EY Easter running festival

Islanders are being invited to lace up their running shoes once again for next year’s EY Easter Running Festival.

The four-day festival will be held over the Easter weekend, starting on Friday, 29 March, with the last event taking place on Monday, 1 April. The festival comprises a 5k and 10k road race, the Keith Falla Memorial full course cross country and a 4×1 mile relay race. All the race details can be found below:

• Friday, 29 March – 5k road race – L’Eree to Vazon
• Saturday, 30 March – cross country – L’Ancresse common (Lucksall)
• Sunday, 31 March – 4×1 mile relay race – Delancey Park
• Monday, 1 April – 10k road race – Grandes Rocques to Northside (The Bridge)

Ove Svejstrup, a Partner at EY in Guernsey and a regular participant in the festival, highlights why this sponsorship is important to EY: “We’re delighted to be continuing our sponsorship of the EY Easter Running Festival for another year. The health and wellbeing of our people has always been a priority for us, so we’re proud to be sponsoring an event within our local community which has a positive impact on the physical and mental health of so many. Whether you’re new to running, or training for an upcoming race, the festival is a fantastic opportunity for everyone to get outside over the Easter weekend and be part of such a great event with family, friends and colleagues.”

Graham Merfield, Chairman of the Guernsey Athletics Club, added: “We’re excited to announce the return of the EY Easter Running Festival, and we extend our gratitude to EY for their continued support. Anticipating a strong turnout from both the local community and visitors during the Easter weekend, this inclusive event welcomes runners of all ages and abilities. Participants can choose to take on a single event or compete throughout the weekend, offering a unique opportunity to experience our picturesque island scenery.”

Early bird tickets are available until midnight on the 31 January. As of the 1 February the ticket price increases for each category apart from the relay. Online registration will close at midnight on Sunday, 24 March.