… and was a sell out!
2023 has been our biggest (and hottest!) Shelford Fun Run to date, raising an amazing £5,000 for our two charities!
Twins Matthew and Issac making it a blistering 1st and 2nd home in 15:27.6 and 15.28.7!
Click HERE for the full results table.
So many people commented on the wonderful atmosphere and we were delighted to hear that some kind residents put out sprinklers to help our hot runners cool off – a lovely touch!
“…all done with great enthusiasm…all the volunteers did a wonderful job in setting up the [race] village and ensuring all the runners had a great experience. Very well done to everyone this morning.” – Race Adjudicator
Have you spotted your finish line photo from our fabulous chip timing provider Sublime Timing:
New this year, the Super Sensory 1k by Power2Inspire went down really well and we are hoping to continue to make our event as inclusive as possible going forward!
Many thanks also to Cara Coffee for opening and donating all proceeds from that morning. Funds raised from the day will be split equally between our two host charities: Great Shelford Playscape, for the mini skate park phase of the masterplan project, and CamRARE for their Unique Feet community group supporting families with a child with a rare condition.
We want to send a massive THANK YOU to all our amazing volunteers who help set up and marshal the course and to our wonderful sponsors who cover the costs of putting on an official closed roads race ((scroll down to find out more about them) – we couldn’t do this without you all!
GOLD:
Returning as our GOLD sponsor, Bidwells are a leading property consultancy at the forefront of two of the most dynamic real estate markets in the UK: the Oxford-Cambridge Arc and the emerging field of Natural Capital. Say hello to them at the 3k water station and collect your medal from their stand at the finish line!
SILVER:
Angli-EAR Hearing are an independent audiology clinic dedicated to delivering unparalleled service and support. Spot their state of the art clinic near the start of the fun run route, just after you leave the recreation ground!
Wilson Partners are kindly sponsoring our event First Aid this year! They provide a suite of integrated, innovative and value-added accounting, tax and corporate finance solutions that empower businesses, investors and private clients to make better decisions.
Cuttsy+Cuttsy is a healthcare communications agency where people matter. They use clarity and conversation to bring healthcare to life by improving access and engagement across trials, treatments and beyond. They are sponsoring our km markers this year, so look out for their logo as you pass!
Starting out life as Cambridge Miniworks in 2009, Cambridge Motorworks now have branches in Great Shelford and Wimpole. Specialising in sales and servicing of BMW Mini and VAG vehicles, but with the continuing ability to service all makes.
BRONZE:
Costello Medical support the healthcare sector in the analysis, interpretation and communication of clinical and health economic data.
Gymbo’s is a dynamic and growing local company offering a range of services to cater for all aspects of health, fitness and wellbeing. From personal training, small group training to nutritional workshops & seminars, we offer tailored services to clients from across Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire.
Housed in the charmingly restored historic station house next to Shelford Station in Great Shelford, Zara has been serving the community with award winning, authentic Indian cuisine since 2007.
We also want to give a particular shout out to Willow B, our 
We had the most Shelford Fun Runners to date!