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Challenge yourself for charity in 2014

We are calling all runners and swimmers to take on a sporting challenge for charity in 2014.

Challenge yourself for charity in 2014

Greater Manchester Marathon 
With only 54m of elevation, the ASICS Greater Manchester Marathon in Trafford is the flattest marathon course in the UK.  It is also potentially the fastest and we are sure that it is the friendliest. The route is lined with thousands of spectators and loads of entertainers to make your marathon experience truly world class!
Date: 6th April 2014
Cost: £50
Minimum Fundraising Amount: £150
Register: www.greatermanchestermarathon.com

Great Manchester Run 
Join 40,000 people for Europe's biggest 10k running event.  This course is significantly shorter than the marathon but runners will still experience fantastic city centre sights and landmarks such as the Lowry and the Imperial War Museum.
Date: 18th May 2014
Cost: £38
Minimum Fundraising Amount: £100
Register: http://greatrun.org/

Great Manchester Swim 
Staged in the vibrant Salford Quays, this unique ‘dock to dock’ course is an unforgettable experience in the open water.  An amazing opportunity to swim in an urban waterway, the course begins in Dock 9 near The Lowry and MediaCityUK, traverses Mariners Canal and finishes one mile away at Dock 8 beside Salford Watersports Centre.  Friends and family can cheer you on throughout your challenge, with waterside spectator access throughout the course.
Date: 19th July 2014
Cost: £33
Minimum Fundraising Amount: £100
Register: http://greatswim.org/

Fundraise for the Foundation:  
Make 2014 a year to remember, knowing that you’ve helped to make a difference to the lives of young people in your community.

Then it’s time to get your fundraising started and the best way to do this is by setting up a page on www.justgiving.com.