Thousands on their marks for Lisburn half marathon and fun run

THOUSANDS of runners are set to descend on Lisburn this evening (Wednesday 20th June) as the annual Coca Cola Lisburn Half Marathon, 10K Road Race and Fun Run takes off from the starting blocks.

All three races will start from Lagan Valley LeisurePlex at 6.45pm.

This event reaches a landmark as it is in its 30th year and continues to be extremely popular with 1,500 competitors entering the Half Marathon, 2,000 competitors in the 10K Road Race and 2,500 in the Fun Run.

The Fun Run will have the usual variety of school, youth and community groups.

There will be special picture coverage of the event in this week’s Ulster Star.

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