 for the general public.

Carl Foster, fundraising events manager at Epilepsy Action, said, “The Epilepsy Action Bradford 10k is always a fantastic race, and we expect 2020 to be no different.

"It’s an exciting and challenging event that welcomes runners of all kinds, from complete beginners to experienced runners chasing a personal best.

"Now is the perfect time to take advantage of our New Year discount, sign up and support the 600,000 people living with epilepsy across the UK.”

The Epilepsy Action Bradford 10k began in 2008. Since then, runners have raised over £500,000 for the charity, with almost 15,000 runners crossing the finish line.

The course record is held by Tesfaye Debele, who achieved a time of 31.02 minutes in 2013.

Starting and finishing in Centenary Square, the fast and flat 10k route is suitable for first-time runners seeking a challenge, as well as those with more experience.

The race itself starts at 9am, is chip timed, and run on closed roads. Finishers receive a t-shirt, medal and refreshments.

Epilepsy affects around one in every 100 people in the UK and 87 people are diagnosed with the condition every day.

Each year, Epilepsy Action directly helps around 2 million people. The charity campaigns to improve epilepsy services and raise awareness of the condition.

It also provides a national network of support groups, holds regular regional events and has a freephone and email helpline.

For more information about the Epilepsy Action Bradford 10k or to sign up, visit epilepsy.org.uk/bradford or call the events team on 0113 210 8797.

The closing date for entries is Wednesday, March 11, subject to availability.